Published on April 17, 2026
Zoom has long been a staple in virtual collaboration, providing a reliable platform for meetings, webinars, and conferences. In recent years, however, the rise of deepfake technology has raised concerns about the legitimacy of participants in online interactions.
To address this growing issue, Zoom has partnered with World, led , to introduce a verification feature using World’s Deep Face technology. This innovation allows participants to authenticate their humanity through iris-scanned biometric profiles, ensuring a “Verified Human” badge is displayed during meetings.
This new feature comes as businesses grapple with the financial fallout from deepfake scams, which reportedly cost over $200 million in the first quarter of 2025. activity, Zoom aims to restore trust and security in virtual communication.
The integration underscores a significant step forward in the battle against identity fraud in digital spaces. As the prevalence of deepfakes continues to grow, technologies like this may become essential for safeguarding online interactions.
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