Facephi

Facephi

At Facephi, we deliver digital identity solutions that seamlessly integrate security, fraud prevention, and compliance within an intelligent ecosystem.

Facephi Profile

Facephi is a global leader in digital identity verification and fraud prevention, specializing in multi-layered biometric solutions. Headquartered in Spain and founded in 2012, the company provides a comprehensive “360-degree” platform designed to make digital interactions more secure, accessible, and ethical. Their technology is used across more than 25 countries, primarily by highly regulated industries like banking, fintech, healthcare, and travel.

The company’s core product suite includes Facephi Authentication and Facephi Digital Onboarding, which utilize advanced facial, voice, and behavioral biometrics. These tools allow organizations to verify users instantly and securely—often in under a second—using “passive liveness” checks that prevent identity theft and “deepfake” attacks without adding friction to the user experience. By replacing traditional passwords with human traits, Facephi helps companies streamline processes like opening bank accounts, checking into flights, or accessing medical records.

Beyond simple verification, Facephi focuses heavily on fraud prevention and compliance. Their platform includes sophisticated AI-driven modules for detecting unauthorized access (Account TakeOver), identifying “mule accounts,” and ensuring real-time AML (Anti-Money Laundering) and KYC (Know Your Customer) compliance. Their mission is to build “trust-based ecosystems” where personal data is managed ethically and securely, transforming identity verification from a regulatory hurdle into a seamless part of the digital journey.

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Latest Facephi News

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25 March 2026 | 12:25 pm

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Technical sovereignty vs ownership models: the future of Digital Identity

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23 March 2026 | 1:49 pm

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In this blog, Sabrina Gross, Global Account Director explores how digital identity is transforming fragmented travel checkpoints into one continuous, trusted journey. La entrada The...

18 March 2026 | 10:58 am

Financial Inclusion in Mexico (2026): Current Status and Digital Levers 

Financial inclusion in Mexico has become a public policy priority and a fertile ground for fintech innovation. The goal is to enable more people to...

17 March 2026 | 2:04 pm

National Payment System (NPS) of South Africa: opening to PSP licenses in 2026

South Africa is at a decisive moment in its payments system. The NPS, created by the National Payment System Act of 1998, is the infrastructure...

17 March 2026 | 11:43 am

The Compliance Traveller: Exploring the World Through Regulation Glasses

By Tatiana Rassokha, Compliance Officer, CAMS The first time I analyzed the regulation of a country I had never visited, I realized: compliance preparations are similar to...

13 March 2026 | 10:38 am

Maintaining AML/CFT Success: Technology Insights from South Africa’s FATF Journey

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11 March 2026 | 10:06 am