World, formerly known as Worldcoin, has launched a pilot test of its Worldcoin ID Credentials program in selected countries, including:

  • Colombia

  • Chile

  • Malaysia

  • South Korea

The project is promoted as a secure and anonymous solution for digital identity. The new functionality will allow users to link personal identity documents to their World ID, without sharing data with Tools for Humanity (TFH), the World Foundation, or third parties.

How does it work?

The program initially focuses on the use of passports with NFC technology. This type of passport allows information to be transferred wirelessly between nearby devices, facilitating easy integration with the World app. According to the World Foundation, this innovation 'significantly expands global access to the World network and opens the door to more utilities for the World ID.'

Additionally, all data related to personal identification is stored exclusively on the user's device, ensuring that no information leaves the control of the owner. Users will be able to demonstrate aspects of their identity privately and anonymously, beyond the simple verification of their humanity.

The Orb and WLD tokens

One of the most talked-about features of World is the use of the Orb, a biometric device that scans the iris to generate a unique World ID. This method, although controversial, aims to ensure that each person can register only once.

Regarding the WLD tokens, they represent the native cryptocurrency of the World ecosystem. The World Foundation incentivizes users to obtain a World ID by offering rewards in WLD. Those who confirm their identity with an Orb will receive 51.64 WLD, while those who choose to use a verified passport will receive 77 WLD.

This scheme not only aims to promote the adoption of the World ID but also to generate an economy around this digital identity. According to the Foundation, the application also simplifies access to these additional tokens when they become available.

Controversies and criticisms

Although the program promises advances in digital identification, it has not been without criticism. In Chile, the government ordered the halt of Worldcoin operations due to alleged violations of citizen protection laws. Additionally, the National Consumer Service (SERNAC) filed a formal complaint against the company.

On the other hand, in South Korea, the company faced a fine of $829,000 USD in September 2024 for violating personal data protection regulations.

Despite these sanctions, World continues to promote its technology as a solution for online verification. The company argues that its approach offers a safe and accessible alternative, although concerns about privacy and data handling remain a recurring topic in the global community.

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