World is worth keeping a eye on, no pun intended, as Sam Altman of AI fame is behind it and this report said they had $100 million invested back then. And his comments about a digital ID system like this coming for you whether you like it or not should give everyone pause. And this report has a lot more information about the system along with a look at the hardware they were using previously. Consequently, there was also talk of this being a UBI distribution system you wouldn’t be able to opt out of. And see the link below to Malaysia adopting it.
https://cointelegraph.com/news/worldcoin-rebrands-world-unveils-next-generation-orb
The blockchain identity verification project also announced new verification methods.
Blockchain-based identity verification project Worldcoin dropped the “coin” from its identity and is now called “World.” Project co-founder Sam Altman announced the rebranding during a keynote speech on Oct. 17.
World, as it’s now known, also revealed a slew of other updates, including a new version of its Orb biometric scanning devices, new options for identity verification and partnership integrations with popular apps including FaceTime, WhatsApp and Zoom.
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The event was live-streamed on YouTube on Oct. 17, and the rebranding was visible across the company’s social media accounts as soon as the announcement was made.
During the event, World unveiled a new version of the “Orb” biometric device the company uses to scan users’ eyes. The new Orb, powered by Nvidia hardware, will be more efficient and “five times” more powerful than its predecessor with a smaller footprint and fewer parts.
The company said the new Orb will eventually be available in self-service kiosks in some markets.
Related: Malaysia adopts Worldcoin for personal verification and digital ID
World added that users will soon be able to verify their identity through methods other than the Orb hardware. Through a program called World ID Credentials, the company said users with NFC-enabled government-issued passports can confirm their identity on the World app.
Another major announcement came in the form of Deep Face, a service the company claims has “solved deepfakes.”
According to the company, its software can be implemented in most apps where video can be uploaded or streamed to determine whether videos featuring verified persons are real or have been faked using AI.
Finally, the company announced that so far, 15 million users have signed up for its World app service.