Stripe chooses GBGroup's identity verification service in the UK.

LONDON, 7th January, 2014 - GBGroup plc, the specialist in identity intelligence solutions, announced today that it is providing Global Risk Management solutions and identity verification services for Stripe in the UK.

Stripe processes billions of dollars a year for some of the most successful companies and marketplaces on the Internet, making it easier than ever to accept payments and manage an online business. GBGroup software helps Stripe provide end-to-end compliance and risk protections for its users.

Glenn Porter, General Manager EIDV Global at GBGroup, commented:

"It is essential for organisations to be able to trade internationally whilst protecting themselves and their consumers. We're helping Stripe to handle diverse personal information formats and manage risk more effectively. For Stripe's users, this means enhanced protection against fraud so they can focus on growing their businesses online."

About GBGroup (GBG)

The most profitable and successful organisations recognise the value of understanding the individual identity of their customers and employees. GBG combines this concept of identity with technology to create an environment of trust, so that organisations can employ people and connect, communicate and transact with consumers, safely and responsibly. This is what they term Identity Intelligence.

GBG's Identity Intelligence solutions include:

Register & Verify - International software and services for quick and accurate customer registration; and the verification of identities of individuals & businesses remotely.

Cleanse & Engage - Innovative software and services which provide accurate and up-to-date identity information to deliver improved intelligent customer contact strategies.

Employ & Comply - Thorough background checks through online verification and authentication of individuals enabling organisations to safeguard, recruit and engage with confidence.

Trace & Investigate - Leading software and services which provide the most accurate and up-to-date picture of the UK's population, properties and businesses to quickly locate, investigate and contact the right individual, first time.

For further information, please contact us:

Telephone: +44 (1244) 657 333
E-mail: mail_marketing@gbgplc.com

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