Identity verification: the facts

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It’s becoming increasingly essential to check that users are who they say they are. The rise in cyber attacks, data breaches and online financial crime has pushed companies across multiple industries to adopt more reliable and advanced verification methods.

As a result, identity verification has become a crucial part of securing online transactions and interactions. It helps reduce identity theft, protect sensitive data and allows businesses to comply with regulations. 

We believe people and businesses should make up their own minds about whether they’d like to use our identity verification technology – based on the facts.

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