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    xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/"><channel><title>Bizz Orbit &#45; : Opinions &amp;amp; Features</title><link>https://www.bizzorbit.com/rss/category/opinions-features</link><description>Bizz Orbit &#45; : Opinions &amp;amp; Features</description><dc:language>en</dc:language><dc:rights>© 2026 Sangri Media | All rights reserved.</dc:rights><item><title>Axis Bank and Hitachi Payment Services unveil AI&#45;powered solutions for smarter banking and merchant payment experiences</title><link>https://www.bizzorbit.com/opinions-features/axis-bank-and-hitachi-payment-services-unveil-ai-powered-solutions-for-smarter-banking-and-merchant-payment-experiences</link><guid>https://www.bizzorbit.com/opinions-features/axis-bank-and-hitachi-payment-services-unveil-ai-powered-solutions-for-smarter-banking-and-merchant-payment-experiences</guid><description><![CDATA[ Launches Express Banking: Digital Banking Point 2.0 and AI Soundbox with conversational, multilingual and real-time intelligent capabilities ]]></description><enclosure url="https://www.financetak.com/uploads/images/202609/image_870x_6aa95521458b7.webp" length="49398" type="image/jpeg" /><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 19:58:57 +0530</pubDate><dc:creator>admin</dc:creator><media:keywords>Axis Bank AI Soundbox, Digital Banking Point 2.0, Hitachi Payment Services, conversational AI banking, Axis Bank merchant payments, AI-powered banking India</media:keywords><content:encoded><![CDATA[

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Together, the solutions embed conversational intelligence into everyday banking and payment experiences, making them more intuitive, accessible, and connected.\r\nExpress Banking: Digital Banking Point 2.0: From navigating screens to having a conversation\r\nExpress Banking: India’s first Digital Banking Point was unveiled at Global Fintech Fest 2025. Taking the next leap, Express Banking: Digital Banking Point 2.0 embeds conversational AI into the physical banking experience. The earlier version of the solution has been deployed across high-footfall educational institutions and corporate campuses, including IIM Ahmedabad, Lovely Professional University, Chandigarh Group of Colleges, Capgemini and Sattva Knowledge City. These deployments have validated a scalable, 24x7 branch-lite banking model that brings banking closer to customers where they study and work. The platform has served diverse segments including students, salaried professionals and corporate employees, while reducing dependence on traditional branch formats for everyday banking needs. \r\nWith the latest proposition, customers can interact with an AI assistant using natural language, with multilingual capabilities and receive guidance to access services, and fill, validate and complete forms, reducing the need to navigate multiple screens and menus. The solution also incorporates responsible AI principles and built-in guardrails to help ensure interactions remain secure, relevant, and appropriate.\r\nAvailable in both self-service and assisted modes, Express Banking: Digital Banking Point 2.0 enables services including account opening, instant card issuance, fixed deposit booking, loan applications, utility bill payments, cheque deposits and passbook printing among others. The solution can be customized according to branch layouts, service requirements, and customer journeys.\r\nThe enhanced design also improves serviceability and seamlessly integrates with Hitachi Payment Services’ Android-based ecosystem, including Cash Recycling Machines (CRMs), enabling a more connected omnichannel banking experience.\r\nAI Soundbox: From payment notification to intelligent merchant assistant\r\nThe new AI Soundbox takes the familiar payment notification device a step further by transforming it into an intelligent, voice-enabled assistant for merchants.\r\nWith the press of a button, merchants can ask payment-related questions and receive instant voice responses – for example, “What is my total sale value today?” The service is available in 12 Indian languages, making everyday interactions more convenient for merchants and customers alike across diverse markets.\r\nThe AI Soundbox brings proactive intelligence to merchant operations by dynamically adapting to the merchant’s counter environment, optimising power and connectivity, identifying and resolving select operational disruptions on its own.  By keeping the device transaction-ready, it helps reduce the risk of missed sales caused by connectivity or device-related issues.