Customer Case Study: Xion Global

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Customer Case Study: Xion Global

zkMe is the web3 zero-knowledge (ZK) identity layer. zkMe builds Identity Oracles that leverage the power of zero-knowledge-proofs to enable secure, self-sovereign and private credential verifications. In this Customer Case Study series, we’ll explore how leading web3 teams use zkMe to elevate their security and regulatory compliance while simultaneously protecting their users identity.

INTRODUCTION

Xion Global, a leading multi-chain Web3 crypto payments gateway, is dedicated to delivering premier decentralized payment solutions worldwide. However, as they started scaling, they encountered significant challenges due to complex regulations and the necessity for secure, controlled transactions. To facilitate their global expansion, Xion Global required a scalable and sustainable solution that ensures regulatory compliance.

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

zkMe provided Xion Global with a scalable and efficient compliance solution that integrates seamlessly with their existing infrastructure. By leveraging zkMe's zero-knowledge proof (zkKYC) and Know Your Transaction (KYT) solutions, Xion Global ensures they are KYC and AML compliant in addition to safeguarding their platform without compromising the speed and security of their payment processes.

HOW XION GLOBAL USES ZKME

Xion Global is a leading Web3 payments infrastructure provider offering API-driven, white-label solutions for crypto payments with instantaneous stable coin settlements, serving over 842,298 merchants across Africa.

Xion Global leverages zkMe's zero-knowledge KYC solution to enhance security, privacy, and compliance, and uses zkMe's KYT API for continuous compliance checks on wallet addresses, ensuring all transactions meet regulatory standards. These integrations allow them to offer secure, compliant payment solutions and expand their market reach.

"A partnership with zkMe was a natural fit for us," said Aeryn Quarmby, COO of Xion Global. "Their versatile, affordable KYT API with multichain support allows us to maintain compliance without sacrificing user experience. We chose zkMe because we can perform continuous checks for multiple payments from the same client's wallet address without incurring high rates. The fees they charge are minimal, and we haven't found anyone offering better rates. As we expand, focusing on multi-chain payments and instantaneous stable coin settlements, zkMe's pricing remains unmatched. Their interoperability and ability to perform continuous checks on the same wallet without extra charges have been instrumental in our growth and success."

PROBLEMS XION GLOBAL FACED BEFORE USING ZKME

Xion Global operated in a highly regulated environment and needed to ensure compliance with various regulations, particularly when dealing with non-custodial payment solutions. They required an on-chain KYC procedure that was scalable with multi-chain support to accommodate their business expansion, all while prioritizing user privacy. Managing the complexities of identity verification in a decentralized environment was crucial for Xion Global to uphold trust and confidence among its clients and customers.

As Xion Global expanded within the Web3 payment sector, there was an increased emphasis on maintaining KYT compliance to prevent illicit funds from entering their ecosystem. Effectively managing large-scale transaction monitoring in a cost-efficient manner was essential for safeguarding their business and maintaining the integrity of their payment infrastructure.

"As a Web3 payment provider, one of our biggest challenges was ensuring regulatory compliance. We needed a versatile solution that could support our scaling needs, save our operational and technical efforts, offer us security, and comply with regulations - which was missing before we partnered with zkMe," stated Aeryn Quarmby, COO of Xion Global.

HOW ZKME HELPED XION GLOBAL

ZKMe's zkKYC solution significantly aids Xion Global in maintaining compliance within the highly regulated Web3 payment sector. By leveraging zero-knowledge proofs, zkKYC enables Xion Global to verify user identities without exposing sensitive personal information, thereby enhancing user privacy while meeting regulatory requirements. This innovative approach ensures that Xion Global can implement scalable, on-chain KYC procedures that support multi-chain environments, crucial for their expanding business operations.  

Additionally, ZKMe helps Xion Global maintain KYT compliance by providing robust transaction monitoring capabilities. The solution enables Xion Global to effectively prevent illicit funds from entering their ecosystem by verifying the legitimacy of transactions without compromising on efficiency. This allows Xion Global to manage large-scale transaction monitoring in a financially sustainable manner, which is essential for safeguarding their business and maintaining the integrity of their payment infrastructure. Thus, Xion Global can ensure a secure and compliant environment, bolstering trust and confidence among their partners and customers.

Aeryn Quarmby commented, "Integrating zkMe's KYT API has been a game-changer for us. It has allowed us to maintain regulatory compliance effortlessly while offering a superior user experience. Our clients can now enjoy the benefits of one-click crypto payments without worrying about compliance issues. This has significantly improved our service offerings and market reach. Finally, the onboarding process with zkMe was smooth, with thorough documentation and excellent support.”

KEY RESOURCES

About zkMe

zkMe builds zero-knowlege (zk) Identity Oracles for truly decentralized & anonymous cross-chain credential verifications.

No personal information is ever processed by anyone but the user themselves. Data leaks & misuse by the service provider are impossible; full interoperability & reusability result in a superior ID solution. zkMe’s is the only FATF compliant KYC provider to be fully decentralized, offering a full suite of products from anti-bit/anti-sybil, to KYC and more.

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