Dominican Republic: Issued interim ruling in NIPCR investigation into Worldcoin Foundation over alleged abusive clauses requiring users to provide biometric data in exchange for cryptocurrencies
Description
Issued interim ruling in NIPCR investigation into Worldcoin Foundation over alleged abusive clauses requiring users to provide biometric data in exchange for cryptocurrencies
On 14 November 2024, the National Institute for the Protection of Consumer Rights (NIPCR) issued an interim ruling, suspending Worldcoin Foundation's operations in the Dominican Republic. The ruling was based on concerns regarding adhesion contracts…
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
consumer protection authority