The ORB token of Worldcoin: a digital revolution with nuances

The ORB is a blockchain-based cryptocurrency that belongs to the Worldcoin ecosystem, an ambitious project that aims to create a universal digital identity while distributing coins “equitably” on a global scale. I find it fascinating, although somewhat unsettling, how they use a device called “Orb” to scan our irises and verify unique identities, supposedly to ensure that each person receives only one portion of the coin.

From my perspective, the main features of this system are:

The supposed global inclusion: They claim to seek a network of identity and payments accessible to all, but at what cost?

The controversial Orb: This device scans our irises to confirm our uniqueness, promising not to compromise our privacy. Can we really trust this?

“Free” distribution: They offer tokens to those who verify their identity. Nothing is free in this world, we are paying with our biometric data.

Supposed decentralization: They use blockchain to ensure security and transparency, although the control of the Orb devices is centralized.

Convenient tokenomics: The ORB can be used for transactions and incentives, with potential value in secondary markets.

I wonder if this “revolution” really benefits users or if we are simply data in a global digital identity experiment for profit.