AML/KYC Policy

Effective Date: August 19, 2025

Evolve Foundation (“Evolve,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to preventing money laundering, terrorist financing, fraud, and other illicit activities on our platform. This Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Know Your Customer (KYC) Policy outlines the procedures and controls we implement to comply with applicable laws and regulations in all jurisdictions where we operate.

1. Purpose

This policy is designed to:

• Detect and deter money laundering, terrorist financing, and other criminal activities.
• Verify the identity of our users and ensure lawful participation in the Evolve Blockchain ecosystem.
• Comply with relevant local and international AML/KYC regulations.

2. Scope

This policy applies to all users (“Users”) of the Evolve Foundation website, applications, and services, including but not limited to wallet creation, EVO coin transactions, and gold reserve redemption.

3. User Identification and Verification (KYC)

Evolve Foundation requires users to complete KYC procedures before accessing certain features, such as:

• Purchasing EVO coins during pre-sale or public sale.
• Redeeming physical gold from the reserve.

KYC Procedures include:

• Collection of personal information (name, date of birth, address, nationality, etc.).
• Verification of identity documents (government-issued photo ID, passport, or similar).
• Selfie or biometric verification, if required.
• Proof of address (utility bill, bank statement, or similar).
• Screening against global sanctions and watchlists.

All information is securely stored and processed in accordance with our Privacy Policy.

4. Ongoing Monitoring

We conduct ongoing monitoring of user activity to detect and report suspicious transactions or behaviors, including:

• Unusual transaction patterns or large value transfers.
• Attempts to circumvent KYC/AML requirements.
• Transactions involving high-risk countries or sanctioned individuals/entities.

Evolve Foundation may request additional information or documentation from users at any time as part of ongoing monitoring.

5. Reporting

Evolve Foundation will report suspicious activities to relevant authorities as required by law and will cooperate fully with law enforcement and regulatory agencies.

6. Recordkeeping

We maintain records of user identification, transaction history, and AML/KYC compliance activities for at least the minimum period required by applicable laws and regulations.

7. Data Protection

All personal and sensitive information collected for AML/KYC purposes is handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy and applicable data protection laws. We implement robust security measures to protect user data from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse.

8. User Obligations

By using the Evolve Foundation platform, users agree to:

• Provide accurate, current, and complete information during the KYC process.
• Promptly update information if there are changes.
• Cooperate with any additional verification or monitoring requests.
• Not use the platform for any unlawful, fraudulent, or prohibited activities.

Failure to comply with these obligations may result in suspension or termination of access to Evolve Foundation services.

9. Policy Updates

Evolve Foundation may update this AML/KYC Policy from time to time to reflect changes in laws, regulations, or our business practices. Updates will be posted on our website, and the “Effective Date” will be updated accordingly.

10. Contact Us

For questions about this AML/KYC Policy or our compliance procedures, please contact us at [official Evolve Foundation contact email or web form].

By using the Evolve Foundation platform, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to this AML/KYC Policy.