Worldcoin’s WLD token spiked 36% after raising $135 million through a token sale involving prominent investors like Andreessen Horowitz (a16z) and Bain Capital Crypto. The funds will support the expansion of Worldcoin’s biometric identity system, which relies on iris scans via its Orb devices. Over 12 million retina scans have already been logged, and the company plans to deploy 7,000 more Orbs globally, including in major US cities. Despite privacy concerns and regulatory challenges, Worldcoin is pushing forward with its US launch, making WLD available on Coinbase and offering incentives for new users. However, experts warn that increasing token supply without matching demand could pressure prices in the long run.
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Sam Altman’s World has officially launched in the US, with plans to deploy 7,500 eye-scanning orbs across six cities—Atlanta, Austin, Los Angeles, Miami, Nashville, and San Francisco—by year-end. Users can verify their identity via the Orb to receive WLD tokens, tied to World ID, aimed at distinguishing humans from AI bots. New features include crypto-backed loans via Morpho, prediction markets through Kalshi, and a forthcoming Visa card for digital asset payments. A partnership with Match Group will pilot World ID for age verification on Tinder in Japan. Despite privacy assurances, the project faces global regulatory scrutiny, including data deletion orders in Germany and investigations in Singapore over potential misuse.
about Sam Altman's World Expands to US with 7,500 Eye-Scanning OrbsTesla’s Robotaxi Launch in Austin: Key Details
Tesla is set to debut its robotaxi service in Austin, Texas, by June, initially using 10–20 Model Y vehicles equipped with its Full Self-Driving (FSD) software under human supervision. The company is also developing the ‘Cybercab,’ a fully autonomous vehicle without steering wheels or pedals, priced under $30,000 and slated for production in 2026. While Tesla has completed internal testing with employees, regulatory approval—especially in California—remains a major obstacle. Competitors like Waymo have already deployed driverless taxis, but Tesla’s camera-only approach faces skepticism. Despite delays, Musk projects millions of autonomous Teslas by late 2026.
about Tesla's Robotaxi Launch in Austin: Key DetailsConcerns Rise Over Government Control of Crypto Reserves and Decentralization
Solana Labs co-founder Anatoly Yakovenko has expressed concerns over the U.S. government’s plan to establish a strategic crypto reserve, arguing that such involvement could jeopardize decentralization. He suggested that if a reserve is necessary, it should be governed by clear, objective criteria. Industry leaders, including entrepreneur Joe Lonsdale and NYU professor Austin Campbell, echoed these concerns, warning that government control over cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin could lead to economic instability and undermine the principles of decentralization.
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