News Summary

Sam Altman’s startup, Tools for Humanity, has developed a new identity verification system using eye-scanning orbs, which they hope will address issues such as ticket scalping. The system, known as World ID, creates a ‘proof of human’ signature to verify a person’s identity without revealing personal details. This innovation is being integrated into a tool called Concert Kit, which allows artists to reserve tickets specifically for verified humans, aiming to reduce the impact of ticket scalping bots. The system is already being used by artists like Bruno Mars and is available for wider adoption. Additionally, platforms like Tinder, Zoom, and DocuSign are integrating World ID to enhance user verification, signaling its growing acceptance as a mainstream technology. Tools for Humanity is actively working to make this technology more accessible, despite initial skepticism from users.