Identity verification firm IDfy names PHL country head

DIGITAL IDENTITY verification solutions provider IDfy has named its Philippine country head as it continues to expand across Southeast Asia.

The company has appointed Raghuraman “Raghu” Chandrashekhar as country head for the Philippines, it said in a statement. His role will involve deepening partnerships across banks, fintech firms, and digital platforms and delivering localized solutions in identity verification, risk intelligence, secure onboarding, and fraud prevention.

It said the appointment reflects IDfy’s intent to further invest in the Philippine market. It added that it wants to partner with institutions driving the growth of digital financial services in the country while prioritizing secure, compliant, and trusted customer experiences.

“The Philippine financial ecosystem is entering a powerful new phase. We are witnessing a fundamental shift toward secure, seamless, and compliant digital interactions. The opportunity to build trust at scale has never been greater. IDfy is building this critical layer of digital trust, and I’m thrilled to help shape that journey here in the Philippines,” Mr. Chandrashekhar said.

“The Philippines’ relentless digitization presents a remarkable opportunity, and we are thrilled to deepen our commitment to fostering trust in this dynamic economy. With Raghu at the helm, we will champion this mission by delivering products tailored for the Philippines, served with the care and attention the nation is celebrated for,” said Wriju Ray, global chief business officer at IDfy. — BVR