World

San Francisco, California, USA · ≈590 employees · world.org

World, originally launched as Worldcoin, is a blockchain-based protocol and digital ecosystem focused on creating a global identity and financial network that prioritizes privacy. Its main goal is to establish "Proof of Personhood," which verifies that an individual is a unique human rather than an AI bot. This initiative addresses the rise of AI-generated content, ensuring that human identity remains central in the digital economy. The flagship product, World ID, provides users with a cryptographic proof of personhood through biometric verification using the World Orb, which captures an iris scan to authenticate identity without compromising personal data. World operates on its own blockchain, Worldchain, designed for scalability and privacy, facilitating transactions and identity issuance. The native cryptocurrency, WLD, serves as a global internet currency and supports governance within the ecosystem. Additionally, the World App integrates identity, finance, and community features, offering secure messaging, cryptocurrency payments, and fiat integration. With over 22 million users, including 10 million verified individuals, World aims to enhance digital identity and financial inclusion worldwide.