Hong Kong: Issued PCPD ruling following investigation into Worldcoin project for potential data privacy violations
Description
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…
Scope
Policy Area
Data governance
Policy Instrument
Data protection regulation
Regulated Economic Activity
digital payment provider (incl. cryptocurrencies)
Implementation Level
national
Government Branch
executive
Government Body
data protection authority