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Akuna Capital Privacy Policy

At Akuna Capital LLC and its affiliated entities ("Akuna," "we," "us," or "our"), we are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard personal information through our websites, virtual reality recruiting tools, and other online platforms that link to or reference this Policy.

This Policy applies to all individuals whose personal information we handle, regardless of location, and is intended to comply with applicable data privacy laws including but not limited to:

  • The California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)
  • The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
  • The UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018
  • The Australian Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and Singapore’s Personal Data Protection Act 2012 (PDPA)

By using our website or engaging with our recruiting platforms, you consent to the collection and use of your information as described in this Policy. If you do not agree with any part of this Policy, please do not use our services.

What We Collect

We may collect personal information such as:

  • Contact details (e.g., name, email, phone number)
  • Demographic data (e.g., age, gender, university affiliation)
  • Application and employment information (e.g., resumes, simulation results, job preferences)
  • Online activity (e.g., cookies, IP address, analytics data)
  • Sensitive information (as defined by applicable law)

How We Use Your Data

We collect your data for the following purposes:

  • To evaluate and process job or internship applications
  • To communicate with you about opportunities and recruiting events
  • To manage your contractor relationship (if applicable)
  • To analyze and improve website functionality and user experience
  • To meet legal, regulatory, or security obligations

We do not sell your personal information. We may share it with trusted affiliates, service providers, or regulators as required or allowed by law and only with appropriate safeguards in place.

Data Security and Retention

We use secure technologies and access controls to protect your information. Data is retained only as long as necessary to fulfill our recruiting, business, or legal obligations. When no longer needed, data is deleted or anonymized. However, please note that no data security measure can guarantee complete security.

Cookies & Similar Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience, analyze usage, and tailor content delivery on our websites and digital platforms. Cookies are small data files stored on your device that help us recognize you and remember your preferences.

Types of Cookies We Use

  • Strictly Necessary Cookies: Essential for the operation of our website. They enable basic functions such as page navigation and secure access.
  • Performance & Analytics Cookies: Collect information on how visitors interact with the website (e.g., Google Analytics). These help us understand user behavior and improve website performance.
  • Functionality Cookies: Remember your preferences (e.g., language or region) to enhance usability.
  • Targeting/Advertising Cookies: May be used to deliver tailored content or measure the effectiveness of campaigns.

We also utilize third-party analytics providers (such as Google Analytics), which may collect and process information on our behalf. These providers may associate your browser activity across sessions and devices.

For more information:

You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. Note that restricting cookies may impact the functionality of our site. For further information, visit www.aboutcookies.org or www.allaboutcookies.org.

Do Not Track

Your browser may offer a "Do Not Track" (DNT) setting. At this time, our systems do not recognize or respond to DNT signals.

Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights to access, correct, delete, or restrict the processing of your personal data. You may also object to certain uses or withdraw your consent at any time. To exercise your rights, contact us at privacypolicy@akunacapital.com.

Policy Updates

We may modify this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, technologies, legal obligations, or for other operational or regulatory reasons. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date.

We encourage you to review this Policy regularly. Your continued use of our website or services after any updates are posted will signify your acceptance of those changes.

Regional Addendums

The following sections apply in addition to the above Policy for individuals located in specific jurisdictions. Each Addendum forms part of the Akuna Capital Privacy Policy and should be read together with the main policy. In case of conflict, the Addendum governs the handling of personal data for those applicable residents.

United States Addendum (Including California Residents)

This section describes our practices under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).

Collection and Use of California Personal Information

If you are a California resident, we may collect the following categories of personal information as defined by the CCPA:

  • Identifiers (e.g., name, address, phone number)
  • Demographic characteristics (e.g., gender, age)
  • Professional and employment-related data
  • Internet activity (e.g., device information, cookies)
  • Sensitive personal information (e.g., health data, government IDs)

We collect this data directly from you, through interactions with our website or virtual tools, and from third-party service providers (e.g., background check firms).

