Peter Sever is the co‑founder and Chief Strategy Officer of Sumsub, an identity‑verification and AML‑screening platform headquartered in London. The company serves the iGaming, crypto, and fintech sectors, helping businesses onboard users quickly while meeting regulatory obligations.
Sever originally trained as a theoretical physicist and later held C‑suite roles at top IT companies before co‑founding Sumsub in 2015. In his current role, he aligns the product roadmap with market demand and oversees the planning of new features and functionality to ensure stable growth.
Today Sever is a recognised voice in the verification industry, regularly commenting on the shift from speed‑focused onboarding to accuracy‑driven compliance. He has been a prominent advocate for using AI to combat fraud in iGaming and crypto, highlighting the need for adaptive security measures as digital threats evolve.
Career History
| Company | Role | Dates |
|---|---|---|
| Sumsub | Co-founder & Chief Strategy Officer | – present |