Noida: UP industrial development minister Nand Gopal Gupta ‘Nandi’ inaugurated the two-day fintech and finance event, Money Alpha 360°, at India Expo Centre and Mart in Greater Noida on Friday. At the event, Nandi said that initiatives like Digital India and UPI have positioned the country as a leader in real-time digital transactions.“It is the result of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s ‘Digital India’ vision that today India carries out nearly 49% of the real-time digital transactions through UPI. This is proof of our growing capacity, efficiency and trust,” he said. “Today, even a vegetable vendor and a tea seller are accepting payments through QR codes. On the other hand, large investors are able to transfer capital globally with ease. Digital finance has made opportunities far more accessible than ever before.”Officials from the Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority and Noida Authority were also in attendance.YEIDA CEO RK Singh said the Authority is transforming the region into a global financial powerhouse with its new 500-acre Fintech City in Sector 11, located just minutes from the Noida International Airport. “This flagship project aims to attract large-scale investment and foster a startup ecosystem through digital banking and next-generation technologies. With initiatives like the Fintech City and forward-looking infrastructure, Uttar Pradesh is positioning itself at the forefront of financial and technological advancement, and this summit reflects that vision,” he said.Noida additional CEO Vandana Tripathi said that the city, being a hub for financial activities, plays a crucial role in the state’s development. “Noida continues to strengthen its position as a centre for business and innovation, and such platforms further reinforce collaboration between industry, policy and technology,” the ACEO added.Officials said day one of the summit witnessed high-impact conferences and knowledge sessions, covering critical themes such as AI in digital banking, global fund integration, fintech infrastructure, MSME growth, financial integrity and wealth creation strategies. These sessions brought together industry experts, thought leaders and practitioners to decode emerging trends and unlock new growth opportunities.
