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Worldcoin Expands Eye-Scanning Initiative Across US Cities. The controversial Worldcoin project, spearheaded by Sam Altman, is now operating in six major US metropolitan areas, including San Francisco and Miami. The project offers users a digital wallet in exchange for an iris scan conducted using a specialized device called "The Orb." This process generates a unique "iris code" for each individual. In a promotional event featuring artist Anderson .Paak, attendees lined up to have their eyes scanned, receiving a small amount of cryptocurrency and access to platforms like Discord, Telegram, and Minecraft. Worldcoin touts additional benefits, such as the World Visa digital card and Tinder verification in Japan, emphasizing the concept of "your eyes are your password." While Worldcoin claims to store encrypted and decentralized data fragments, concerns regarding privacy and data security persist. Regulators in both the US and Hong Kong have expressed skepticism. Critics argue that the initiative is a "privacy show," suggesting "The Orb" collects extensive data and serves as a covert trial for the future of digital identity systems.