As the global workforce becomes increasingly decentralized, businesses are turning to innovative solutions that simplify cross-border hiring and payroll. Rise, a pioneering Web3-enabled payroll and compliance platform, has announced a major expansion of its Employer of Record services. Designed to eliminate the legal and operational friction of global hiring, Rise empowers companies to onboard full-time international employees without setting up local entities, offering flexibility in both fiat.
How Rise’s Employer of Record Model Works
Rise functions as the legal employer on behalf of global businesses through its own entities in multiple countries. This model removes the complexity of foreign labor law compliance and costly subsidiary formation.
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Global Expansion: Rise will support hiring in over 60 countries by the end of 2025.
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Simplified Onboarding: Employers bypass entity setup by relying on Rise’s existing legal infrastructure.
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Regulatory Compliance: Adheres to local employment laws, including contracts, taxes, and benefits.
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Cost Efficiency: Eliminates need for third-party vendors or legal consultants.
Compliance Features Integrated in the Platform
Rise offers more than basic payroll processing. Its platform is built with automation and legal intelligence to ensure accurate and compliant international employment.
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Automated KYC and AML Checks
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Local Employment Contract Generation
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Labor Law Adherence and Risk Mitigation
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End-to-End Tax Filing Support
These features significantly reduce the risk of misclassification or legal penalties.
Hybrid Payroll Model: Fiat + Crypto Payments
One of Rise’s standout features is its hybrid payroll system, offering payment options in over 90 fiat currencies and 100+ cryptocurrencies, including stablecoins like USDC.
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Employee Choice: Workers can choose to withdraw in fiat or crypto.
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Decentralized Flexibility: Ideal for Web3-native teams and remote-first companies.
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Cost Reduction: Lower fees compared to traditional international wire transfers.
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Speed and Transparency: Payments are faster and traceable via blockchain.
“Hybrid payroll is not just a feature; it’s a necessity for businesses operating in decentralized ecosystems.” – Hugo Finkelstein, CEO, Rise
Competitive International Benefits Packages
Rise enhances its EOR services with comprehensive benefits offerings tailored to global teams.
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Healthcare Coverage in Multiple Regions
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Crypto-Compatible Retirement Plans (401k Equivalents)
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Access to Financial Tools and Planning Support
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Local Compliance-Approved Perks
These benefits help companies attract and retain top-tier talent worldwide.
Streamlined EOR Process in Four Steps
Rise simplifies the global hiring lifecycle with an intuitive, step-by-step workflow:
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Automated Compliance Checks for Onboarding
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Payroll Funding via Bank Transfers or Stablecoins
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Local Regulation-Compliant Payment Scheduling
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Employee Payouts in Preferred Currencies
This automation reduces the administrative workload for employers while enhancing the employee experience.
Blockchain-Powered Transparency and Security
Rise utilizes blockchain to ensure transparent, auditable operations throughout its platform.
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On-Chain Professional IDs for Employment Verification
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Immutable Records for Compliance Audits
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Smart Contract-Enabled Payment Workflows
Blockchain reinforces Rise’s credibility in both payroll transparency and data security.
Founder’s Vision: From Freelancers to Global Payroll
CEO Hugo Finkelstein’s journey from building a smart-contract freelancer marketplace to launching Rise reflects a deep understanding of global payment challenges.
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Learned from Freelancer Pain Points: High fees, delays, lack of visibility
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Pivoted to Build a Full-Scale Payroll Platform
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Vision: Empower global businesses with compliance-first, blockchain-enabled infrastructure
“The challenges freelancers faced with traditional payments inspired us to create Rise—an infrastructure for decentralized global hiring.”
Who’s Using Rise Today?
Rise is already trusted by leading companies and Web3 pioneers:
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Bitcoin.com
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Velodrome Finance
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Zen Academy
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Global Agencies and DAOs
With $500M+ in payments processed, Rise is scaling rapidly through strategic partnerships and a growing client base.
Adapting to a Changing Regulatory Landscape
Rise stays ahead of crypto regulation and global employment law through active collaboration with fintech, HR, and legal experts.
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Anticipates Market Shifts in Crypto Compliance
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Continuously Updates Protocols Based on Legal Guidance
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Educates Clients on Regional Nuances in Real-Time
Rise is setting a new standard for global employment by combining legal compliance, payroll flexibility into one unified platform. Its Employer of Record services remove barriers to international hiring and support a modern, decentralized approach to team building. As companies increasingly seek scalable solutions for managing distributed workforces, Rise is well-positioned to lead the future of hybrid payroll and global workforce compliance.