\r\nSanjeev Moghe, Group Head – Branch Banking, South, Axis Bank, said, “At Axis Bank, we are focused on using technology to make everyday banking simpler, smarter and more responsive to customer needs. Developed in collaboration with Hitachi Payment Services, Express Banking: Digital Banking Point 2.0 marks another step towards building more seamless and future-ready banking experiences.”\r\nVinit Bajaj, Group Head – Acquiring &amp;amp; Cards, Axis Bank, said, “At Axis Bank, we are focused on building solutions that simplify business operations and create meaningful value for merchants. Our partnership with Hitachi Payment Services on the AI Soundbox brings together trusted payments infrastructure and intelligent, voice-led technology to help merchants access business insights, manage daily operations, and transact with greater confidence. This collaboration reflects our shared commitment to making innovation practical, accessible, and impactful for businesses across India.”\r\nSumil Vikamsey, MD and CEO – Cash Business, Hitachi Payment Services, said, “With Digital Banking Point 2.0, we are bringing conversational AI into the branch banking environment, enabling customers to access banking services with greater ease. Together with Axis Bank, our focus is on creating intelligent, accessible banking touchpoints that bring more services closer to customers while enabling banks to deliver a more connected experience.” \r\nAnuj Khosla, CEO-Digital Business, Hitachi Payment Services, said, “With the AI Soundbox, we are taking merchant payments beyond transactions, transforming the Soundbox into an intelligent assistant at the merchant counter. Together with Axis Bank, our focus is to make AI practical and purposeful—helping merchants spend less time managing technology and more time serving customers and growing their businesses.”","articleSection":"Opinions &amp; Features","datePublished":"2026-09-15T19:58:57+0530","dateModified":"2026-09-15T19:58:57+0530","inLanguage":"en-us","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"admin","url":"https://www.bizzorbit.com/user/admin"},"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Bizz Orbit","url":"https://www.bizzorbit.com","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","url":"https://www.bizzorbit.com/assets/img/logo.svg"}},"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","url":"https://www.financetak.com/uploads/images/202609/image_870x_6aa95521458b7.webp","contentUrl":"https://www.financetak.com/uploads/images/202609/image_870x_6aa95521458b7.webp"},"keywords":["Axis Bank AI Soundbox","Digital Banking Point 2.0","Hitachi Payment Services","conversational AI banking","Axis Bank merchant payments","AI-powered banking India"]}</script>
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>There is no retake, no second chance: Hafiz Baig on why theatre excites him the most</title><link>https://www.bizzorbit.com/opinions-features/there-is-no-retake-no-second-chance-hafiz-baig-on-why-theatre-excites-him-the-most</link><guid>https://www.bizzorbit.com/opinions-features/there-is-no-retake-no-second-chance-hafiz-baig-on-why-theatre-excites-him-the-most</guid><description><![CDATA[ Producer Hafiz Baig on the raw thrill of theatre and why &#039;Saali Poori Ghar Waali&#039; — premiering August 30 at Rang Sharda, Mumbai — is his boldest live comedy yet. ]]></description><enclosure url="https://www.bizzorbit.com/uploads/images/202608/image_870x580_6a902c4eb3c8f.webp" length="91222" type="image/jpeg" /><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 18:03:55 +0530</pubDate><dc:creator>admin</dc:creator><media:keywords>Hafiz Baig producer, Saali Poori Ghar Waali play, Divatales Events, Upasana Singh theatre, Vidisha Srivastava Yogesh Tripathi play, Rang Sharda Auditorium Mumbai, Hindi comedy theatre Mumbai</media:keywords><content:encoded><![CDATA[

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Over the years, my work has allowed me to understand different aspects of production, from creative development and artist management to execution and audience engagement.” \r\n“For me, producing is not just about putting a show on stage; it is about bringing the right people, story and energy together to create an experience that stays with the audience,&quot; he added.\r\nAcross formats, he said, theatre stands apart for the sheer immediacy it demands from everyone involved. He said, &quot;My experience has been across different formats within the entertainment space, including live events, theatre, stage productions and entertainment-led experiences.” \r\nHe feels each medium has its own challenges and added, “But theatre has a very special place because of its immediacy; there is no retake, no second chance. The audience and performers share the same space and energy, and that makes live theatre incredibly exciting to produce.