- Stripe launched an AI payment model, improving fraud detection by 64% for large businesses.
- Stablecoin-backed cards and Orchestration enhance global payment flexibility.
- Nvidia migrated to Stripe Billing in a record six weeks.
- New features include 25 payment methods, Klarna integration, and expanded Stripe Tax.
Stripe made waves at its annual Stripe Sessions event on May 7, 2025, rolling out a series of groundbreaking product launches that signal its bold push into artificial intelligence, stablecoin technology, and global payment solutions. The fintech titan, known for powering online transactions for millions of businesses, showcased innovations designed to streamline payments, combat fraud, and expand its reach across industries.
From a new AI foundation model for payments to stablecoin-backed cards and a high-profile collaboration with Nvidia, Stripe is doubling down on its mission to simplify and secure the financial ecosystem for businesses worldwide.
At the heart of Stripe’s announcements is its new AI foundation model for payments, a game-changer trained on tens of billions of transactions. Emily Glassberg Sands, Stripe’s head of information, explained that this model picks up on hundreds of subtle signals in each payment, offering precision that smaller models can’t match.
One standout application is fraud detection. Stripe’s earlier models cut card-testing attacks, where fraudsters test stolen card details, by 80% over two years. The new model took things further, boosting detection rates for large businesses by 64% almost instantly. This leap forward stems from the model’s ability to harness Stripe’s vast transaction data, unlocking insights that were previously out of reach.
Will Gaybrick, Stripe’s president of product and business, told TechCrunch the model uses self-supervised learning, meaning it identifies patterns without being spoon-fed specific features. This generalized approach makes it agile, adapting quickly to evolving fraud tactics.
While Stripe isn’t alone in leveraging AI for fraud prevention, competitors like Sardine, which raised $70 million in February, are also in the game. Stripe’s scale and data advantage set it apart. The ability to process and learn from billions of transactions gives it an edge in staying ahead of sophisticated fraudsters.
Beyond AI, Stripe unveiled plans for stablecoin-backed, multicurrency cards in partnership with startups like Ramp, Squads, and Airtm. These cards aim to let businesses in different countries operate in a unified currency, a move that could simplify cross-border transactions.
The initiative builds on Stripe’s acquisition of stablecoin platform Bridge three months ago, signaling its growing bet on cryptocurrency as a pillar of future payments. This could be a boon for global businesses, reducing the friction of dealing with multiple currencies.
Another highlight was Orchestration, a new tool that lets businesses manage multiple payment providers from a single dashboard, even if they don’t use Stripe for processing. This flexibility underscores Stripe’s aim to be a one-stop shop for payment management. The company also spotlighted its billing product, used by AI heavyweights like OpenAI, Anthropic, and Perplexity.
In a notable win, Nvidia, already a Stripe Payments customer, migrated its entire subscriber base to Stripe Billing in just six weeks—a process that typically takes months. Vivek Sharma, Stripe’s head of revenue automation, called it the fastest migration in Stripe’s history, highlighting the company’s ability to handle complex transitions at scale.
Stripe didn summary rounded out the event with a slew of other updates. It added support for 25 new payment methods, including UPI and PIX, bringing its total to over 125. Klarna will join its Link consumer payments product this summer, enhancing checkout options. Stripe Terminal now works with third-party hardware like Verifone, broadening its in-person payment solutions.
Managed Payments, a new offering, handles global taxes, fraud, and disputes for businesses entering new markets. Smart Disputes uses AI to automate dispute resolution, while Stripe Tax expanded to 102 countries, up from 57, with full automation of the tax lifecycle. Global Payouts simplifies payments to customers and contractors using just an email address.
Stripe’s latest moves show it’s not resting on its laurels. By blending AI, stablecoin innovation, and strategic partnerships like the one with Nvidia, the company is positioning itself as a leader in the next wave of fintech. As businesses navigate an increasingly complex global economy, Stripe’s tools aim to make payments smoother, safer, and more accessible than ever.
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