In a move to strengthen Malaysia’s digital infrastructure, MIMOS Berhad, the applied R&D arm of the Malaysian Government, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Worldcoin Foundation, Tools for Humanity (TFH), and MyEG, a leading e-government service provider. This collaboration aims to integrate Worldcoin’s technology into the country’s digital systems, focusing on digital proof of humanness in the era of artificial intelligence.
The partnership seeks to leverage Worldcoin’s protocol and TFH’s cutting-edge technologies to enhance digital credential initiatives in Malaysia. A core element of this integration involves providing Malaysian citizens with access to advanced iris imaging technology, developed by TFH, to verify individual humanness through Worldcoin’s operations.
Key Areas of Collaboration
The MoU outlines several potential avenues for joint efforts, including:
- Orb Manufacturing: Exploring local production of Worldcoin’s iris-scanning devices, known as Orbs.
- Blockchain Integration: Bridging Worldcoin’s blockchain infrastructure with Malaysia’s National Blockchain Infrastructure.
- Technology Deployment: MyEG will focus on technical integrations and hardware deployment to support MIMOS’s digital initiatives.
The Worldcoin Foundation has committed to ensuring its technology remains open-source and freely accessible. Additionally, TFH will provide technical support for both the Orb and World App, while MyEG will handle the implementation and rollout.
Global Privacy and Security Measures
This partnership follows Worldcoin’s recent expansions in Europe and Latin America. To date, over 6.4 million individuals worldwide have verified their humanness using Worldcoin’s biometric system.
Earlier this year, Worldcoin introduced a secure multi-party computation (SMPC) system, enhancing the privacy and security of biometric data. This cryptographic breakthrough allows the verification of unique iris codes without revealing any personal information, ensuring robust protection against data misuse.
About MIMOS Berhad
MIMOS, under Malaysia’s Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation (MOSTI), is a leading innovation center specializing in semiconductors, microelectronics, and ICT technologies. The agency has filed over 1,300 patents and plays a significant role in driving Malaysia’s digital transformation. MIMOS focuses on research in semiconductor technology, advanced electronics, and smart nation solutions, while fostering collaborations and exploring new opportunities with global partners.
The collaboration with Worldcoin highlights Malaysia’s commitment to advancing digital identity solutions and underscores the importance of secure and trustworthy digital credentials in the rapidly evolving digital landscape.
