About the Company: Tools for Humanity is pioneering a genuine human network crafted to empower individuals in the era of artificial intelligence. As automation transforms the digital landscape, there is a critical need for a reliable mechanism to validate human identity while ensuring privacy. Our innovative products, including Orb for identity verification, World ID for private proof of identity, and World App to facilitate the deployment of new applications, collectively create a robust infrastructure for an AI-driven internet.We are among the fastest-growing networks in the tech industry, having verified over 17 million individuals across 160 countries, with a remarkable rate of 350,000 verifications per week. Our World App has emerged as one of the most widely used digital wallets worldwide, providing developers with the tools to create safer online experiences where real individuals can engage, earn, and receive recognition—attributes beyond the reach of AI.Founded in 2019 and launched globally in 2023, our team comprises over 400 professionals specializing in hardware, software, AI, cryptography, mobile engineering, and global operations. Our diverse talent pool includes experts from leading organizations such as OpenAI, Tesla, SpaceX, Apple, Google, Stripe, Meta, Coinbase, Palantir, and MIT Media Lab. We are backed by top-tier investors including a16z, Khosla Ventures, Bain Capital Crypto, Blockchain Capital, Variant, Tiger Global, and Coinbase Ventures, alongside prominent leaders from the fintech and AI sectors.Our achievements have garnered significant media attention, featuring on the cover of TIME Magazine, highlighted in Fast Company’s Next 5 in Fintech, and explored in a Bloomberg deep dive. Further recognition includes coverage by The New York Times, Bankless, and TechCrunch, showcasing our advancements in identity, cryptography, AI, and large-scale hardware deployment.
Apr 15, 2026