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Apple Pay service expansion and usage

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Apple is preparing to launch its digital payment service, Apple Pay, in India, with a potential rollout expected by late September or October. The initial phase will focus on credit card payments via Visa and Mastercard networks, allowing users to perform contactless transactions via NFC technology. At launch, the service will not support the Unified Payments Interface (UPI), as integration requires approval from the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) and partnerships with sponsor banks. Negotiations regarding transaction fees are ongoing. Apple is reportedly seeking a share of “15 to 20 basis points” from the interchange fee on each transaction, while some major credit card issuers are advocating for a “10 basis point share”. Separately, Apple Pay is seeing increased utilization within the online casino sector. In the United Kingdom, operators such as Sky Vegas, Coral, and Ladbrokes are adopting the service as a primary payment method due to its security features, which use device-specific numbers rather than sharing actual card details. Because UK gambling operators are prohibited from accepting credit card payments, users must ensure their linked cards are eligible for gambling transactions. Some platforms, such as GunsBet, operate under the regulation of the Curaçao Gaming Control Interface and implement responsible gambling tools like deposit and loss limits. Adoption continues to grow among UK online casinos, where the service is favored for its ease of use. While Apple does not charge consumers, individual casinos or card issuers may apply their own fees. Some operators, such as Casoola Casino, offer traditional banking via Visa and Mastercard alongside digital options. Furthermore, Apple Pay is gaining prominence in the broader online gaming sector for its use of biometric authentication, which facilitates rapid deposits and withdrawals while reducing fraud risks.

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