Sam Altman’s New Biometric Identification Project Rises Privacy Concerns

Sam Altman, the CEO of OpenAI and a prominent figure in the tech industry, has launched a new biometric identification project called "World." This ambitious initiative introduces "Orbs," basketball-sized devices that scan users' irises to generate a unique World ID. The project aims to establish a "proof-of-human" standard in the digital age, enabling individuals to verify their identities securely online. However, the rollout of this technology has sparked significant global controversy, primarily due to concerns over privacy, data security, and ethical implications.