"Reddit Considers Adopting World ID...Discussion on Iris Scanning for User Verification"
Summary
- It is reported that Reddit is considering adopting World ID and discussing a biometric authentication system based on iris scanning.
- It was stated that World ID is a technology that authenticates the uniqueness of accounts without revealing user identities.
- Currently, discussions are in the early stages, and there are no concrete agreements or contracts yet.
It has been reported that Reddit, the largest online community platform in the United States, is considering the adoption of World ID, a biometric authentication system based on iris scanning.
On the 21st (local time), the global news outlet Semafor cited sources, stating, "Reddit is in discussions to introduce the 'World ID' system using the Orb device that scans irises." World ID authenticates the uniqueness of an account as an individual while not exposing the user's identity.
The outlet explained, "As artificial intelligence (AI) spreads false content on online platforms and governments in various countries pursue laws to restrict social media access for children and adolescents, demand for identity verification technology is growing."
However, the discussions are still in the early stages, and it is known that no concrete agreements or contracts have been made yet.
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