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Title: Worldcoin's Year One

As Worldcoin marks its first anniversary, the ambitious project co-founded by OpenAI CEO Sam Altman finds itself at a crossroads. Launched on July 24, 2023, Worldcoin aimed to establish a universal digital identity system and financial network, leveraging biometric data through its “orb” devices. Despite the project facing significant scrutiny and challenges over the past year, its innovative goals remain.

3. Regulatory Challenges

Worldcoin’s regulatory troubles extend across the globe. Hong Kong’s Privacy Commissioner recently deemed the project’s data collection practices “unnecessary and excessive,” leading to a cease operation directive. Similarly, Spain, Portugal, and Kenya have restricted Worldcoin’s operations, and investigations are underway in India, South Korea, and Germany.

Despite these setbacks, Worldcoin has not remained idle. The project introduced a personal hosting plan, allowing users to store and encrypt biometric data on their devices. This move aims to address data security concerns, although skepticism remains high.