#iris scanning

[advisoryoutlook]

Sam Altman’s Eye-Scanning Startup ‘World’ Expands to the UK to Tackle AI Fraud

World, the controversial biometric identity verification venture co-founded by OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, is launching in the United Kingdom this week as it continues its global rollout to combat rising concerns around AI-driven fraud.

Starting Thursday, Londoners will be able to register for World’s unique identity system using the Orb—a spherical, metallic eye-scanning device that captures a person’s iris and facial data to generate a unique biometric code. The startup plans to expand the service to other major UK cities, including Manchester, Birmingham, Cardiff, Belfast, and Glasgow in the coming months.

World’s technology aims to verify a user’s “humanness,” preventing bots and artificial intelligence systems from exploiting online services through deepfakes, identity theft, and other forms of fraud.

From Science Fiction to Mainstream Use

“The idea is no longer just something theoretical. It’s something that’s real and affecting people every single day,” said Adrian Ludwig, Chief Architect at Tools for Humanity, a key contributor to World. “We’re moving from a science project to a real network.”

Once a person is scanned, they receive a World ID—an anonymous digital identifier—and a small amount of WLD cryptocurrency. The ID can be used to log into participating platforms like Minecraft, Reddit, and Discord without revealing the user’s personal identity.

Growing Global Footprint

The UK expansion follows World’s recent launch in the United States, where it opened six flagship retail locations in cities including Austin, Atlanta, Los Angeles, Nashville, Miami, and San Francisco.

Ludwig said the company is aiming to scale its verification capacity tenfold over the coming months. As of now, 13 million users worldwide have verified their identity through World.

Privacy Concerns and Regulatory Dialogue

Since its 2021 debut as “Worldcoin,” the startup has faced scrutiny over privacy and biometric data usage. To address concerns, World says it encrypts all biometric data, deletes the original scans, and processes data locally on user devices rather than in the cloud. Only uniqueness verification is handled through third-party infrastructure.

Still, privacy campaigners remain wary of deploying such a system at scale, particularly in countries with millions—or even billions—of users. World has been actively engaging with regulators, including the UK’s Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO), to ensure compliance with data protection laws.

“We’ve had a lot of conversations with regulators,” Ludwig told CNBC. “They want to know: How do we make sure this works? How do we protect privacy? What are the risks? We’ve been able to answer all of those.”

A Digital Identity Shift

World’s expansion comes as governments worldwide explore digital identity solutions to move beyond physical ID cards. Ludwig sees the project as part of a broader shift toward more secure and scalable digital ID systems, especially in the face of increasingly sophisticated AI fraud.

While initiatives like India’s Aadhaar have demonstrated both the potential and pitfalls of digital ID at scale, World aims to offer a decentralized alternative—one that doesn't compromise privacy or security.

“Mechanisms to identify and reduce fraud are of growing interest to governments,” Ludwig said. “And we’re seeing real demand now.”

As digital identity becomes a central pillar of both public and private sector security infrastructure, World’s UK rollout marks a significant step in building a global network to defend against the rising risks of AI misuse.

[galacticjerk]

scans of an iris

[milksockets]

iris van herpen for 'neverwhere,' 2013 in new york city ballet: choreography + couture - marc happel + pari dukovic (2023)

[ace-of-snails453]

AAAAAAAAAAA

Themb

[shinypetrichor]

Keyboard Magazine 19 June 2005

[saint-miroir]

Sakura Wars Art File Selection booklet--Front cover, colored pages, and pages 2-4. Cover illustrated by Kazuya Kuroda. Taken from Newtype Magazine (01/1998). Scanned from my personal collection.

[tetrix-anime]

Megami Magazine June 2024 Issue (#289) - Kono Subarashii Sekai ni Shukufuku wo! 3 (KonoSuba: God’s Blessing on This Wonderful World! 3)

[nerdcrawfish]

HEY UH.

You know how when you close your eyes you see black?? Um, TFs have glowing eyes--so would they actually see the lit up backs of their lids?

Or do the eye lights shut off when they close their optics lids like a refrigerator??

does it... does it click??

[iris-nonsense]

Sukuna decided to pull a grimmjow move like

[cafalla]

Pokémon BW Rival Destinies: Wrath of the Legends (2013) Comic Storybook Scans

The second book (here is a link to the first!) is titled "Wrath of the Legends", and is adapted from parts one and two of the episode "Stopping the Rage of Legends!" This book is about Ash and crew going to the Island of Legends, where they get caught up in a battle between the Forces of Nature.

Ash tries to battle Clay for the Driftveil gym badge, but instead is given a fetch quest to refill the revival herb stock at the gym.

They set out for Milos island and meet a guy named Lewis, who says the revival herbs are drying out and the grass Pokémon of Milos island are falling ill.

They learn that the island has a legend involving the revival herbs and the legendary Pokémon Landorus, Thundurus, and Tornadus.

The crew attempt to summon Landorus, who is the peacekeeper of the three, and instead Tornadus shows up.

