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Worldcoin to Launch Iris-Scanning Tech and Crypto in 2025

5/2/2025

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Tools for Humanity, founded by Sam Altman, will launch iris-scanning technology in the U.S. on May 1, 2025.
Users will receive a unique ID and WLD cryptocurrency after scanning their irises at "orbs."
Partnerships with Visa and Match Group will introduce a debit card and age verification for Tinder.
Worldcoin has verified 12 million users globally, aiming to reduce fraud and address AI's societal impacts.

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Story summary

Tools for Humanity, founded by Sam Altman, will launch iris-scanning technology in the U.S. on May 1, 2025.
Users will receive a unique ID and WLD cryptocurrency after scanning their irises at "orbs."
Partnerships with Visa and Match Group will introduce a debit card and age verification for Tinder.
Worldcoin has verified 12 million users globally, aiming to reduce fraud and address AI's societal impacts.