University of Tokyo Matsuo & Iseki Lab Participates in World's Decentralized "Proof of Humanity" Network
The University of Tokyo Matsuo & Iseki Lab has announced its participation as an independent node in the AMPC (Anonymized Multi-Party Computation) network supporting World's decentralized Proof of Humanity protocol, "World ID." This initiative aims to establish a foundational technology for verifying human uniqueness in an era where distinguishing between AI and humans is increasingly challenging.
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The University of Tokyo Matsuo & Iseki Lab announced its participation as an independent node in the AMPC (Anonymized Multi-Party Computation) network, which underpins World's decentralized Proof of Humanity protocol, "World ID."
https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000010.000160362.html
■ Background
With the evolution of generative AI and AI agents, distinguishing between humans and AI in online interactions is becoming increasingly difficult with conventional technologies. CAPTCHA authentication and Turing tests have already lost their effectiveness, and challenges such as the risk of AI abusing systems designed for humans, the spread of fraud using deepfakes, and chains of misinformation generated by AI are becoming a reality.
In response to this situation, World developed a "Proof of Humanity" mechanism based on the revolutionary idea of "giving uniqueness to humans rather than restricting AI." The University of Tokyo Matsuo & Iseki Lab strongly resonated with the technical significance and societal necessity of this concept and decided to participate.
■ Implementation Details
The AMPC network is characterized by its decentralized design, which does not depend on specific companies or governments. The University of Tokyo Matsuo & Iseki Lab will operate a node in this network as one of the globally trusted independent institutions, alongside the Center for Responsible Decentralized Intelligence (RDI) at UC Berkeley, Friedrich-Alexander-Universität, and KAIST.
Both World and Tools for Humanity are designed not to be involved in the computation process, and the neutrality and transparency created by operation by research institutions are crucial pillars supporting the reliability of this mechanism. The Matsuo & Iseki Lab, as a neutral academic institution, will contribute to its stable operation.
■ Comment from Professor Yutaka Matsuo
With the rapid evolution of generative AI and AI agents, it is becoming difficult to distinguish between "human" and "AI" on the other side of the screen with existing technologies, and I believe this will be an extremely important theme in the future. In this context, I expect that the "Proof of Humanity" provided by World will become an indispensable foundation supporting future information systems.
■ About World
World aims to build the world's largest, open "network of real humans" accessible to everyone. This project was conceived by Sam Altman, Max Novendstern, and Alex Blania, with the goal of providing "proof of being human," "financial infrastructure," and "human connections" to everyone in the AI era. https://world.org/ja-jp
■ About Tools for Humanity
Tools for Humanity (TFH) is a global technology company founded to build human-centric systems in an era of rapidly expanding AI. Co-founded by Sam Altman and Alex Blania, it develops and operates World ID and World App. Its headquarters are in San Francisco, USA, and Munich, Germany. toolsforhumanity.com
■ About University of Tokyo Matsuo & Iseki Lab
The University of Tokyo Matsuo & Iseki Lab has a vision of "creating intelligence" and promotes deep learning research. It conducts research on world models, robotics, large language models, and brain x AI, while also focusing on returning basic research results to society through lectures, joint research with companies, and support for student entrepreneurs. https://weblab.t.u-tokyo.ac.jp/
■ Inquiries
University of Tokyo Matsuo & Iseki Lab Public Relations
pr@weblab.t.u-tokyo.ac.jp
https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000010.000160362.html
■ Background
With the evolution of generative AI and AI agents, distinguishing between humans and AI in online interactions is becoming increasingly difficult with conventional technologies. CAPTCHA authentication and Turing tests have already lost their effectiveness, and challenges such as the risk of AI abusing systems designed for humans, the spread of fraud using deepfakes, and chains of misinformation generated by AI are becoming a reality.
In response to this situation, World developed a "Proof of Humanity" mechanism based on the revolutionary idea of "giving uniqueness to humans rather than restricting AI." The University of Tokyo Matsuo & Iseki Lab strongly resonated with the technical significance and societal necessity of this concept and decided to participate.
■ Implementation Details
The AMPC network is characterized by its decentralized design, which does not depend on specific companies or governments. The University of Tokyo Matsuo & Iseki Lab will operate a node in this network as one of the globally trusted independent institutions, alongside the Center for Responsible Decentralized Intelligence (RDI) at UC Berkeley, Friedrich-Alexander-Universität, and KAIST.
Both World and Tools for Humanity are designed not to be involved in the computation process, and the neutrality and transparency created by operation by research institutions are crucial pillars supporting the reliability of this mechanism. The Matsuo & Iseki Lab, as a neutral academic institution, will contribute to its stable operation.
■ Comment from Professor Yutaka Matsuo
With the rapid evolution of generative AI and AI agents, it is becoming difficult to distinguish between "human" and "AI" on the other side of the screen with existing technologies, and I believe this will be an extremely important theme in the future. In this context, I expect that the "Proof of Humanity" provided by World will become an indispensable foundation supporting future information systems.
■ About World
World aims to build the world's largest, open "network of real humans" accessible to everyone. This project was conceived by Sam Altman, Max Novendstern, and Alex Blania, with the goal of providing "proof of being human," "financial infrastructure," and "human connections" to everyone in the AI era. https://world.org/ja-jp
■ About Tools for Humanity
Tools for Humanity (TFH) is a global technology company founded to build human-centric systems in an era of rapidly expanding AI. Co-founded by Sam Altman and Alex Blania, it develops and operates World ID and World App. Its headquarters are in San Francisco, USA, and Munich, Germany. toolsforhumanity.com
■ About University of Tokyo Matsuo & Iseki Lab
The University of Tokyo Matsuo & Iseki Lab has a vision of "creating intelligence" and promotes deep learning research. It conducts research on world models, robotics, large language models, and brain x AI, while also focusing on returning basic research results to society through lectures, joint research with companies, and support for student entrepreneurs. https://weblab.t.u-tokyo.ac.jp/
■ Inquiries
University of Tokyo Matsuo & Iseki Lab Public Relations
pr@weblab.t.u-tokyo.ac.jp