Tech&Science · Important news for 17 August 2026
Stripe acquires AI firm OpenRouter in deal exceeding $7 billion
Payment and fintech giant Stripe has acquired AI gateway startup OpenRouter in a deal valued at over $7 billion, following OpenRouter's recent valuation jump and previous funding rounds.
- Stripe acquires OpenRouter for over $7 billion.
- Stripe is pursuing the acquisition of OpenRouter.
- The valuation for the deal is reported to be over $7 billion.
- Stripe agreed to buy OpenRouter for over $7 billion.
- OpenRouter previously raised funds at a $1.3 billion valuation months prior.
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