Stake AML Policy

Online gaming platforms are a well-known target for people attempting to move illegal funds or commit fraud. Stake has a dedicated compliance team that monitors transactions, verifies users, and reports suspicious activity to the authorities when necessary.
The platform is owned and operated by Medium Rare N.V., a company registered under the laws of Curacao in 2017. It is licensed by the Curacao Gaming Authority (license number OGL/2024/1451/0918) and currently serves users in more than 169 countries.
Stake is not classified as a financial institution under Curacao law. However, the platform is fully compliant with the 2016 Anti-Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing Regulations. Any use of Stake products for money laundering, terrorist financing, or sanctions violations is strictly prohibited.
The compliance team monitors updates from the Financial Action Task Force (FATF), the Curacao Gaming Control Board, and relevant gambling trade groups.

Stake employs world-class practices to protect against illegal activity. Key measures taken by the company include:

• Written internal policies and procedures designed to combat money laundering, terrorist financing, and sanctions violations;
• Appointment of a Chief Compliance Officer who oversees all compliance measures;
• Regular training of all relevant personnel;
• Independent audits and ongoing maintenance of internal controls.

The Chief Compliance Officer coordinates the anti-money laundering program, develops new initiatives, assesses regulatory requirements, and investigates suspicious activity.

KYC stands for “Know Your Customer.” Stake verifies your identity before allowing withdrawals or access to certain features. This protects both users and the platform from fraud.

Stake enforces strict controls to prevent access from prohibited jurisdictions:

• IP-based geo-blocking stops gaming services from being served in restricted countries;
• Users must certify they are not subject to US, EU, or other global sanctions or watch lists;
• Individuals from comprehensively sanctioned jurisdictions, including Iran, Cuba, North Korea, Syria, and the Crimean region of Ukraine, are blocked outright;
• Users are informed at onboarding that Stake does not operate in restricted territories.

Stake runs a transaction monitoring programme that combines manual review with automated systems. User history and activity patterns are analysed in real time to catch unusual behaviour. Red flags include the following:

• Large deposits followed by fast withdrawals with little or no actual gaming;
• Multiple accounts tied to the same person, device, or payment method;
• Deposits from sources that do not match the account holder;
• Sudden shifts in betting patterns or transaction sizes;
• Attempts to use another person’s identity or documents;
• Connections to sanctioned countries or individuals;
• Use of anonymity tools like mixers or tumblers;
• Funding attempts from exchange wallets in prohibited jurisdictions.

Every crypto deposit and withdrawal passes through Chainalysis and gets reviewed for fraud indicators. Accounts are suspended upon alerts of potential illicit activity. Stake can refuse to process withdrawals to high-risk addresses flagged by Chainalysis risk scoring.

Stake blocks and suspends users who meet any of the following criteria:

• Fail to provide requested identification;
• Submit fake or altered documents;
• Attempt to disguise their location;
• Reside in restricted or prohibited jurisdictions;
• Appear on US, EU, or other global sanctions or watch lists;
• Show signs of gambling addiction or mental health issues;
• Hold funds originating from restricted jurisdictions.

Stake also reserves the right to block any account at its own discretion.

Stake complies with national regulations on reporting unusual or suspicious transactions. If a user is found to be connected to money laundering, terrorist financing, or other criminal activity, the case is reported to the relevant regulatory authorities under the National Ordinance.
Users are not notified when an investigation is in progress. Tipping someone off could compromise law enforcement efforts, so certain details remain confidential.

Stake partners with established third-party providers for identity verification, blockchain forensics (including Chainalysis), and sanctions screening.
The performance of these providers is assessed periodically to confirm they meet contractual obligations. If gaps are found, Stake takes remedial action or brings in additional services.

All employees go through regular training on anti-money laundering, counter-terrorist financing, and trade sanctions compliance. The Chief Compliance Officer oversees these sessions with support from legal counsel. Content is updated to reflect the latest regulatory developments and tailored to specific staff roles.

By using Stake, you agree to the following:

• All information you provide is accurate and current;
• Your deposited funds come from legal sources and belong to you;
• You will not use the platform for money laundering, fraud, or any other illegal purpose;
• You will cooperate with verification requests and submit documents when asked;
• You will not open multiple accounts or allow others to use yours;
• You will not try to bypass geo-blocking or jurisdiction restrictions;
• You will not use anonymity-enhancing technologies on the site.

Violating these rules can lead to account closure, forfeiture of funds, and reports to the authorities.

For compliance questions or to report suspicious activity, reach out to Stake support at [email protected]. The team is available 24/7 through live chat or email.