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In a notable development, WhatsApp—owned by Meta—is said to be on the brink of introducing a new function that facilitates bill payments, mirroring the capabilities found in various UPI applications. An article from Android Authority highlights that this promising feature is embedded within WhatsApp beta version 2.25.3.15.
Currently, WhatsApp allows for money transfers between users, however, this latest enhancement indicates that soon users may enjoy the convenience of directly paying bills such as electricity charges, mobile prepaid recharges, LPG gas bills, water tariffs, and even their landline postpaid dues. The report suggests that this feature is currently under development, following the detection of an inactive bill payment function in the latest beta release.
As of this writing, there has been no official confirmation from WhatsApp regarding the upcoming feature. Additionally, details about its launch timeline remain unclear.
In related news, the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) has recently relaxed the user onboarding cap for WhatsApp Pay. Previously, there were restrictions on adding users, which restrained the service’s expansion potential. With these limits now removed, WhatsApp Pay is poised to potentially reach an extensive audience that numbers around 532 million. This would position Meta’s platform directly in competition with established UPI services such as PhonePe and Google Pay.
Despite these promising developments, it is essential to note that Meta may still have to navigate several regulatory approvals and logistical hurdles before this bill payment functionality can be rolled out to the public. Should WhatsApp successfully introduce this feature, it would create yet another avenue for revenue. However, specifics surrounding its operational mechanics, fee structures (akin to those of PhonePe and Google Pay), and the exact launch date remain uncertain. We anticipate that further information will emerge in the weeks ahead. For the latest updates on technology, continue to follow Digit.
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