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Meshtastic
Open-source, decentralized mesh networking using inexpensive LoRa hardware devices. Enables long-range, off-grid encrypted text communication without cell service or internet.
Zero KYC
System76
A custodial or semi-custodial financial service.
KYC: lightTrust 27/100US
Trust
CAUTION
JURISDICTIONUS
STATE ACTORUS jurisdiction (Five Eyes). Company stores data on AWS (Amazon Web Services) — a major US government cloud contractor (AWS GovCloud, CIA contract). No specific intelligence connections found — structural Five Eyes risk inherent to any US hardware company. Pop!_OS is open source with no telemetry.
AUDITED BYNone on record
TRUST SCORE
27
LAST UPDATED3/13/2026
Specs
KYC LEVELlight
KYC TRIGGERSExpect unexpected KYC triggers for withdrawals above arbitrary risk thresholds.
FEEHardware prices vary
NETWORKSHardware
CATEGORIESHardware
BEST FORGeneral usage
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REGIONS2 countries — United States, Global
About
Linux hardware manufacturer. Disables Intel Management Engine (ME) by default on supported models and develops System76 Open Firmware (Coreboot).
Follow the Money
System76 Inc — Denver, Colorado (US) ────────────────────────────────────── CEO: Carl Richell · Founded: 2005 Funding: bootstrapped from $1,500 Revenue: Linux laptop/desktop sales ├─ Uses AWS (US gov cloud contractor) ├─ Five Eyes (US) jurisdiction └─ Open source Pop!_OS, Coreboot
Frequently Asked Questions
Does System76 require KYC or identity verification?
System76 has a KYC level of "light". Expect unexpected KYC triggers for withdrawals above arbitrary risk thresholds.
What payment methods does System76 accept?
System76 accepts the following payment methods: Hardware.
Is System76 available in my country?
System76 is available in: US, GLOBAL.
Is System76 based in a Five Eyes country?
Yes. System76 is based in US, which is a Five Eyes member country (US, UK, CA, AU, NZ). Authorities in Five Eyes countries can compel providers to hand over data and issue gag orders preventing disclosure.
Is System76 safe to use for privacy?
Use System76 with caution. This service has known concerns that may affect privacy.
Which payment networks does System76 support?
Accepted networks: Hardware.
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