The Bavarian State Office for Data Protection (BayLDA) has ordered Worldcoin to delete users' biometric data, with the company appealing the decision. This impacts Worldcoin's operations in the EU significantly. The focus is on Worldcoin's iris scan data collection practices.

The BayLDA investigation highlighted non-compliance with GDPR, prompting the order for data deletion and future explicit consent. Worldcoin claims recent technological upgrades have addressed these concerns, suggesting the watchdog's worries are outdated.

Despite recent market challenges, including the WLD token's fluctuating performance amid a rebranding, Worldcoin remains under intense scrutiny. Germany's recent crackdown on crypto regulations adds pressure, making the future of the company uncertain.