Stripe has introduced Managed Payments, where they become the merchant of record for digital products and subscriptions.This shift means Stripe handles legalities like tax collection, fraud prevention, disputes, and customer support.Managed Payments relieves businesses of the responsibilities associated with being a merchant of record.It is designed for SaaS products, digital software, and digital downloads on subscriptions.Stripe simplifies tax compliance, deals with chargebacks, and manages customer support for businesses.The integration currently supports Stripe Checkout and subscription-based digital products in specific countries.For more flexibility or specific needs, businesses may consider alternative solutions like Lemon Squeezy or Stripe Connect.Managed Payments is recommended for businesses struggling with tax rules, support responses, chargebacks, and legal compliance.Early-stage SaaS founders and small teams can benefit from Managed Payments by focusing on product development instead of administrative tasks.Interested businesses can sign up for early access to explore Managed Payments and its potential benefits.