Sam Altman's Worldcoin project has garnered widespread attention and controversy for its combination of biometric iris scanning and cryptocurrency. Users obtain specific cryptocurrencies by scanning their irises, with their information linked to the blockchain to provide universal basic income. However, this process has raised concerns about privacy and data security, leading to investigations by more than 14 countries. Worldcoin is under scrutiny in at least 14 countries, including France, the UK, South Korea, and Chile. Privacy officials state they are collaborating with regulatory agencies, but progress on this collaboration has been limited.

The founder of Worldcoin predicts that AGI and nuclear fusion energy will be realized by 2030. Altman has also invested in nuclear fusion startups, believing that unlimited energy is crucial for AGI. The Worldcoin project aims to address the job reduction caused by AGI by providing universal basic income.