Visa has introduced six new AI-powered tools to improve the handling of credit card charge disputes, which have increased by 35% since 2019 to over 103 million cases globally in 2025. These tools aim to reduce costs and frustration for merchants, issuers, and acquirers by automating and enhancing dispute management, including providing detailed transaction insights and predictive case analysis. The rollout is part of a broader trend among financial institutions adopting AI to improve efficiency and customer experience. Most tools are expected to be available later this year, promising smoother and more proactive dispute resolution for all parties involved.
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