Meta's WhatsApp Pay has struggled to gain traction in India in part due to regulators delaying its full launch as well as minimal product upgrades and marketing (Ananya Bhattacharya/Rest of World)
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WhatsApp Pay has faced significant challenges in gaining widespread adoption in India, despite WhatsApp's massive user base of 500 million in the country. According to a report by Rest of World, regulatory delays in its full launch, coupled with limited product enhancements and marketing efforts, have hindered its ability to penetrate India's burgeoning $3 trillion fintech market. The platform's struggle highlights the complexities of navigating the Indian financial landscape, even with a substantial existing user base.