Sam Altman’s crypto venture Worldcoin (WLD) is now officially available in most parts of the U.S., marking a significant milestone with its listing on Coinbase, a leading American crypto exchange.

Users can earn 16 WLD tokens by scanning their irises at designated World Orb locations, a method previously employed in Asia and other regions. The popularity of the project in the U.S. remains to be determined.

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Americans Signing Up for World App Gain Over $150 in WLD Tokens

In addition to receiving WLD tokens for iris scans, participants downloading the World app can receive a ‘pioneer grant’ of 150 WLD directly deposited into their wallets, valued at approximately $155 at current rates.

Worldcoin has reportedly scanned over 12 million retinas globally, with 894 Orb locations around the world including new sites in cities such as Atlanta and Miami.
Worldcoin, developed by Tools for Humanity co-founded by Sam Altman, has recently updated its orb design and announced a smaller ‘Orb Mini’.

Worldcoin Partners With Visa for Upcoming Debit Card

Moreover, Tools for Humanity is collaborating with Visa to introduce a debit card in 2025, enabling WLD to be converted to fiat currency at the point of sale. Altman announced this development alongside CEO Alex Blania at a San Francisco press conference, further promoting the launch of Worldcoin and the iris scanning Orbs.

The World wallet app serves as the main platform for using WLD, allowing users to send cryptocurrency privately linked to World IDs. It also includes a range of mini-apps and partnerships with major companies.

Market Reaction and Token Performance

Despite the hype around Worldcoin’s launch, the WLD token has seen a decrease of 1.5% in value today. However, it has shown resilience with a 26% increase over the past week and a 35% rise over two weeks. Accessing U.S. customers via Coinbase presents a notable opportunity, with the exchange reportedly having around 600,000 daily active users from the U.S. alone.

For a comprehensive overview, COINGECKO offers further insights into WLD’s performance and market trends.

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