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Google Pay is all set to transform the world of digital payments with a new AI-powered feature.

The capability will enable users to make UPI payments via voice commands.

The work is being done under the Bhashini AI project in collaboration with the Indian government. The main goal of this effort is to simplify online transactions and make them more user-friendly.

User Impact

Voice feature to benefit illiterate users

The AI voice feature would be especially useful for illiterate users, who might struggle with conventional online payment methods.

Sharat Bulusu, Lead Product Manager of Google Pay in India, has said that he believes this new feature will make the digital payment process easier.

However, the exact details of how it would work are still not revealed by the company.

Language support

It will support payments in local languages

The AI voice feature is being developed as part of the Bhashini AI project, a joint initiative between Google and the Indian government.

The project aims to enable people to make payments in their local languages, further enhancing accessibility and convenience.

However, an official launch date for this innovative feature has not been announced yet by Google Pay.

Security measures

AI feature to combat cyber fraud

Along with simplifying transactions, Google is also using machine learning and AI technologies to combat the growing problem of cyber fraud in the country.

The company's new AI facility is expected to be a key player in keeping users safe from online scams and threats.

This move highlights Google Pay's commitment not just to user convenience, but also to their security during digital transactions.