‼️ Serious Security Glitch in ICICI Bank's iMobile Alert!!!
Several users have reported being able to view other customers' ICICI Bank credit cards on their iMobile app. Since the full card number, expiry date, and CVV are visible on iMobile, and one can manage international
Bajaj Finance Agent called me:
Agent: Hello Sir, aapke name pe ek pre approved personal loan ka offer hain, mujhe bas aapke kuch details chaiye loan application process karne ke leya aur paisa aapke account main hoga.
Me: (I decided not to disconnect the call).
Mujhe abhi koi
Half-century complete!
Disclaimer: It's important to only obtain a credit card based on your specific needs and requirements.
For me It's an art... hobby...
"Managing multiple credit cards is an art that requires time."
Have more than 50 credit cards, purchased a home using a home loan at an early age, always use credit cards for spending money on needs but never overspend for points, have an 803 CIBIL Score. Rarely use cash... Still living life peacefully.
The state of peaceful living is
No Credit Card so far. No CIBIL Score. No Loans Taken. Never Shopped for Points.
I make all Payments (Needs & Luxuries) with my UPI or Debit Card. Minimal Cash.
Zero Leverage. Spend Well from What we Have. Life is Simplest Peaceful that Way 👍
#FI
Banks typically indicate the MCC (merchant category code) of merchants who do not qualify for reward points or cashback.
However, Normal credit card users may not be able to identify a merchant's MCC prior to making a payment. Therefore, it would be helpful if the MCC was
ICICI Bank charged me annual fees on my credit card even after meeting the reversal criteria.
New Update: Today, I filed a case against ICICI Bank at my district consumer court.
Surprisingly, ICICI Bank changed their annual fees reversal terms in MITC for 3 credit cards
Just redeemed some rewards for this Hyundai Venue SX Knight Edition. Thankfully, the Hyundai dealer accepted credit card payment with no extra charges (0% MDR passed on to me).
Cheq is now charging a processing fee of 0.2% per payment (Rs 100 max) Well, congratulations on that, but seriously, what's with the utterly misleading display of net earnings? Assuming a value of Rs 1 for each
@CheQ_One
chip is just plain stupid!
Don't play games with your users
Suppose a customer opted for an Axis Bank credit card just one month ago or so, and Axis Bank is updating their products almost every month or two. Then, they will not get the benefits for what they paid fees for.
What about those customers? Isn't it unfair? How does the bank
I'm canceling all my credit cards! Don't believe social media. Credit cards are useless. Use a debit card and live debt-free. Although you can earn good rewards using your credit cards for necessary expenses, but no.... use debit card or UPI.
Why Banks are Restructuring Complimentary Lounge Access on Credit Cards
Complimentary lounge access stands as one of the widely promoted features of credit cards. Almost all mid-range and higher-tier credit cards offer free lounge access to their customers, with even some
I purchased an iPad Magic Keyboard from
@cromaretail
kolkata. The MRP on the packet is Rs. 27,900, but Croma charged me Rs. 28,999. How can Croma sell the item at a higher price than the MRP?
Personal Credit Cards are being used to make money (as a full-time business).
Few people are earning more than 50k to 60k per month using credit card. [even higher]
Prime example of such businesses: Yaper, UseMyCards, etc.
Credit Report Locking System | Unauthorised Credit Report Access
Full Details & Discussions:
Currently, consumers do not have the ability to lock their credit reports to prevent unauthorised access. Banks and NBFCs not only periodically check our credit
Many people are still defending Paytm, saying
#RBI
did wrong to
#Paytm
, RBI is anti-fintech, bla bla bla....
Open your eyes and see the truth.
As per media reports (CNBC,Reuters, etc), this could be the end
CIBIL is now sending enquiry alert SMS with the enquirer's name. This is a very good feature addition.
@CIBIL_Official
, please offer a report locking feature so that we can prevent false enquiries by financial institutions.
Reflecting on 2023: Opened 23 new credit cards, earned 27.10 Lakhs EDGE Points, 10 Lakhs MR Points, 2.23 Lakhs ICICI Rewards, 2.8 Lakhs HDFC Infinia Points, and more.
Bought a car with zero MDR fees. Exciting international trips planned for 2024! 🌍✈️
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🚨 Wrong Merchant Category Code Issuance:
The bank devaluating their credit card's reward system is okay (excluding few MCCs from their reward points earning categories), but why are banks and payment gateways issuing wrong merchant codes to their merchants? I mean, travel
RBI New Proposed Guidelines for Card Networks: Empowering Customers and Promoting Choice in Card Networks
⭐️ Full Details & Description:
The RBI has drafted a set of guidelines and is seeking feedback. It is expected that the implementation of these
Some apps are reaching out to TechnoFino to remove certain posts and threads from TechnoFino Community because our members have posted their bad experiences with them. I replied to these companies, asking them to provide proof that the members are intentionally posting false
My god!
A 100 Crores rotation using credit card.... those are the real reasons for credit card devaluation.
