k-ID (company)

k-ID
Company typePrivate
IndustrySaaS
GenreAge-assurance middleware
Founded2022 (2022)
HeadquartersSingapore
Area served
Worldwide
ProductsGlobal Compliance Engine, Compliance Database, k-ID Family Portal
Services
  • Online child-safety
  • Compliance technology
  • Regtech
Websitek-id.com

k-ID is a Singapore-based software company that develops tools to help game developers comply with international child safety and privacy laws.[1] Its platform provides age-assurance technology and customizable compliance tools that automatically adjust user experiences based on regional regulations.[2]

History

k-ID Pte Ltd was incorporated in Singapore in February 2022. It was founded by privacy lawyer Kieran Donovan, along with Timothy Ma, Jeff Wu, and Julian Corbett.[3] The company launched publicly during the 2024 Game Developers Conference.[4]

In March 2024, k-ID announced a seed funding round of $5.4 million.[4] In June 2024, it secured a $45 million Series A investment led by Andreessen Horowitz and Lightspeed Venture Partners, bringing its total funding to over $50 million.[5]

k-ID partnered with Rocket Science Group in August 2024 to integrate K-ID during co-development cycles.[6]

Platform and technology

k-ID sells a developer toolkit that includes APIs and SDKs used to assess user age and apply age-appropriate platform settings.[7] These tools manage functions such as communication restrictions, data handling, spending limits, and privacy controls. The system adapts to the laws of over 200 jurisdictions, including COPPA (U.S.), GDPR-K (EU), and similar child protection regulations in other countries.[8]

Reception

k-ID’s platform has been covered by multiple technology and gaming publications. TechCrunch praised the platform for its use in complying with complex global regulations.[2] VentureBeat and GeekWire commented on its ability to reduce compliance burdens.[7][9] Forbes emphasized the importance of k-ID’s platform in the context of governments implementing stricter digital protections for children.[10]

References

  1. ^ "S'pore start-up k-ID secures $61m to expand tech that protects young gamers from online harms". The Straits Times. 2024-06-25. Retrieved 2025-07-10.
  2. ^ a b Perez, Sarah (2024-03-06). "k-ID launches a solution that helps game developers comply with ever-changing child-safety regulations". TechCrunch. Retrieved 2025-07-10.
  3. ^ Chow, Yoyo. "Recently Funded: Kieran Donovan on why finding like-minded investors makes all the difference". Tatler Asia. Retrieved 2025-07-10.
  4. ^ a b Fragen, Jordan (2024-03-06). "k-ID launches global kids-compliance platform off $5.4M raised". VentureBeat. Retrieved 2025-07-10.
  5. ^ Park, Kate (2024-06-25). "k-ID wins $45M to help game devs speed-run the child-safety compliance puzzle". TechCrunch. Retrieved 2025-07-10.
  6. ^ Fragen, Jordan (20 August 2024). "k-ID partners with codeveloper Rocket Science Group". VentureBeat. Retrieved 21 May 2025.
  7. ^ a b Takahashi, Dean (2024-06-25). "k-ID raises $45M to make online games safer and more private for all". VentureBeat. Retrieved 2025-07-10.
  8. ^ Dominguez, Diana (2025-03-06). "k-ID helps game developers comply with age regulations". Singapore Business Review. Retrieved 2025-07-10.
  9. ^ Wilde, Thomas (2024-06-25). "Digital youth safety startup k-ID raises $45M to help developers comply with age regulations". GeekWire. Retrieved 2025-07-10.
  10. ^ Gardner, Matt (2024-06-25). "k-ID Raises $45 Million In Quest For Child Safety In Gaming". Forbes. Retrieved 2025-07-10.
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