Worldcoin Launches Iris Biometrics ID Verification in Austria

Published Date: 2/08/2024

Worldcoin has launched its iris biometrics-based identity verification scheme in Austria, marking the 12th country where the firm operates. Austrians can now visit locations in Vienna to have their irises scanned in exchange for a World ID digital identity.

Worldcoin, a company focused on creating a global digital identity ecosystem, has expanded its operations to Austria. As of July 31, Austrians can visit one of several locations in Vienna to have their irises scanned using the company's spherical scanning device, known as the Orb. This marks the 12th country where Worldcoin currently operates.\n\nThe company's blog post notes that 'Austria joins neighboring Germany in offering important proof of humanness technology in Europe, amid continued interest and growth in other countries around the world.' So far, 6,327,691 people worldwide have signed up for the Worldcoin network and obtained a World ID.\n\nIn addition to its expansion in Austria, Worldcoin has also announced a new association with analytics firm Elliptic. Elliptic will integrate World Chain, Worldcoin's new blockchain, into its suite of compliance and risk management tools. This integration will enable Elliptic's 'Holistic Technology' to efficiently detect and mitigate high-risk activities for organizations through robust AML measures.\n\nLukasz Kujawa, VP of Engineering at Elliptic, expressed enthusiasm for the partnership, saying, 'By combining Elliptic's robust intelligence and cross-chain analysis with World ID's secure humanness verification, we're taking a major step forward in proactively preventing money laundering in the crypto space.'\n\nDespite its progress, Worldcoin continues to face opposition and penalties in countries and regions that are unhappy with its terms of service, most recently in Argentina.

FAQs:

"Q: What is Worldcoin's iris biometrics-based identity verification scheme?

A: Worldcoin's iris biometrics-based identity verification scheme is a method of verifying an individual's identity using their iris scan.

Q: How many countries does Worldcoin currently operate in?

A: Worldcoin currently operates in 12 countries.

Q: What is the Orb?

A: The Orb is Worldcoin's spherical scanning device used for iris scanning.

Q: What is World Chain?

A: World Chain is Worldcoin's new blockchain.

Q: What is Elliptic's role in the partnership with Worldcoin?

A: Elliptic will integrate World Chain into its suite of compliance and risk management tools to enable efficient detection and mitigation of high-risk activities for organizations."

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