Worldcoin's Eye-Scanning Crypto Project Launches Globally Amid Privacy Concerns

Worldcoin requires iris scans from an "orb" device to generate digital IDs and distribute free tokens.
The project aims to verify users' humanity and distinguish them from bots online.
After a beta test, Worldcoin expanded to 35 cities across 20 countries for its launch.
The price of Worldcoin's token surged initially but regulatory hurdles prevented availability in the US.
Critics have raised privacy issues about biometric data collection while others see potential benefits.