ChainCatcher news, according to Tech in Asia, Indonesia's Ministry of Communication and Information Technology (Kominfo) may require Worldcoin to delete approximately 500,000 iris data collected in Indonesia. Worldcoin has come under scrutiny for offering users around 800,000 Indonesian rupiah (approximately $48.34) in exchange for iris scans. This move has raised widespread concerns about data privacy and user informed consent.Currently, Kominfo is assessing whether Worldcoin's data collection practices comply with Indonesia's data protection regulations.

ChainCatcher news, World officially issued a statement clarifying the ongoing misinformation shared on social media. World stated that they comply with all laws and regulations in Brazil and do not purchase or exchange tokens of personal data (including iris data); they do not collect, store, or sell personal data (including iris data), and provide useful services to network participants.Previous news, the Brazilian National Data Protection Authority ordered World to stop providing services to local users.

ChainCatcher news, according to OrangeNews, Hong Kong is investigating Worldcoin for allegedly collecting customer iris data in violation of regulations. The Hong Kong authorities searched six locations of "Worldcoin" in Hong Kong, specifically in Yau Ma Tei, Kwun Tong, Wan Chai, Cyberport, Central, and Causeway Bay, based on a court order. The Hong Kong authorities pointed out that the company scans and collects iris information from individuals participating in the Worldcoin project to obtain registered identities, which may involve violations of the Personal Data (Privacy) Ordinance. The Hong Kong authorities urge citizens to remain vigilant and not to casually provide sensitive biometric data.