Worldcoin, the cryptocurrency project founded by ChatGPT creator Sam Altman, is facing controversy over discrepancies in user payouts. A report from the South China Morning Post reveals that Hong Kong users of the iris-scanning crypto project are receiving rewards four times higher than those in other countries where Worldcoin conducted testing. The project uses iris-scanning technology for user registration as a "proof-of-humanity" to validate unique identities.

The concept of Worldcoin, a financial system that relies on biometric data from impoverished individuals, is concerning due to the exploitation of those individuals who are paid to scan their eyes for the vast iris database required. This has led to a black market for verified credentials, undermining the trustworthiness of the system. Worldcoin's promises to protect sensitive biometric information are insufficient, and the potential consequences of linking immutable biometric traits to money are dystopian.

Sam Altman, a prominent investor, has been busy with the launch of the Worldcoin crypto project and his involvement in Vital Biosciences' $48 million funding round. Worldcoin's World ID platform uses blockchain technology to create unique digital identities by scanning people's eyes with a small orb, raising concerns about AI, data, and privacy.

According to Worldcoin team, Worldcoin published World ID marble has its own distinctly original color composition.

Worldcoin's WLD token has seen a surge in trading activity, which some have accused market makers of manipulating. The token's value rose to $3.30 before dropping to $1.91 and then rising again to $2.22. Critics have raised concerns about the project's ability to protect user biometric data and its overall goals. The initial token distribution has also been criticized, with 100 million tokens given to market makers compared to just 43 million to retail users.

Worldcoin, a controversial cryptocurrency and ID project, is under scrutiny from data regulators in the UK due to concerns over privacy and biometric data safety. The Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) will examine the project and initiate further inquiries to ensure compliance with data laws. Despite securing $115 million in funding from major investors, Worldcoin has faced criticism for its onboarding practices, which reportedly involved deception and exploitation of workers in developing countries. The project's native token, WLD, will not be launched in the US due to regulatory concerns and speculation about its classification as an unregistered security.

The launch of Worldcoin's human identity verification system has received mixed reactions, with some viewing the iris scanning process as Orwellian and raising concerns about potential security breaches. Slow Mist's founder has criticized the project, stating that it has a high probability of failure and could be an "evil" creation. Edward Snowden has also criticized the use of biometrics for anti-fraud purposes, while Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin has pointed out centralization issues and privacy risks in Worldcoin's concept of "decentralized proof-of-personhood." Despite the backlash, Worldcoin has reportedly attracted high-profile investors, including a16z and Coinbase Ventures.

XRP's post-SEC lawsuit gains have been halved and its momentum is slowing down due to the lack of institutional-grade inflows into the cryptocurrency market. Retail investors were the driving force behind XRP's surge in price after the legal victory, but their involvement may not be enough to sustain a long-term uptrend. Institutional investors are needed to bring substantial funds and credibility to the cryptocurrency market.

Alex Blania, co-founder of Worldcoin, has faced criticism for refusing to disclose the token's distribution model during a recent interview. Blania cited regulatory uncertainty in the US as the reason for not answering the question. The video of the interview quickly went viral, with some questioning whether Worldcoin was a "ponzinomics" scheme.