Acquisitions and Divestitures - Summary of Assets and Liabilities of Tranzact classified as Held for Sale (Details) $ in Millions	Sep. 30, 2024 USD ($)
Discontinued Operations and Disposal Groups [Abstract]
Accounts receivable, net	$ 190
Fixed Assets, net	21
Goodwill	311
Other intangible assets, net	501
Right-of-use assets	14
Other Assets	970
Adjustment to fair value	(918)
Total assets held for sale	1,089
Deferred revenue and accrued expenses	76
Deferred tax liabilities	381
Lease liabilities	17
Other Liabilities	1
Total liabilities held for sale	$ 475

Amount classified as assets attributable to disposal group held for sale or disposed of.

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