GBG (GB Group Plc) is a global expert in identity verification, location intelligence, and fraud prevention, providing technology and data solutions to enable compliant onboarding, player protection, and fraud risk reduction for gambling and other industries.
Identity verification equipment manufacturers - including ID scanners, document readers, facial recognition systems, biometric verification devices; Player tracking hardware manufacturers - player identification solutions integrated with identity verification technology.
https://www.gbg.com
Established 21 August 1989 originally as GB Mailing Systems; renamed GB Group Plc in February 2002.
Founded as GB Mailing Systems, acquired by Phonelink founded by Trevor Burke; currently publicly listed on the London Stock Exchange AIM with broad international ownership.
United Kingdom
Began as a provider of postcode and address information services; evolved into global identity verification and data intelligence solutions with multiple acquisitions expanding capabilities in biometric authentication and identity verification technology.
Facilities and operations across 20 countries including UK, USA (Silicon Valley base after Loqate acquisition), Australia, Czech Republic, Singapore.
UK Gambling Commission (through compliance with operator requirements); data protection compliance per GDPR standards.
United Kingdom, USA, Australia, European markets.
Solutions align with regulatory requirements for identity verification and AML/KYC compliance in gaming jurisdictions including UKGC regulations.
Has contracts with major operators such as 32Red, Betfair, and other gaming companies for identity verification and player protection services.
Recognized leader in identity verification and fraud prevention with extensive global data partnerships; experienced scrutiny over data security but maintains significant market share.
Fast, accurate identity verification with over 99% ID document capture success rate, seamless integration with third-party management systems, comprehensive fraud detection including counterfeit and forgery checks.
Hardware scanners and solutions designed for quick and convenient use, minimizing player queue times and ensuring compliance.
Complies with UK Gambling Commission AML/KYC rules and player protection regulatory requirements.
Hardware scanners supporting rapid capture of identity documents including passports, ID cards, visas, driving licenses, and utility bills; capable of counterfeit, forgery, and fantasy fraud detection.
Facial recognition systems integrated with document authentication to ensure identity verification and fraud risk mitigation.
Advanced document verification including cross-checking documents against global databases and detecting document tampering.
Facial recognition software to validate identities in conjunction with document scans.
Document readers supporting multiple international passport and ID standards.
Real-time accurate age verification ensuring compliance with legal gambling age requirements.
Integration with over 200 global data partners for identity validation and fraud prevention; third-party management software integration supported.
Identity and age verification processing within seconds, enabling rapid entry and registration compliance.
Comprehensive counterfeit detection with advanced document image analysis and fraud risk scoring.
Data security and transmission compliant with GDPR and industry best practices for encryption.
Full audit trails for compliance, identity verification, and transaction logging integrated with client systems.
