Berbix (now part of Socure)

Berbix is a pioneering startup that specializes in simplifying the process of verifying photo IDs online with its slogan "Berbix makes it easy to verify photo IDs online." The company's instant ID checks offer platforms reliable methods to verify age, combat chargebacks, enhance KYC, and discourage marketplace fraud. Founded in 2018 by former product and engineering leaders for Trust & Safety at Airbnb, the company has gained notable traction and has received substantial backing from industry-leading investors including Fika Ventures, Y Combinator, Initialized Capital, Mayfield, AirAngels, and Dan Rumennik. Their most recent accomplishment includes securing a noteworthy $9.00M Series A investment on 27 August 2020. With its headquarters in the United States, Berbix stands at the pivotal intersection of identity and fraud, offering industry-specific solutions that enable customers to customize and control their anti-fraud efforts through scalable hosted tools within the Internet and SaaS sectors.