Hong Kong: PCPD investigation into Worldcoin project
Progress
Current status
in force
22 May 2024 in force
31 Jan 2024 under deliberation
Scope
Implementers
Hong Kong
Policy Area
Data governance
Policy Instrument
Data protection regulation
Regulated Economic Activity
digital payment provider (incl. cryptocurrencies)
Government Branch
executive
Government Body
data protection authority
Implementation Level
national
Timeline of events
Issued PCPD ruling following investigation into Worldcoin project for potential data privacy violations
On 22 May 2024, the Office of the Privacy Commissioner for Personal Data (PCPD) in Hong Kong concluded its investigation into the Worldcoin project, finding multiple contraventions of the Personal Data (Privacy) Ordinance (PDPO). The PCPD's findings…
SourceEvent type
investigation
Action type
ruling
Government branch
executive
Government body
data protection authority
Announced PCPD investigation into Worldcoin project for potential data privacy violations
On 31 January 2024, the Office of the Privacy Commissioner for Personal Data (PCPD) in Hong Kong announced an investigation into the Worldcoin project, which offers services in digital identity and cryptocurrency, suspecting serious risks to persona…
SourceEvent type
investigation
Action type
announcement
Government branch
executive
Government body
data protection authority