Disclosures to Third Parties

We do not sell personal data. The categories of third parties that Akuna has disclosed personal data to in the prior 12 months include:

  • Third-party service providers
  • Akuna affiliates

Your CCPA Rights

California residents have the right to:

  • Request disclosure of what personal data has been collected, the categories of sources, the business or commercial purpose, the categories of third parties with whom Akuna shares personal data, and the specific pieces of personal data collected
  • Request deletion of their personal data that has been collected
  • Request correction of their personal data
  • Opt out of the sharing of their personal data for cross-context behavioral advertising purposes
  • Opt out of the sale of their personal data
  • Limit Akuna’s processing of sensitive data to what is necessary
  • Be free from discrimination for exercising rights under the CCPA

To make a verifiable request, contact us at privacypolicy@akunacapital.com. We will respond within the applicable timeframe required by the CCPA. Akuna reserves the right to decline data subject requests to the extent permitted by law, for example with respect to Akuna’s legitimate business purposes as defined by the CCPA.

United Kingdom Addendum

This section applies to individuals in the United Kingdom under the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

Lawful Bases for Processing

We process personal data in the UK based on one or more of the following legal bases:

  • Your consent
  • Performance of a contract (or steps taken at your request)
  • Compliance with legal obligations
  • Our legitimate business interests, provided these are not overridden by your rights

UK Data Subject Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access, correct, or delete your personal data
  • Restrict or object to certain processing
  • Receive a portable copy of your data
  • Withdraw your consent at any time
  • Lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO): https://ico.org.uk/make-a-complaint/

To exercise your rights, email privacypolicy@akunacapital.com.

International Transfers

Your data may be transferred outside the UK, including, but not limited to, the United States, Australia, and Singapore. We implement safeguards such as Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) or rely on adequacy decisions where applicable.

APAC Addendum (Australia and Singapore)

This section applies to individuals in Australia (under the Privacy Act 1988) and Singapore (under the Personal Data Protection Act 2012).

Definitions

Personal information refers to data, whether true or not, about an individual who can be identified either from that data alone or from that data in combination with other information.

Sensitive information is a subset of personal information and may include information about an individual’s racial or ethnic origin, political opinions, religious or philosophical beliefs, memberships or affiliations, sexual orientation or practices, health, biometric, or genetic data, and criminal records.

Collection and Use

We may collect your personal information:

  • Directly from you via forms, applications, emails, or digital tools
  • From third parties such as referees or background check providers
  • Through automated means (e.g., cookies, logs)

Your data is used only for legitimate business, legal, and recruiting purposes or where consent is provided. Where you provide us with personal information about someone else, you must ensure that you are authorized to do so and have obtained their consent where necessary.

We collect, use, and disclose your personal information only for the purposes for which it was originally collected (the primary purpose), or for a secondary purpose where you have consented to the use or disclosure, or the use or disclosure is required or authorized by law.

Sensitive information is only used for the purpose it was collected or for directly related purposes with your consent, unless otherwise permitted by law.

Cross-Border Transfers

We may transfer your data to countries including, but not limited to, the United States, United Kingdom, Singapore, and Australia. We ensure that any cross-border disclosures are subject to appropriate legal protections and that data recipients offer comparable protection.

Your Consent and Control over Cookies

In compliance with the Australian Privacy Principles and Singapore’s PDPA, we seek your consent where required for the use of non-essential cookies. Continued use of our website indicates your consent to the use of cookies unless you affirmatively reject them.

Your Rights

Subject to local laws, you have the right to access and correct your personal information, withdraw consent for future uses, and lodge a complaint with local authorities. Akuna will respond to such requests in accordance with applicable local laws. Reasonable identification may be required to process requests.

How to Contact Us

If you have questions, requests, or complaints regarding this Policy or your personal information, please contact:

Privacy Officer – Australia
Akuna Capital Australia Pty Ltd
privacypolicy@akunacapital.com

Data Protection Officer – Singapore
Akuna Capital Singapore Pte Ltd
privacypolicy@akunacapital.com