The launch of the World project, utilizing iris scans for identity verification, has become a hot topic in tech forums. This innovation sparks interest and discussions.
Project Background
The World project, previously known as Worldcoin, was founded in 2019 by Sam Altman and his partner to create biometric and encrypted identity verification. The initiative offers an innovative solution of creating a decentralized 'World ID' based on iris scans, ensuring a unique and non-replicable encrypted identity for each individual.
Overview of the World Project
The World project has launched in the U.S. with physical locations in major cities, offering free iris scans to all adult participants. Each participant will receive 16 WLD tokens and an additional reward for users of the World app of 150 WLD.
Technical Principles
The project's means include the Orb and Orb Mini devices for iris scanning, which convert images into unique 'iris hashes'. The obtained data is stored in a secure environment with heightened confidentiality, and the identification process is carried out using zero-knowledge proofs. The project also emphasizes privacy — original images are not stored and are immediately destroyed after conversion.
The launch of iris-scan verification in the World project represents a significant step in the development of identity verification technologies, while raising serious questions about privacy and data rights.
