According to @simplykashif, Coinbase has reopened sign-ups for Indian users after more than two years. According to @simplykashif, a fiat on-ramp for India is planned for next year, indicating INR deposits are not yet available. According to @simplykashif, Coinbase’s 2022 India launch lost UPI support after NPCI did not acknowledge the integration. According to @simplykashif, Coinbase fully off-boarded Indian users and shut down services in 2023. According to @simplykashif, Coinbase engaged with the Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) and registered with it this year.

According to @simplykashif, NPCI is participating in India Blockchain Week to explore how blockchain can shape the future of payment and identity systems, source: @simplykashif on X, Dec 2, 2025. For traders, the confirmed participation identifies an event window to monitor for any NPCI statements on blockchain payments and digital identity in India, source: @simplykashif on X, Dec 2, 2025.