UPI goes live at Eiffel Tower, Paris, France, enabling Indian tourists to pay using UPI.

National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) is an umbrella organization for operating retail payments and settlement systems in India. Established by the Reserve Bank of India and the Indian Banks' Association, its core focus is on developing and managing various digital payment products and services. NPCI aims to transform India into a cashless society and is actively expanding its payment solutions globally through its international arm, NPCI International Payments Limited (NIPL).

Lyra Network is a global technology company specializing in secure payment solutions, including payment gateways, POS terminals, and transaction processing. They provide services to various sectors, including retail, e-commerce, and critical infrastructure segments like public transport, parking, and toll roads, enabling secure and efficient digital transactions.