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Seon

Can a digital-footprint fraud engine become the full-stack compliance OS (fraud + KYC + AML + payment screening) for risk-sensitive online businesses?

HQBudapest, Hungary (EU)
Latest roundSeries B, April 2022
Valuation$406M pre-money (Series B, 2022)
IndustryInfrastructure / KYC
The story

SEON launched as a digital-footprint-based fraud prevention tool, helping online businesses score user risk using email, phone, IP, and device signals. Over time the platform expanded from pure fraud scoring into broader compliance infrastructure including KYC/identity verification, AML screening, and payment screening. The company now positions itself as an end-to-end fraud and AML compliance stack for fintechs, iGaming, e-commerce, and financial services — competing directly with the KYC/fraud orchestration layer of the embedded finance stack.

Last 12 months
2026-03
2026-01
Product timeline
2017
SEON founded as a fraud prevention SaaS platform leveraging digital footprint and device intelligence signals.· pivot
2022
Raised Series B at $406M pre-money valuation led by IVP, accelerating product expansion.· banking
2024
Launched IDV (Identity Verification) and AML Screening services, expanding from fraud detection into compliance tooling.· pivot
2026
Launched Payment Screening Software for real-time sanctions and AML compliance on payment flows.· pivot
The stack
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