Forget the singularity hype—Stripe’s acquisition of Open Router is pure, cold-blooded engineering. This isn't about sci-fi moonshots; it’s about mastering AI orchestration.

By controlling request routing, cost management, and system reliability, Stripe is building the plumbing for enterprise-grade AI. They aren't chasing intelligence; they are securing the infrastructure that makes AI predictable, scalable, and ready for the global economy.

By controlling request routing, cost management, and system reliability, Stripe is building the plumbing for enterprise-grade AI. They aren't chasing intelligence; they are securing the infrastructure that makes AI predictable, scalable, and ready for the global economy.