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PlaySafe ID raises $1.12M to bring trust and fairness to gaming communities
- PlaySafe ID, a platform aiming to bring trust and fairness to gaming communities by keeping cheaters and predators out, secured $1.12 million in pre-seed funding.
- The funding round was led by Early Game Ventures, with participation from Hartmann Capital and Overwolf, to support rapid expansion and strategic platform integrations.
- PlaySafe ID issues verified, anonymous digital IDs that affirm users are real and have not engaged in cheating or inappropriate behavior in games, addressing key issues in online gaming.
- The platform enables developers and communities to enforce fair play across games without compromising player anonymity or creative freedom.
- PlaySafe ID is in talks with major gaming platforms for integration and plans to launch partnerships later this year to revolutionize gaming safety.
- The founder, Andrew Wailes, drew inspiration from his love for gaming and the need to combat cheating and child grooming issues in online gaming environments.
- PlaySafe ID operates by users claiming a single, verified PlaySafe ID powered by Onfido, with strict verification processes while ensuring user privacy.
- Developers notify PlaySafe ID of violations, prompting penalties like bans for cheating, botting, or inappropriate behavior, ensuring fair play across games.
- To protect user accounts, PlaySafe ID implements security features like temporary suspensions for suspicious activities, handled by Onfido.
- The platform aims to establish a trust layer for gaming and beyond, setting the foundation for a more secure and fair gaming environment globally.
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