Brazil’s data protection agency has reaffirmed its ban on World ID’s cryptocurrency payments, citing user privacy. The agency’s rejection of Tools For Humanity’s petition was announced on March 25, emphasizing the risks of compromising user consent.

Tools For Humanity faces significant penalties, including a daily fine of 50,000 Brazilian reais (approximately 8,800 USD), if data collection persists. This ban signals a tougher stance on biometric data practices in Brazil.