Tornadus is here and it is not happy. Apparently an obelisk that protects the island from Tornadus and Thundurus has been destroyed. Thundurus also shows up, and it too, is not happy.

And of course, these two are both not happy at all to see each other, thus making them each more unhappy. Quite the unhappy bunch we have here.

Turns out Team Rocket is behind the destroyed obelisks, and all is going according to keikaku for them. And yes, I'm putting this panel out of sequence because it literally says "according to Team Rocket's evil plan…".

All according to keikaku.

The gang try to fight the feuding legendary Pokémon to no avail.

For some reason, Lewis is sure Landorus will show up if it is summoned by a shrine maiden. He just decides to appoint Iris as a shrine maiden…I guess because she is a girl?

Apparently any girl dressed up in shrine maiden clothing will work.

You look great, sweetie! Also just love how Iris looks like she is indoors while the guys reacting to her are outside? Lewis, it already looks like you are back at the shrine. Also love Ash's singular "Wow!" and Cilan's dead open mouth stare.

Iris does look cute in her shrine maiden outfit. Here are a couple more pics of her.

I'm a sucker for characters getting interesting alternative outfits for plot.

So the gang summon Landorus - Pokémon battles and Team Rocket shenanigans ensue. All that's really important is that the gang defeat Team Rocket, save the legendary Pokémon, and Landorus stops the fighting between Thundurus and Tornadus.

Now I'm going to share some panels of that are meant to be very serious, but are just downright (Darius) hilarious to me.

I love when there is supposed to be a serious moment between powerful Pokémon and they aren't saying anything besides their names! It's so comical, I love it.

They have such a way with words.

The legendary Pokémon calm down and work together to give life back to the island. The revival herbs and grass Pokémon flourish and heal from their illness while Ash and gang continue on their journey.

And yeah! That's basically it for this book.

I did forget to mention Lewis has a partner Pokémon, Gothorita. Just like Palpitoad in Book #1, Gothorita steals the show for me with her expressions.

We stan a goth(orita) queen.

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That's all I have for now, it was quite fun going through these books. My Pokémon anime experience ends with Pokémon Advance, which took place in Generation 3. I enjoyed revisiting the anime art style!

I'm not sure if there are more books in this series, as I only found these two (link again to the first one!) at the store.

As always, you can read the whole book(s) and view higher quality scans on my Internet Archive account.

Thanks for reading!

[selfdiagnosedeyemotif]

god i missed having a functional mouse and usb ports that actually work

[athelind]

This is why I am highly resistant to 2FA schemes.

theres bikes around the city you can rent but you have to use an app that needs your drivers license. theres buses that drive right to your destination, but if you dont have change you need the app. you can wash your car here if you sign into the app. you can go to the bathroom here you just have to unlock it with the app that needs your location on. you can order at this restaurant if you scan the code and download the app. im losing my freaking mind

[kampalaedgetimes]

National ID Renewal Officially Begins 27 May 2025 - NIRA

[manic-maniac-man]

HUgE June 2011

HETEROTOPIA

Feat. Brigel Gjoka & Esther Balfe from The Forsythe Company

The William Forsythe Company is a company that pursues new trends in dance from a cutting-edge perspective.

That moment when the body releases. Life awakens and the soul runs through eternity. In search of a real place that isn't here.

Right: CHARLIE LE MINDU dress, iris van HERPEN high heels (both reference products)

Left: Robe by Denis Colomb and shorts by Rag & Bone (both reference items)

Left: Mugler tunic (reference product)

Right: A.F. Vandevorst leather belt (reference product)

Right: Lace bodysuit by CHARLIE LE MINDU (reference product)

Left: CHARLIE LE MINDU neckpiece (reference product)

Left: Mask by 《MAISON DARRÉ》,

Bodysuit by MAL-AIMÉE,

Raf Simons skirts (all reference items)

Right: Mask by 《MAISON DARRÉ》,

Calvin Klein underwear,

Ann Demeulemeester boots (all reference items)

P026_A.F. Vandevorst belt (reference product)

P027_Leggings by <Givenchy by Riccardo Tisci>,

A.F. Vandevorst leather belt (both reference items)

[ahalts]

Biometric Time Attendance Solutions

Biometric time attendance solutions offer an advanced method for tracking employee work hours by using unique biological traits such as fingerprints, facial recognition, or iris scans. These systems enhance security by ensuring that only the authenticated individual can clock in, preventing common issues like buddy punching or fraudulent time entries. Biometric systems are highly accurate, minimizing errors in attendance data. They also save time for employees and managers, as the process of clocking in is swift and requires minimal interaction. Additionally, biometric systems help in maintaining compliance with labor regulations and integrate seamlessly with payroll systems, improving overall workforce efficiency.

More info: https://ahalts.com/solutions/hr-services/outsourcing-time-attendance

[tetrix-anime]

Kono Subarashii Sekai ni Shukufuku wo! 3 (KonoSuba: God’s Blessing on This Wonderful World! 3) scans