The CEO of OpenAI, Sam Altman, is set to launch the Worldcoin token (WLD) for his biometrics project on July 24. The official Twitter announcement confirms the token’s upcoming arrival.
The project aims to offer privacy-first, decentralized, and inclusive proof of personhood solutions. While specific details about the token are limited, it will utilize iris biometrics and operate on Ethereum Layer 2. However, regulatory constraints mean it won’t be accessible in the USA, raising concerns about privacy and information security.
Despite controversies, Worldcoin has gained immense popularity, with over 2 million digital ID signups and 40,000 daily signups. The project secured nearly $100 million in funding and is migrating its World ID and World App to the Optimism Mainnet.
Critics like Edward Snowden have expressed skepticism about privacy and potential exploitation in poorer regions. Nevertheless, the anticipation for the Worldcoin token has fueled a surge in Optimism transaction volume.
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