Technology & Payment Systems Law
Regulatory counsel for fintechs, payment aggregators, and technology companies
Satyam Dwivedi is one of India's foremost technology law practitioners, advising fintechs, payment aggregators, e-commerce companies, and digital platforms on regulatory compliance, RBI guidelines, UPI ecosystem disputes, and data protection under the Digital Personal Data Protection Act 2023 (DPDPA).
Technology and payment systems law in India operates at the intersection of rapidly evolving digital ecosystems and a complex regulatory framework. This practice area covers compliance with the Information Technology Act 2000, the Digital Personal Data Protection Act 2023 (DPDPA), the Payment and Settlement Systems Act 2007, RBI Payment Aggregator Guidelines, NPCI regulations governing the UPI ecosystem, and sector-specific regulations for e-commerce, EdTech, online gaming, and e-pharmacy. Disputes and regulatory proceedings arise before the Delhi High Court, Supreme Court of India, RBI, NPCI, SEBI, and other regulatory bodies. Clients in the technology sector face unique challenges including data localisation requirements, evolving consent management frameworks under DPDPA, payment system interoperability mandates, and licensing requirements that change with each RBI circular. A technology law specialist who understands both the regulatory landscape and litigation strategy is indispensable. Satyam Dwivedi, with experience at Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas and L&L Partners and recognition as a BW Top 30 Under 30 lawyer, has litigated a Payment Aggregator dispute before Delhi High Court involving NPCI and RBI, and advises leading fintechs, payment aggregators, and digital platforms on regulatory compliance and dispute resolution.
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Notable Matters in Technology & Payment Systems Law
Acted for a Third Party Payment Aggregator before Delhi High Court — core regulatory dispute under Payment Systems Act involving NPCI and RBI
Advised multiple tech companies on UPI compliance and Payments & Settlement Systems Act
Advised payment aggregators on DPDPA 2023 implications based on business model and data processing
Advised cloud service providers handling sensitive personal information
Represented gaming companies indicted under the Gambling Act
Advised an e-pharmacy company on regulatory exposure (ASCI, instant delivery regulations)
Advised an EdTech company on AICTE and UGC compliance before product launch
Advised on IP protection, confidentiality, and enforcement of foreign awards for technology clients
Questions on Technology & Payment Systems Law
What is the DPDPA and does my company need to comply?
The Digital Personal Data Protection Act 2023 (DPDPA) governs the processing of digital personal data in India. All companies collecting, storing, or processing personal data of Indian citizens are subject to it. Satyam advises on compliance frameworks, data localisation, and consent management.
What kind of payment aggregator disputes can Satyam handle?
Satyam has directly litigated a Payment Aggregator regulatory dispute before Delhi High Court involving NPCI and RBI. He advises on RBI Payment Aggregator Guidelines, UPI compliance, and disputes arising from the Payments & Settlement Systems Act 2007.
What are the RBI payment aggregator license requirements in India?
Under the RBI Payment Aggregator Guidelines (March 2020, updated periodically), entities facilitating online payment processing must obtain a PA license from RBI. Requirements include a minimum net worth of INR 15 crores (increasing to INR 25 crores), compliance with data storage and security norms (PCI-DSS), escrow account maintenance, and KYC/AML obligations. Satyam Dwivedi advises payment aggregators on the complete licensing process, regulatory compliance, and disputes arising from RBI directives.
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