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PhonePe introduced an AI-powered natural language search feature on 20 February 2026, leveraging Microsoft Foundry to enhance user experience within its application. The feature allows users to perform tasks such as payments, recharges, navigation, and transaction tracking through simple voice or text-based commands. By using intent-based queries, the platform transitions from a purely transactional interface to a more intelligent and personalised system. Built on a hybrid on-device and cloud model, the solution ensures data security while improving accessibility, convenience, and discoverability for millions of users across India through a phased rollout.