AI-Powered Fraud Prevention
Riskified and Outpayce from Amadeus have formed a strategic partnership to revolutionise payment security for airlines worldwide. Announced on 7 April 2026, this collaboration aims to integrate Riskified’s AI-driven fraud prevention suite into Outpayce’s trusted travel payment platform.
Vasken Tokatlian, VP Partnerships at Outpayce from Amadeus, emphasised that this partnership marks a substantial advancement in combating airline fraud. “By integrating Riskified’s technology, we are providing airlines with new tools to mitigate fraud losses and enhance operational efficiency,” he explained.
The new partnership will equip airlines with a chargeback guarantee and improved fraud detection through advanced AI technologies. This integration promises to offer revenue predictability by ensuring defined approval rates while significantly reducing fraud-related costs.
Benefits for Airlines
Integrating Riskified into Outpayce’s ecosystem allows airlines to leverage AI decision-making technologies, significantly reducing fraud costs and increasing approval rates. In 2026, a leading Asia-Pacific airline will be the first to implement this integration, setting a precedent for others.
Riskified’s solutions reduce fraud losses and operational challenges, offering airlines a secure and efficient payment process. The travel industry currently faces a 14% increase in fraud risk, making this collaboration a timely solution for protecting transactions.
Max Meister Admoni, Global Head of Partnerships at Riskified, expressed that partnering with Outpayce provides airlines the confidence to expand their business. “Every transaction is protected from fraud, allowing airlines to grow securely,” he stated.
This collaboration is tailored for airlines executing growth strategies and operating in high-risk areas. Riskified’s technology enables these carriers to reduce fraud losses, streamline operations, and confidently explore new markets. The partnership also enhances customer experiences by optimizing payment processes and reducing costs.
Outpayce, known for its innovation and flexibility, delivers seamless integration within the Amadeus ecosystem. This partnership ensures that airlines benefit from the highest accuracy in fraud detection. It delivers an intelligent, adaptive checkout flow that maximises approval rates and minimises fraudulent transactions, supporting the global airline industry’s evolving payment landscape.
The landscape of airline payments is evolving, and Riskified’s integration is a major milestone. By 2026, the new system is expected to be a game-changer for airlines worldwide, providing a secure framework for transaction management.
