Google Pay to Shut Down in US, Transition to Google Wallet Announced
Google announces the discontinuation of Google Pay in the US by June 4, 2024, urging users to switch to Google Wallet for a streamlined digital payment experience.
- Google will discontinue the standalone Google Pay app in the US, transitioning users to Google Wallet by June 4, 2024.
- The transition aims to simplify the app experience and leverage Google Wallet's higher usage among Americans.
- Google assures a smooth transition, with detailed instructions and support for transferring Google Pay balances to bank accounts.
- This change will not affect Google Pay users in India and Singapore, where the app will continue to operate as usual.
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