Thread on TF Community: Axis Bank card gamers arrested by Ahmedabad Cyber Crime, did txns more than Rs 100 crores:
The number of credit cards you need depends entirely on your spending categories, requirements, how you want to redeem your credit card's reward points, and so on. No one can accurately tell you how many credit cards you need without this information.
Don't generalize, enjoy!
Revealing Axis Bank Credit Card System Loopholes
The time has come to shed light on the loopholes present in the Axis Bank credit card system (various credit cards) 👇
Deduction allowed under new tax regime- 🔔
Deduction allowed under old tax regime- 1.5L (80c), 50k (80ccd), 25k (80d), 50k Standard Deduction (salaried), HRA [common deductions]
New tax regime- upto 7L income = 0 tax
Old tax regime- upto 7.75L income = 0 tax
Aaj Axis hain, Kal ICICI hoga, parso HDFC... kon jane kab kon se bank kya jabardast card launch kar de.
Accept the bank's decision and move on. They will not consider your opinion if it's not good for their business.
#AxisMagnus
#Devaluation
ICICI Bank Charged Me Annual Fees On My Credit Card Even After Meeting Reversal Criteria
⭐️ Full Details & Discussion:
ICICI Bank charged me an annual fee of Rs. 12,000 + GST, despite me spending more than the required amount for annual fee reversal.
I
⚠️ ICICI Bank Is Not Following RBI Guidelines [Update On 4th June, 2024]:
Today, two ICICI Bank credit card product managers called me to discuss the issue I highlighted on TFC and Twitter on 28th May, 2024, regarding interest charges on the total amount due.
According to them,
@karna_ocw
Good afternoon Mr. Mandal, our colleagues have discussed and explained to you that we are fully compliant with the regulatory guidelines. We remain committed to transparency and customer satisfaction at all times and uphold the highest standard of service for our 1/2
ICICI Wealth Management Account 🌟
Upgraded to ICICI Wealth account today🔥
📌How did I know 🤔
🌟Logined to iMobile app
🌟Noticed that colour of iMobile app/Netbanking changed to BLACK 🖤
🌟Called CS, confirming the same & applied for Wealth DC
🌟Wealth MasterCard World DC at
Taking a Stand Against The Axis Bank Credit Card Circus
As you are already aware, Axis Bank has issued notices to many Atlas credit card holders, requesting invoices for their spending on travel categories over the last few months. Axis Bank has suspended affected customers' Edge
[1] Due to Ramdev, I stopped drinking Pepsi/Coke.
[2] Due to LiverDoc, I stopped taking Ayurvedic supplements
[3] Due to Andrew Huberman, I stopped drinking alcohol
[4] Due to food farmer, I stopped consuming FMCG products
[5] Due to Ayurvedic doctors, I stopped eating salad
Is This the End of the Credit Card Business in India for Foreign Banks?
Credit cards were not very popular in India, at least until 2015. In the last few years, credit cards have become one of the preferred methods of digital payment.
In January 2015, the total number of credit
Why Credit Card Issuers Are Behind Utility, Insurance, and Other Important Categories?
[Full Article available on the
@TechnoFino
Community &
@moneycontrolcom
]
A credit card is a powerful financial tool if used correctly. We can earn a significant amount of cashback, reward
Wrong CVV and expiry date are still allowing online transactions to go through using ICICI Bank credit cards. We can not solely blame the payment gateway, as other bank credit cards do not work on Amazon if we enter the wrong CVV.
@RBI
, won't you impose a penalty on ICICI Bank
Having serious security issues with ICICI Bank credit cards.
Was doing transaction with my icici card in amazon put a wrong cvv, even though my transaction got successful and my order got confirmed in eCommerce website.
That's your security in credit cards???
@ICICIBank
@RBI
‼️ ICICI Bank Is Not Following RBI Guidelines | What Is the RBI Doing?
[TF Community Thread Link in 1st Comment, Visit the link for all discussions, screenshots and other links]
As expected from ICICI Bank, I found that they are not following a particular RBI guideline.
Five Credit Card Rules You Don't Know | Don't Let Your Bank Scam You 🚨
We all know about credit cards, but we often don't bother to learn about the RBI guidelines for credit cards and their issuers. When we encounter problems, we contact the bank and trust them blindly.
But
I have almost 60 credit cards, but I only actively use about 20 of them. Those cards are beneficial for me!
It's important to choose your credit cards accordingly.
Join TechnoFino Community:
*(Some cards are missing from the image, box still not opened)
Credit Card Chargeback Claim System: Ultimate Guide
[Full Details & Discussions: ]
One of the primary benefits of using a credit card is the level of protection it provides. Along with various perks, credit cards offer a few safeguards, such as fraud
Travel agents booking hotels or flights for unknown individuals from their loyalty program accounts should be banned immediately. Those agents are like termites.
Related article:
The Real Culprit Behind the Recent Devaluation of Travel-Focused Credit Cards
@karanssh
It's not just about the fees now... I'm even spending more than the annual fees they charged me. It's about doing the right thing. People should complain if they face issues, only this way can we change the bank's mentality towards their customers.
Axis Magnus Credit Card: There are lots of caps, category exclusions, and complex reward earning structures. It can make life complicated.
