You should be able to verify share ownership now.

Could someone explain the verification process please?

Do you have to sign up, and pay, for an account at btcQuick to verify shares?

You do not need to complete the verification process but you do need to be logged in in order to visit the investor portal link

OK, I currently feel totally stupid, but I don't find this link on the side.

I'm logged in, but where do I verify my Shares?

Use this link

www.btcQuick.com/beta/investor

I couldn't find a link to the investor portal either from the main login.

I dont think he wants this page public, thats why.