Airtel Payments Bank unveils NCMC-Enabled smartwatch with RuPay Chip

NEW DELHI: Airtel Payments Bank, in collaboration with Noise and NPCI, has announced the launch of its cutting-edge NCMC-enabled smartwatch, integrated with the RuPay chip.

An NCMC-enabled smartwatch is a traditional smartwatch equipped with the capability to make contactless payments. Showcased at the Global Fintech Fest 2024, this innovative smartwatch brings payments to the user’s wrist, blending advanced lifestyle features with NCMC-enabled Tap and Pay transactions.

This launch marks the second phase of the successful partnership between Airtel Payments Bank and Noise, redefining on-the-go payments. The smartwatch integrates NCMC technology, enabling users to perform Tap and Pay transactions at merchant locations and make transit payments nationwide.

The Airtel Payments Bank Smartwatch offers unparalleled ease and accessibility, supporting transport concessions and monthly passes, and features an embedded RuPay chip for secure transactions. It also allows for effortless swapping of watch straps, providing seamless customization.