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This article centers on World, an initiative co-founded by Sam Altman that utilizes biometric iris scanning to create cryptographic identifiers for distinguishing humans from AI agents online. The startup's operational model relies heavily on machine learning and identity verification technologies rather than cryptocurrency mechanics or general business financing. Consequently, the primary subject matter falls squarely within the domain of artificial intelligence applications.
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Sam Altman’s biometric startup World raises $52.5M via crypto sale

TechCrunch2 min read

Sam Altman's side project — which seeks to scan the world's eyeballs and turn them into unique digital identifiers — has raised some fresh cash through a crypto sale.

World, the online verification startup co-founded by OpenAI’s Sam Altman, has raised $52.5 million through a crypto token sale to strategic investors. Participating investors joined a 12-month lockup sale of World’s token, WLD. Lockup periods prevent asset buyers from selling or trading their tokens for…

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