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Portugal Shuts Down Worldcoin Biometric Data Collection: A Look Into Recent Events

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Portugal has been making headlines recently with various actions taken against Worldcoin's biometric data collection project. The country's data regulator has ordered the suspension of the iris-scanning project, citing concerns over data privacy. This move comes after a noticeable decline in Portuguese subscribers to sports streaming platforms and the blocking of Vodafone's acquisition of Nowo. The OECD's report on corruption also highlighted Portugal's failings in monitoring the registers of interests of high-ranking State officials.

In a surprising turn of events, Portugal's data regulator has stepped in to halt Sam Altman's Worldcoin from collecting biometric data for 90 days. The project, aimed at proving people's humanity in a world dominated by artificial intelligence, has faced backlash over data privacy fears. Despite Worldcoin's insistence that they do not scan minors' eyeballs, the suspension remains in place. This decision adds to Portugal's effort to regulate data collection and privacy concerns in the digital age.

Looking back, Portugal has experienced some of its hottest years on record, with 2022 and 2023 being particularly scorching. The country faced seven heatwaves in 2022, highlighting the growing impact of climate change. Additionally, the AdC's block on Vodafone's acquisition of Nowo reflects the competitive landscape in Portugal's telecom industry. These events underscore the complexities and challenges facing the country across various sectors, from data privacy to climate resilience and business competition.

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Portugal: AdC blocks Vodafone's acquisition of Nowo (Advanced Television)

Vodafone Portugal's attempt to buy Portuguese telecom operator Nowo, first announced in September 2022, has been thwarted by Portugal's Competition ...

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Portugal's hottest years on record (so far): 2022 and 2023 (Portugal Resident)

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Portugal: Downturn in sports streaming subs (Advanced Television)

There has been a noticeable decline in Portuguese subscribers to sports streaming platforms since November 2023. The latest B-Stream study from Marktest ...

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Portugal orders Sam Altman's Worldcoin to halt data collection (Reuters India)

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Portugal's data regulator suspends iris-scanning project (Portugal Resident)

Portugal's data regulator suspends iris-scanning project; 90-day suspension comes after 300000 Portuguese have 'sold' their data.

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Worldcoin insists it doesn't scan minors' eyeballs after Portugal pulls ... (DL News)

Worldcoin, the iris-scanning startup created to prove people's humanity in a world overrun by artificial intelligence, has just been banned in yet another ...

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Portugal suspends Sam Altman's Worldcoin over data privacy fears (Courthouse News Service)

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Sam Altman's Worldcoin Ordered To Stop Data-Collection In Portugal (NDTV)

Portugal's data regulator has ordered Sam Altman's iris-scanning project Worldcoin to stop collecting biometric data in Portugal for 90 days, the regulator ...

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Portugal Shuts Down Worldcoin Biometric Data Collection (pymnts.com)

Portugal has reportedly put the brakes on Worldcoin's biometric data collection in the latest regulatory setback for the company.

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Portugal orders Worldcoin to stop collecting iris biometrics for 90 days (Biometric Update)

Portugal's data regulator has imposed a 90-day suspension on Worldcoin's biometric data collection activities in the country.

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Portugal Temporarily Halts Worldcoin's Biometric Data Collection (Finance Magnates)

Portugal's data regulator, CNPD, has ordered Worldcoin to cease collecting biometric data for 90 days.

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Cristiano Ronaldo turned in a forgettable performance as Portugal were beaten 2-0 by Slovenia on Tuesday.

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Worldcoin ordered to halt biometric data collection in Portugal: report (The Block - Crypto News)

A project closely tied to OpenAI CEO Sam Altman faces another temporary ban in Europe as Worldcoin attempts to grow signup numbers.

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'No penalty, no party!' - Fans accuse Cristiano Ronaldo of 'ghosting ... (Goal.com)

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WorldCoin's data collection suspended in Portugal for the collection ... (MediaNama.com)

The Portuguese data protection authority has suspended the data collection of WorldCoin for storing children's data without parental control.

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'No penalty, no party!' - Fans accuse Cristiano Ronaldo of 'ghosting ... (Goal.com)

Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo has been criticised for his performance and his behaviour in Tuesday's defeat to Slovenia.

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'No penalty, no party!' - Fans accuse Cristiano Ronaldo of 'ghosting ... (Goal.com)

Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo has been criticised for his performance and his behaviour in Tuesday's defeat to Slovenia.

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Gen Zer moved from US to Portugal for cheaper life, better career (Business Insider)

Kylie Adamec, 26, found that rent, taxes, and healthcare are cheaper and easier to navigate in Portugal.

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Worldcoin banned in Portugal over privacy concerns (Finextra)

Worldcoin, the crypto biometric project fronted by OpenAI boss Sam Altman, has been temporarily banned in Portugal over data privacy concerns.

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