World is expanding its digital identity footprint with two new initiatives aimed at increasing access to its World ID platform. The company has announced a partnership with Latin American delivery service Rappi to provide on-demand, in-person identity verification, and has launched operations in Taiwan, marking its latest move into Asia.
The Rappi partnership enables users to schedule a World ID verification via the Rappi app, with a courier delivering a portable biometric scanner – known as an “Orb” – directly to their door. The service is initially available in the Buenos Aires neighborhoods of Belgrano and Palermo, with plans to scale across Argentina. This move is designed to eliminate travel-related friction in the identity verification process, expanding the accessibility of World ID in urban centers where delivery infrastructure is well-established.
Expansion into Taiwan
On the same day, World also announced the launch of World ID in Taiwan, establishing a World Space in Taipei where residents can verify their identity. Taiwan, known for its rapid digital adoption and AI-forward policies, presents a favorable environment for World’s biometric platform. A recent Ipsos survey commissioned by World indicated that 88 percent of Taiwanese respondents are concerned about distinguishing bots from real people online, reinforcing demand for technologies like World ID.
Participation in the Taiwan rollout begins with downloading the World App and completing an Orb-based identity check. Once verified, users can claim WLD tokens, with personal data remaining encrypted and locally stored on each individual’s device. The privacy-preserving architecture aligns with Taiwan’s broader digital governance principles, including those laid out in its AI Taiwan Action Plan.
Global Context and Strategic Momentum
These announcements build on World’s recent global momentum. Earlier this year, the company launched World ID in the Philippines, aiming to bring secure digital identity solutions to a population that is rapidly digitizing public services. World has also been making inroads in the tech sector. Earlier this month, gaming brand Razer announced a partnership with World to deploy its identity verification tools in an effort to curb the use of AI bots in online gaming environments. That initiative reflects broader industry concerns about maintaining trust in virtual ecosystems.
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May 30, 2025 – by Cass Kennedy and Alex Perala
