Better Offline Monologue: Sam Altman's BS Eye Scanning Startup
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May 9, 2025 Dive into a critique of a controversial startup that trades cryptocurrency for eye scans, raising eyebrows about its societal implications. The discussion highlights ethical concerns surrounding biometric identity verification and the dubious nature of such technology. As the host questions the startup's practicality and business model, the conversation uncovers the alarming reliance on tech giants and the inherent risks in exploiting biometric data. Buckle up for a thought-provoking exploration of innovation gone awry!
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World's Ineffective Eye-Scan Startup
- World is a poorly executed biometric and crypto startup requiring eye scans with limited hardware locations globally.
- It mainly offers underwhelming crypto-related mini-apps lacking clear purpose or innovation.
Ubiquitous Basic Income Claims Questioned
- Altman's claim WorldCoin might support universal basic income lacks any practical explanation or funding source.
- Tech companies rarely distribute proceeds openly, often using tax avoidance schemes.
Exploitative Biometric Recruitment
- World exploited poorer nations by paying local operators commissions for biometric data collection without proper user understanding.
- It is already banned in Spain and Hong Kong due to these concerns.