KYC-Chain

KYC-Chain is a global RegTech provider of KYC/AML compliance software, empowering businesses to streamline identity verification, automate AML screening, and meet regulatory requirements worldwide. Founded in 2014 and registered in Hong Kong, the company serves the cryptocurrency, blockchain, and broader financial services industry with a comprehensive suite of compliance solutions.

Core Products/Services

KYC-Chain offers an all-in-one compliance platform that combines:

• KYC Workflow Software - End-to-end workflow automation for verifying individuals and corporations, with customizable templates and API integration
• ID Verification - Document scanning with OCR, liveness detection, biometric face matching, and support for 4,000+ document types from 240+ countries
• AML Sanctions Screening - Real-time screening against sanctions, PEP, and adverse media databases with continuous monitoring
• Crypto Wallet Screening - Blockchain analytics and transaction monitoring for Bitcoin, Ethereum, and 270+ risk indicators
• Corporate KYB - Know Your Business verification with company registry checks, beneficial owner identification, and multi-layer org charts
• KYB Concierge Service - Hands-on white-glove service for complex corporate verification cases

Key Strengths

KYC-Chain's competitive advantages include:

• Crypto-Native Focus - Built specifically for blockchain-enabled financial services, with deep integration for crypto exchanges, DeFi platforms, NFT marketplaces, and token sales
• Global Coverage - Supports 90+ countries and territories with local language support and regulatory expertise
• Flexible Integration - Available via API, iFrame embed, or standalone white-labeled portal
• Data Sovereignty - Customers maintain full control of customer data via their own secure cloud storage
• Proven Track Record - Partnership with Standard Chartered and serving major crypto exchanges like AscendEX

Notable Clients/Projects

KYC-Chain has established itself as a trusted compliance partner for:

• Standard Chartered Bank - Implemented blockchain-based identity verification to improve client onboarding (endorsed by CIO Michael Gorriz)
• AscendEX - Crypto exchange using KYC-Chain for regulatory compliance
• ForgottenChain - Gaming platform leveraging KYC-Chain for token sale compliance
• NunuSpirits - Play-to-earn gaming platform for secure user onboarding

Why Choose KYC-Chain

Organizations choose KYC-Chain for:

• Speed - Sub-second data check response time for instant verification
• Compliance Certainty - 50+ years of combined regulatory expertise ensuring adherence to global and local regulations (MiCA, FATF Travel Rule, AML/CTF)
• Cost Reduction - Automation reduces operational costs by streamlining compliance workflows and eliminating manual processing
• Scalability - Platform handles hundreds of thousands of compliance checks per day
• Regulatory Adaptation - Continuous updates to meet evolving global regulations including EU MiCA (2025), AMLD6, and jurisdiction-specific requirements