kapynFunding & M&A

Stripe acquires OpenRouter for over $8 billion in major AI bet, boosting token optimization for businesses

Stripe acquires OpenRouter for over $8 billion to boost AI token efficiency. OpenRouter processes more than 10 trillion tokens daily, routing developers to cost-effective AI models. The deal signals major consolidation as payments infrastructure intersects with AI optimization.

ET CIO·Aug 20, 2026

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