The controversial biometric crypto project Worldcoin (WLD) has surged by nearly 185%, setting a new all-time high. This surge coincides with the project’s announcement that its World App wallet has surpassed 1 million daily users.
Eye-Scanning Technology
Worldcoin uses a helmet-shaped device called the Orb to scan people’s eyes and verify their identity. Users must download the Worldcoin app, obtain a crypto wallet, and visit an Orb to receive their World ID.
Privacy Concerns
The project has raised privacy concerns, as it collects eye scans for identification. However, Worldcoin claims that the scans are encrypted and not stored on its servers.
Alameda Research’s Involvement
Alameda Research, the former trading arm of bankrupt crypto exchange FTX, holds a significant amount of WLD tokens. This holding has contributed to the recent surge in the token’s price.
Market Performance
WLD is currently trading at $7.40, up from $2.60 one week ago. It has set a new all-time high of $7.95 on Monday morning. Despite a slight retracement since then, WLD remains up nearly 22% in the past 24 hours.
