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WorldCoin: The Iris Scanning Controversy

This chapter explores the controversial cryptocurrency WorldCoin, which utilizes iris scanning for user identification. It raises critical questions about data privacy, market volatility, and the ethical implications of merging emerging technology with financial systems. The discussion also touches on the project's regulatory challenges and the societal impacts of adopting such innovative identification methods.

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