Alibaba.com has partnered with Slope, the AI-powered credit and risk infrastructure provider, to introduce “Pay Later for Business” — an embedded financing solution that gives U.S. business buyers flexible payment options directly at checkout. The integration allows qualified business buyers to apply for extended payment terms seamlessly, without leaving the purchasing flow. Powered by Slope’s advanced AI underwriting system, the solution evaluates business buyers in real time using live transaction and financial data. This enables rapid credit decisions, making capital more accessible to a wide range of businesses while helping them manage cash flow more effectively. “Alibaba.com continuously pushes boundaries to deliver exceptional value to our users,” said Issac Chen, Senior Director of Global Commerce Solutions and Services at Alibaba.com. “Through our partnership with Slope, we’re offering flexible and intelligent financing options that empower business buyers to grow with greater confidence and a smoother purchasing experience.” Lawrence Lin Murata, CEO and Co-founder of Slope, emphasized the importance of integrating financial tools into existing workflows. “Today’s buyers expect financial solutions that fit naturally into their operations,” he said. “Our collaboration with Alibaba.com shows how intelligent credit infrastructure can drive business growth and improve cash flow management exactly where buyers are already engaged.” This partnership marks a key milestone in Slope’s expansion across global e-commerce platforms. It is the first of several major announcements expected later this year as Slope continues to scale its infrastructure to support embedded financial services for digital marketplaces worldwide. Slope is redefining credit and risk infrastructure by enabling platforms to embed financial capabilities directly into user experiences. Its real-time underwriting technology allows for instant, data-driven capital deployment, transforming how digital platforms serve businesses of all sizes. About Slope Slope is building a new category of credit and risk infrastructure that empowers platforms to offer seamless financial services within their ecosystems. Its AI-driven system enables instant, intelligent credit decisions, making financial tools more accessible and efficient. Learn more at slopepay.com. Disclosure: Slope is a financial technology company, not a bank. The Pay Later for Business program on Alibaba.com is powered by Slope’s real-time AI underwriting technology and Balance, another fintech provider. Credit products are originated by Lead Bank, Member FDIC.