WorldCoin, a digital identity project led by OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, has introduced improvements to personal data security and age verification, including removing permanent iris codes and personal age verification checks.
WorldCoin (WLD), the innovative digital identity and cryptocurrency project led by Sam Altman, is taking important steps to improve personal data security and age verification measures. These updates are intended to enhance user privacy and ensure that the platform is only accessible to individuals 18 years of age or older.
Advanced personal data protection
One of the major updates introduced by WorldCoin is the ability for World ID holders to unverify their identity, resulting in their Iris code being permanently deleted. Iris codes are unique numerical representations of a person’s iris structure, used to confirm their humanity through special means. equipment called orbs, By allowing users to remove their Iris Code, WorldCoin is giving individuals more control over their personal data and privacy.
When a user begins to delete their Iris Code, their World ID becomes invalid, and a six-month “cool-off” period is implemented to prevent immediate re-verification. This measure ensures that individuals cannot bypass the unverified process. After the cool-off period, the Iris Code is permanently deleted and made inaccessible, making user data secure.
Age verification measures
In addition to enhancing personal data security, WorldCoin is implementing personal age verification checks at all Orb locations [2], This measure ensures that only individuals 18 years of age or older can access the platform and obtain a World ID. Before undergoing World ID verification, individuals must undergo an on-site age verification check conducted by third-party personnel. This additional layer of age verification reinforces WorldCoin’s commitment to complying with age restrictions and protecting young individuals from accessing the platform.
Worldcoin’s commitment to privacy and security
These updates reflect WorldCoin’s ongoing mission to establish a global financial and identity network based on proof of personality. [2], However, the project has faced criticism regarding its centralization, privacy, and security implications. To address these concerns, WorldCoin collaborated with third-party privacy and security experts, including the Bavarian State Office for Data Protection Supervision (BayLDA). [2], BayLDA acts as the project’s lead supervisory authority in the EU, ensuring that privacy and data protection rules are upheld.
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