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Worldline White Paper Unpacks the Future of Contactless Payments: SoftPOS to Surpass 34 Million Deployments
Worldline White Paper Unpacks the Future of Contactless Payments: SoftPOS to Surpass 34 Million Deployments

Fashion Value Chain

time30-06-2025

  • Business
  • Fashion Value Chain

Worldline White Paper Unpacks the Future of Contactless Payments: SoftPOS to Surpass 34 Million Deployments

Worldline (Euronext: WLN), a global leader in payment services, today announced the release of its latest white paper titled 'SoftPOS: Transforming Contactless Payments Across Industries'. This comprehensive study explores how Software Point-of-Sale (SoftPOS) is revolutionizing payment acceptance for businesses across sectors-from retail and restaurants to transit, healthcare and insurance across India. As India witnesses exponential growth in digital payments-with UPI transaction values crossing Rs. 24.77 trillion in March 2025 alone-the paper underscores why SoftPOS adoption is no longer optional, but an imperative for businesses looking to stay relevant and competitive. Key findings India's mobile payment market is projected to grow from $792.4 billion in 2024 to $4.99 trillion by 2033, at a CAGR of 21.56%. By 2027, SoftPOS is expected to surpass 34.5 million merchant deployments globally. Over 50% of all transactions in the Asia-Pacific region are expected to be tap-based by 2025. Micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) will drive over 60% of SoftPOS adoption, leveraging its affordability and ease of deployment. Sectoral trends and applications Retail and e-Commerce: Enables 'endless aisle' experiences and mobile checkout for both in-store and delivery-based transactions. Restaurants and Food&Beverage: Accelerates tap-to-pay acceptance for small and micro-merchants, especially in Tier II and III cities. Transit and Mobility: Powers mobile ticketing, onboard fare collection and seamless reconciliation in buses, metros, and ride-sharing. Healthcare: Simplifies in-clinic and pharmacy payments, supported by digital health initiatives like ABDM and DHIS 1 . Insurance and Financial Services: Empowers agents to collect premiums and issue receipts in real-time-even in semi-urban and rural areas. Mr. Ramesh Narasimhan, Chief Executive Officer – Worldline India, said: 'SoftPOS represents a game-changing leap in India's payments landscape. With the proliferation of smartphones and growing consumer preference for contactless experiences, this technology empowers businesses-especially MSMEs-to accept payments securely, affordably, and flexibly without the need for dedicated hardware. At Worldline, we are committed to driving this innovation, enabling financial inclusion, and shaping the future of digital commerce.' The white paper further outlines the critical need for modernizing payment infrastructure, key differences between SoftPOS and traditional POS systems, security, compliance, and the role of MPoC standards and five-year projections and India's leadership in SoftPOS adoption. 1 DHIS: Digital Health Incentive Scheme and ABDM: Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission About Worldline Worldline (Euronext: WLN) helps businesses of all shapes and sizes to accelerate their growth journey – quickly, simply, and securely. With advanced payments technology, local expertise and solutions customised for hundreds of markets and industries, Worldline powers the growth of over one million businesses around the world. Worldline generated a 4.6 billion euros revenue in 2024. In India, Worldline is a leading Omnichannel payments technology player building a robust payment ecosystem for over 26 years. Worldline is the preferred partner for over 30 leading public and private sector banks, leading sectors like NBFCs, insurance companies, e-commerce businesses, startups, retail brands, hotel chains and many more.

