Indonesia Halts Worldcoin Operations, Raising Concerns about Data Privacy

Indonesia has suspended the operations of Worldcoin in the country, citing regulatory non-compliance. The Indonesian government ordered the suspension of PT Terang Bulan Abadi, Worldcoin’s local operator, over serious violations related to data privacy and registration requirements. This move is part of a larger push for stricter regulations on biometric technologies, especially in light of concerns regarding iris scanning and unauthorized use of personal data.