China’s Ministry of State Security (MSS) has issued a strong warning over the collection of biometric information by foreign companies in exchange for cryptocurrency rewards, describing the practice as a potential danger to both personal privacy and national security. The announcement, released on the MSS’s official WeChat account, highlighted reported incidents of large-scale iris scanning linked to digital token distributions.
Although the statement did not specifically name the organization involved, the description closely matches Worldcoin, a project developed by Tools for Humanity. Worldcoin has drawn global attention for its use of spherical “orb” devices that scan an individual’s iris to generate a unique digital identity, which is then tied to distributions of its cryptocurrency, WLD.
According to the MSS, the transfer of highly sensitive biometric data to foreign entities carries risks that extend far beyond its intended use. Such information could be misused in ways that compromise personal safety or even national security. The agency’s remarks add to a growing chorus of global concerns about how biometric data is handled, particularly within the cryptocurrency and decentralized finance sectors.
Worldcoin, launched in 2023, has already faced investigations and regulatory pushback in several countries. Concerns have largely centered around data protection practices and whether users fully understand and con
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