Overview

• Razer and Sam Altman's World Network have introduced 'Razer ID verified by World ID,' a blockchain-based system to verify human players and exclude AI bots in online gaming.
• The system uses iris scans or government ID to confirm users' humanity and will debut in the blockchain-based game 'Tokyo Beast.'
• A survey found that 59% of gamers encounter bots in games, and 71% believe bots diminish gaming enjoyment, highlighting the need for human-only gameplay modes.
• World ID technology has faced regulatory challenges, including bans in Spain, Germany, Portugal, and Kenya, over privacy concerns related to biometric data use.
• Razer and World Network emphasize that the system prioritizes privacy by verifying users without collecting personal data like names or emails.