If you're looking for a simple credit card, it's better to stay 100 km away from Axis Magnus. Remember, it's just a credit card, so don't
This Is Why We Need Clarity:
Someone used an SBI Cashback card at a Sofitel hotel, and it was categorized as a rent payment. This is a very serious issue. The card company may also report the total rent payment to the ITD as per guidelines.
Reply from SBI Card:
We wish to
Banks typically indicate the MCC (merchant category code) of merchants who do not qualify for reward points or cashback.
However, Normal credit card users may not be able to identify a merchant's MCC prior to making a payment. Therefore, it would be helpful if the MCC was
SBI Unipay: Credit Card Bill Payments Failed, Customers Struggle with Refunds
[Full Details, How To Fix, Discussion On TF Community - Link in 1st comment]
Many people are facing problems with SBI Unipay, a bill payment portal of State Bank Of India.
The Problem:
1️⃣ Few
People who are opening burgundy accounts to get a 5:4 transfer rate, please note that the special transfer rate (5:4) will be available for a limited time only. After that, it will change to 5:2
🚨 IDFC First Bank Credit Cards Devalued - All IDFC First Credit Cards Are Affected
(Full Details & Discussions On TF Community, Link In 1st Comment)
After Yes Bank, IDFC First Bank is here to surprise us. Although IDFC First Bank hasn't communicated anything yet, they have
Many people are questioning why few individuals are posting about Axis Atlas credit card. They fear that it might get devalued like Magnus and Reserve.
I have one question for them:
Is Axis Bank unaware that they are offering 4% airmiles on normal spends? 🤔
📢 New credit card launched today on April 1, 2023
Axis Bank Mercarciya Credit Card
Few benefits-
Unlimited Lounge Access
Unlimited Guest Access (limited to 2 guest per access)
Unlimited international space station lounge access
Unlimited Golf access across the universe
Have you ever wondered how credit card companies make money?
What are the main sources of income for a credit card company? Who Pays for Your Free Vacation Redeemed Using Card Rewards?
Full Details & Discussions: (TF Community)
@moneycontrolcom
article:
For the first time in my life, I received a call from a recovery agent. Apparently, someone whom I had referred to OneCard had not paid a bill of approximately 1.3L. She just asked me if I knew the card holder or not. I must say, she was very polite.
"HERE’S How To Travel The World Almost FOR Free Just By Using Credit Cards"
Choose the right credit card, and travel the world for almost free!...
My article, published on
@livemint
👇
🚨 People promoting credit card to bank transfer using rent payment method should refrain from doing so. Rent payment is an expense for the payer and income (from rent) for the receiver, both of which must be disclosed at the time of filing income tax returns. Paying fake rent is
‼️ Serious Security Glitch in ICICI Bank's iMobile Alert!!!
Several users have reported being able to view other customers' ICICI Bank credit cards on their iMobile app. Since the full card number, expiry date, and CVV are visible on iMobile, and one can manage international
‼️ Serious Security Glitch in ICICI Bank's iMobile Alert!!!
Several users have reported being able to view other customers' ICICI Bank credit cards on their iMobile app. Since the full card number, expiry date, and CVV are visible on iMobile, and one can manage international
I decided not to tweet/post article/video about Axis Magnus until they conduct experiments and settle their mind. However, I don't know what Axis Bank is thinking; they are still not sure what to offer even after 20 days from the originally promised date. They have just made a
State Bank of India revised their debit cards annual fees effective from 1st April’2024
Full detail and new charges: Visit TF Community (Link in 1st comment)
@TheOfficialSBI
didn't bother to send any communication to their existing customers about these changes. They simply
🚨 Very concerning news regarding Accor Plus Account:
[Full Details On TF Community Link In 1st Comment]
One of our TF Community members' (Nikhil Jain) Accor account was hacked, and the hacker used 129393 points from the account to order an iPhone 15 Pro to a German address.
Credit Card Data May 2023 | Total Spends, Total Active Credit Cards, Etc | RBI
Full Details & Discussions:
The Reserve Bank of India recently released credit card data for May 2023, revealing that the total number of active credit cards in India
A lot of inquiries doesn't necessarily mean it will negatively affect your CIBIL score. The CIBIL score depends on many factors/parameters.
To maintain a good CIBIL score, you need to manage each parameter carefully.
I can understand why all banks are targeting the utility payment category, but this is totally unfair for common credit card users. Banks can implement some capping on the maximum reward points one customer can earn from the utility category rather than totally excluding it. The
Axis announced some major changes in all three of their Vistara co-branded credit cards today.
Effective from January 3, 2024:
⚫️Government services transactions will not be eligible for earning Club Vistara points and achieving milestone benefits.
⚫️Utilities transactions will
What Axis Bank is doing is pure harassment. I request affected genuine spenders to file complaints with the RBI banking ombudsman after communicating with Axis Bank.
Strengthening the Credit Reporting System and Implementing Guidelines for Credit Bureaus in India:
⭐️ [Full Details & Discussion: ]
The credit reporting system in India needs improvement to match the standards of developed countries like the USA. As a