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Tools for Humanity, the identity verification startup co-founded by OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, is reportedly laying off staff. The company is known for its Orb devices that scan people's eyes to verify their identity as human, part of its World network.
According to reports, the company has struggled to generate meaningful revenue despite its ambitious biometric verification goals. The layoffs come as Altman's other venture, OpenAI, has filed paperwork related to a potential .
Details on the exact number of employees affected or the company's future plans were not specified in available reporting.
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