UK Information Commission Announces Investigation Against Worldcoin

Worldcoin, a project of OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, will be investigated by the Information Commissions Office (ICO), the United Kingdom’s data watchdog.

UK Information Commission Announces Investigation Against Worldcoin

We note the launch of WorldCoin in the U.K. and will be making further enquiries,

A Spokesperson For The Information Commissioner’s Office

Worldcoin, which went live on Monday, bills itself as a digital passport that allows users to demonstrate that they are human. Since the project’s beta launch, it has amassed 2 million users.

Organizations also need to have a clear lawful basis to process personal data. Where they are relying on consent, this needs to be freely given and capable of being withdrawn without detriment,

The Watchdog

On the other hand, the company asserted that in any market where an Orb is present, they adhere to extremely localized and detailed laws and regulations.