Jalang’o Questions the Legitimacy of Worldcoin

Lang’ata Member of Parliament Phelix Odiwuour, popularly known as Jalang’o, has questioned the legitimacy of Worldcoin, a digital identification platform that is currently trending in Kenya.

In a video posted on his Instagram Stories, Jalang’o said that he believes Worldcoin is a scam and that people who participate in it are likely to lose money.

“Ni mimi tu ama hii worldcoin ni utapeli? Naona watu watalia,” he said, which loosely translates to “It’s just me or this Worldcoin is a scam? I see people will cry.”

Worldcoin is a project co-founded by OpenAI CEO Sam Altman. The platform’s goal is to provide every individual on Earth with a verified digital identity, backed by a unique cryptocurrency token called Worldcoin (WLD) and a crypto wallet app.

To participate in Worldcoin, people must have their eyeballs scanned. This has raised concerns about privacy and data protection.

In an interview with Mpasho, a Worldcoin agent who wished to remain anonymous said that the process of recruiting people for the project has been “good so far.”

“We are helping Kenyans cash out,” the agent said. “Times are tough and they need money in their pocket. It’s useless to give people crypto when they have never heard about it.”

The agent said that they approach people and explain to them what Worldcoin is and how it works. They also explain that cashing out is not as easy as people think and that there is a risk of losing money.

“You convince them and help them out and you retain your commission,” the agent said. “Everyone goes home happy.”

The agent acknowledged that there are privacy concerns associated with Worldcoin, but they said that change is inevitable.

“The bottom line is people need money and there is money being offered by billionaires,” the agent said. “Why not take it?”

Jalang’o’s concerns about Worldcoin are shared by many people. The project has been criticized for its lack of transparency and for its potential to be used for surveillance.

It is important to do your research before participating in Worldcoin or any other new digital currency project.