Theme: Developer & Technical

Fintech Deep Dive — Monday | March 16, 2026 Focus: Developer & Technical (APIs, SDKs, Tech Architecture) Coverage Period: March 9-16, 2026 Executive Summary This week’s Developer & Technical theme explores the evolving landscape of API-first fintech infrastructure in India. The most notable development is Fi’s decision to wind down its banking services after four years of operation, raising questions about neobank partnership models. Meanwhile, India’s API ecosystem continues to mature with platforms like BankU India, NxtBanking, and NeoAPIBox democratizing access to financial infrastructure. Globally, AI agent APIs are emerging as the next frontier in banking infrastructure, with companies like Brighty launching banking APIs specifically designed for autonomous AI agents. ...

Fintech Deep Dive — Monday | March 09, 2026 Focus: Developer & Technical (APIs, SDKs, Tech Architecture) Coverage Period: March 2-9, 2026 Executive Summary This week’s Developer & Technical theme covers significant developments affecting India’s fintech developer ecosystem. The most impactful story is the blocking of Supabase—a popular open-source database platform—in India, disrupting numerous fintech startups and developers. Meanwhile, PhonePe’s imminent IPO at a $9-10.5 billion valuation highlights the technical scale of India’s largest UPI platform, while the Union Budget 2026-27 brings favorable tax treatment for data center infrastructure. Globally, Banking-as-a-Service platforms and AI agent APIs are reshaping developer capabilities in financial services. ...