&quot;\r\nTalking about what drew him to Saali Poori Ghar Waali specifically, he pointed to its instant relatability. He said, &quot;The idea came from wanting to create a theatre experience that is entertaining, contemporary and, most importantly, connects instantly with the audience.” \r\n“Saali Poori Ghar Waali has a very relatable comic premise, plenty of situational humour and characters that lend themselves beautifully to a live performance,” he added.\r\nHe also spoke about the larger intent behind the production, offering audiences a genuine escape. He said, &quot;I also felt that audiences today are looking for entertainment that allows them to forget their everyday stresses for a couple of hours and simply laugh. That was the core thought behind bringing this production together.&quot;\r\nEven the play&#039;s title, he admitted, was designed to grab attention instantly. He said, &quot;Even the title Saali Poori Ghar waali immediately creates curiosity; it is playful and unconventional and tells you that there is going to be plenty of chaos and comedy!&quot;\r\nFor him, the play&#039;s strength lies in the ensemble bringing it to life. He said, &quot;What makes the play particularly exciting is the combination of a strong ensemble cast, Upasana Singh, Vidisha Srivastava, Yogesh H. Tripathi and Naveen Bawa, each bringing their own distinctive comic timing and performance style.” \r\n“For me, the USP is the combination of a hilarious, relatable storyline, an exceptionally talented cast and the unpredictability of live theatre. It is the kind of show where the audience can come with their family and friends, switch off from everything else and genuinely have a great time,” he added.\r\nAs for where the play goes from here, he said, &quot;The play premieres on 30th August 2026, 7:30 pm, at Rang Sharda Auditorium, Bandra, Mumbai. Mumbai is just the beginning. We are looking at taking Saali Poori Ghar Waali to other major cities across India as well.” \r\n“Theatre has a fantastic audience beyond Mumbai, and our intention is to build this into a larger touring production and take the laughter to audiences across the country. We will be announcing the upcoming cities as the schedule is finalised,&quot; Hafiz ended.","articleSection":"Opinions &amp; Features","datePublished":"2026-08-27T18:03:55+0530","dateModified":"2026-08-27T18:03:55+0530","inLanguage":"en-us","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"admin","url":"https://www.bizzorbit.com/user/admin"},"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Bizz Orbit","url":"https://www.bizzorbit.com","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","url":"https://www.bizzorbit.com/assets/img/logo.svg"}},"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","url":"https://www.bizzorbit.com/uploads/images/202608/image_870x580_6a902c4eb3c8f.webp","contentUrl":"https://www.bizzorbit.com/uploads/images/202608/image_870x580_6a902c4eb3c8f.webp"},"keywords":["Hafiz Baig producer","Saali Poori Ghar Waali play","Divatales Events","Upasana Singh theatre","Vidisha Srivastava Yogesh Tripathi play","Rang Sharda Auditorium Mumbai","Hindi comedy theatre Mumbai"]}</script>
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Inorbit Malls Bring &amp;apos;Inorbit Night Out&amp;apos; Across Its Malls, Redefining After&#45;Hours Shopping with Late&#45;Night Retail, Entertainment and Experiences</title><link>https://www.bizzorbit.com/opinions-features/inorbit-malls-bring-inorbit-night-out-across-its-malls-redefining-after-hours-shopping-with-late-night-retail-entertainment-and-experiences</link><guid>https://www.bizzorbit.com/opinions-features/inorbit-malls-bring-inorbit-night-out-across-its-malls-redefining-after-hours-shopping-with-late-night-retail-entertainment-and-experiences</guid><description><![CDATA[ Extended shopping hours, exclusive offers of up to 50% off and curated evening experiences come together across Inorbit Malls this July. ]]></description><enclosure url="https://www.bizzorbit.com/uploads/images/202607/image_870x580_6a50f32ff0447.webp" length="16694" type="image/jpeg" /><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 19:06:21 +0530</pubDate><dc:creator>admin</dc:creator><media:keywords>Inorbit Malls, Inorbit Night Out, Shopping Festival, Late Night Shopping, Retail Offers, Live Entertainment, Mall Events, Lifestyle, India</media:keywords><content:encoded><![CDATA[

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