Bihar tops the nation in digital healthcare, with over 90 per cent health facilities almost paperless
Bihar tops the nation in digital healthcare, with over 90 per cent health facilities almost paperless

United News of India

time08-06-2025

  • Health
  • United News of India

Bihar tops the nation in digital healthcare, with over 90 per cent health facilities almost paperless

Patna, June 8 (UNI) With 92 per cent of health facilities almost going paperless, Bihar has emerged as the national frontrunner in digital transformation in healthcare, achieving the number one rank in the Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM) implementation. The state is setting new benchmarks in accessible and efficient public health delivery, with a remarkable 92 per cent online OPD registration rate at government health facilities and the highest number of QR code scans for patient check-ins CEO of Bihar Swasthya Suraksha Samiti, Shashank Shekhar Sinha, highlighted the state's achievements and said that the state not only leads in QR code scans for OPD registration but also tops the country in the number of Electronic Health Records (e-prescriptions) generated. He further noted that Bihar has received the highest incentives under the Central Government's Digital Health Incentive Scheme (DHIS), which are being reinvested to strengthen the state's digital health infrastructure. State Health Committee Administrative Officer Rajesh Kumar said that the state's BHAVYA (Bihar Health Applications Visionary Yojana for All) model, aligned with ABDM, has redefined healthcare accessibility and monitoring across the state. According to Kumar, paperless health facilities under digital healthcare were possible following the 'Scan and Share' initiative under ABDM, which allows patients to scan a QR code at the entry of a health facility and directly proceed to a consultation without the hassle of long queues or paperwork. This simple yet revolutionary step, along with widespread adoption of ABHA IDs (Ayushman Bharat Health Account), has dramatically reduced patient turnaround time in government hospitals, from over an hour earlier to an average of just 45 minutes now, covering consultation to medicine disbursal. Kumar further said that Bihar's state-of-the-art Command and Control Centre, a technological nerve centre in the state capital, monitors real-time feeds from all district hospitals and health facilities across the state. It ensures prompt alerts, compliance monitoring, and smooth operations at all levels. This setup is further backed by District Command Centres and Data Analytics Units, allowing proactive identification and management of potential health emergencies by tracking disease trends and patient data in real time. Meanwhile, a nine-member delegation recently visited Bihar on a three-day tour of the state to understand the scale and impact of this digital leap. During interaction with patients at the Community Health Centre (CHC) in Silao in Nalanda district, the patients lauded the convenience and efficiency of the new digital process, describing it as a complete overhaul of the previous cumbersome system. UNI RS BD

Unicommerce and Tata 1mg partner to streamline e-commerce operations
Unicommerce and Tata 1mg partner to streamline e-commerce operations

Business Upturn

time20-05-2025

  • Business
  • Business Upturn

Unicommerce and Tata 1mg partner to streamline e-commerce operations

India's online healthcare and pharmacy sector continues to expand rapidly, driven by growing digital adoption and increased demand for accessible medical solutions. In a strategic move to enhance its backend e-commerce infrastructure, digital healthcare provider Tata 1mg has partnered with Unicommerce, an e-commerce enablement SaaS platform, to improve operational efficiency. The collaboration focuses on automating Tata 1mg's order processing and inventory management. Unicommerce's platform enables real-time tracking of stock levels, demand forecasting, and reduced overstocking—key factors in ensuring consistent product availability across over 1,000 cities in India. Tata 1mg offers a wide range of branded products in categories such as nutritional supplements, medical devices, orthopaedic aids, personal care, and Ayurveda. These products are distributed through its own website and various online marketplaces. To support its growing online presence, Tata 1mg has implemented Unicommerce's multi-channel order management and warehouse management systems. These tools help standardize and streamline order fulfilment processes across platforms, aiming to improve delivery speed and accuracy. Additionally, Unicommerce's batching system supports the identification and management of expired or defective products. Features such as expiry alerts and batch-level tracking help initiate recalls or prioritize the sale of soon-to-expire items, reducing waste and ensuring regulatory compliance. India's e-pharmacy market was valued at USD 394.09 million in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 801.34 million by 2030. Key growth drivers include the convenience of online medicine delivery and increasing internet penetration in tier-1 and tier-2 cities. Government initiatives like the Digital Health Incentive Scheme (DHIS) further support this growth by promoting the adoption of digital technologies among hospitals, clinics, and healthcare startups. Aman Shukla is a post-graduate in mass communication . A media enthusiast who has a strong hold on communication ,content writing and copy writing. Aman is currently working as journalist at

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