World Chain

What is World Chain?

World Chain is a **human-first Layer-2 blockchain** built by the World Foundation on the Optimism OP Stack and secured by Ethereum. Launched officially on July 24, 2023, it is purpose-built to prioritize verified human users through World ID’s proof-of-personhood system—ensuring real people have fast, cost-effective access to blockchain applications alongside high throughput and robust infrastructure :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}.

Powered by a hybrid identity and economic design, World Chain recognizes verified users by granting them a **free gas allowance**, while prioritizing their transactions in block inclusion and finality—especially during periods of congestion caused by bots or automated scripts :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}

At its core is the native token, **WLD**, which serves as both transaction fuel and governance instrument. WLD can be bridged from Ethereum or claimed by verified individuals on World Chain. Role in hybrid governance mechanisms ensures future decisions reflect real-world participants, not automated entities :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}.

Technically, World Chain uses the OP Stack’s scalability model and Optimism Superchain alignment, delivering near-native Ethereum compatibility. Developers can leverage standard tooling—Hardhat, Ethers.js, Rabby—and onboard through Virtual TestNets and API integrations like Tenderly for production‑grade deployment :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}.

By mid‑2025, the network had already onboarded over **10 million verified World IDs**, processed upwards of **130 million transactions**, and earned strong developer traction through successful previews, gated mainnet access, and ecosystem grants :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}. Its design—centered on verified human interaction—delivers **scalable, equitable, and trusted infrastructure** for identity, payments, governance, and more.

Integration with Cryptoworth

Cryptoworth supports World Chain integration by enabling detailed subledger tracking and reporting for identity-verified blockchain activity:

• Gas usage & WLD token costs—mapped to expense categories
• Bridge events—inflows/outflows between Ethereum and World Chain
• Token issuance—WLD airdrops and grants to verified users
• Governance participation—proposal voting and token transfers

These events are converted into structured journal entries—allocating cost basis, categorizing revenue or expense, and generating reconciled wallet flows exportable to QuickBooks, NetSuite, or ERP systems. Cryptoworth brings **transparent financial clarity to human‑centric blockchain workflows**.

Learn More

• World Chain Quick Start & Human‑First Features
• Early Developer Preview Launch (Cointelegraph)
• World Chain & World ID Whitepaper

Frequently Asked Questions

How does World ID affect transaction costs?

Verified users receive a **free gas allowance** and transaction prioritization, reducing routine network expenses. Cryptoworth captures these allocations and any excess gas usage in WLD or ETH, mapping them to storage or operating costs. Detailed cost-basis tracking ensures accurate ledger entries. Learn more in our Crypto Accounting Software guide.

Can I track WLD airdrops or grants to verified users?

Yes. Cryptoworth detects WLD token grants and airdrops given to verified users, classifies them as income or asset receipts, and generates journal entries with timestamps and wallet references. This makes it easy to reconcile grants and distribute recognized value in financial systems. More in our Crypto Audit pillar.

Does Cryptoworth support bridge transactions between Ethereum and World Chain?

Absolutely—Inegration captures bridge activity for WLD and ETH between Ethereum mainnet and World Chain. Each event is categorized as inter-chain asset movement, with associated gas costs and timestamps. All flows are output-ready for ERP, GL, or GL-based journal systems through our Accounts Receivable Automation Software.