Kenya Cracks Down: Worldcoin Ordered to Scrub Biometric Data
Sam Altman’s crypto venture hits a regulatory wall as Kenya demands immediate deletion of collected biometric data. No more ’proof-of-personhood’ experiments—at least not here.
Behind the ban: Rising global scrutiny over crypto projects harvesting sensitive user data. Worldcoin’s iris-scanning orbs just met their match.
Finance jab: Another ’Web3 revolution’ that forgot to check local compliance laws. Maybe spend less on marketing and more on legal next time?
Indonesia Halts Worldcoin Over Biometric Data and Regulatory Issues
Kenya isn’t the only nation to take action against Altman’s World. Indonesian regulators have also halted the platform’s operations, accusing the blockchain startup of potentially breaching local regulations.
Alexander Sabar, Director General of Digital Space Supervision, stated that the suspension was prompted by reports of “suspicious activity” surrounding the project. “This freezing is a preventive measure to prevent potential risks to the community. We will also summon PT. Terang Bulan Abadi for official clarification in the NEAR future,” Sabar stated.
The official statement claimed that PT Terang Bulan Abadi, the Indonesian subsidiary managing World, failed to register as an Electronic System Organizer (PSE) and lacked the necessary Electronic System Organizer Registration Certificate (TDPSE), which is mandatory under Indonesian law.
“Worldcoin services are recorded using TDPSE in the name of another legal entity, namely PT. Sandina Abadi Nusantara,” Sabar noted.
Under Indonesia’s Government Regulation No. 71 of 2019 on the Implementation of Electronic Systems and Transactions, and the Minister of Communication and Information’s Regulation No. 10 of 2021 on Private Electronic System Providers, all digital service providers are required to register legally and ensure accountability for their public-facing operations.
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Michaela has no crypto positions and does not hold any crypto assets. This article is provided for informational purposes only and should not be construed as financial advice.The Shib Magazine and The Shib Daily are the official media and publications of the Shiba Inu cryptocurrency project. Readers are encouraged to conduct their own research and consult with a qualified financial adviser before making any investment decisions.
