Kibu Raises $10.5 Million to Expand Its Human Verification Network

Kibu, a platform designed to verify human identity in digital interactions, announced in a press release that it has raised $10.5 million in seed funding. The round was co-led by Cubit Capital and Construct Capital with participation from Slow Ventures, Helena, and several angel investors, bringing Kibu's total funding to $14 million.

Kibu provides an app-based platform that verifies users through a one-time process linking identity to biometric-protected devices using liveness testing and cryptographic proof. Once verified, users can create secure connections with others in their network, ensuring that only confirmed contacts can interact or share information.

The company’s system is used in sectors such as financial services, security consulting, family offices, and government agencies. Kibu plans to use the new funding to expand adoption and develop infrastructure that integrates its verification capabilities into other tools and workflows.

Kibu’s approach centers on establishing trust before communication occurs, addressing challenges posed by impersonation and AI-generated deception. By anchoring identity in verified human relationships, the platform aims to provide a secure environment for sensitive communication and decision-making.