TLDR
- Thai regulators raid an iris scanning site linked to Sam Altman’s World project for operating without a license.
- The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and Cyber Crime Investigation Bureau (CCIB) led the joint operation.
- Authorities arrested suspects for potential violations of local digital asset laws in Thailand.
- World’s WLD token is distributed in exchange for iris scans at orb locations in jurisdictions where allowed by law.
- The raid comes amid increasing regulatory scrutiny of World’s operations in Thailand, with 102 orb locations in the country.
Thai regulators have raided an iris scanning location linked to Sam Altman’s World project. The raid targeted a site allegedly operating without proper licenses. Thai authorities have raised concerns about the legality of World’s operations in the country.
Thailand’s SEC and CCIB Conduct Joint Operation
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Cyber Crime Investigation Bureau (CCIB) led the raid. They investigated an iris scanning location that provided WLD exchange services. Authorities suspect the location operated without a required license, violating local digital asset laws.
According to the SEC, the operation uncovered sufficient evidence to arrest the suspects. The suspects are under further investigation as part of the ongoing legal proceedings. The raid signals heightened scrutiny of World’s activities in Thailand.
World’s Token Distribution Faces Scrutiny
World, formerly known as Worldcoin, offers its WLD token in exchange for iris scans at orb locations. The platform claims it operates in jurisdictions where laws allow such actions. In Thailand, World runs 102 orb locations, offering its services in exchange for token eligibility.
World’s website clarifies that eligibility for WLD tokens depends on factors like geography and age. The platform also notes it is not responsible for the availability of WLD tokens on third-party exchanges. However, the raid highlights ongoing legal challenges for World in Thailand. The incident is part of mounting regulatory scrutiny facing Sam Altman’s World project.
