31 Jul, 2007Understanding RFID part 4: The black art of RFID antennas
By Jerry Banks and Les G. Thompson, co-authors of RFID Applied The design of the antennas used by RFID tags and RFID readers is one of the most critical pieces in RFID infrastructure. This is because the antennas facilitate the communication between an RFID reader and a tag through free space. Both the reader and […]
24 Jul, 2007Contactless expertise helps CPI become a leading producer of secure cards
New ownership brings new capital, capacity, and expansion By Andy Williams, Contributing Editor CPI Card Group is ready for prime time. Not that it hasn’t been all along, but thanks to extensive investments in equipment and personnel, the Colorado-based card manufacturer is getting ready for an “exploding” card market, whether contact or contactless. And prime […]
19 Jul, 2007New form factors with the contactless Mifare MINI offered by ASSA ABLOY ITG
ASSA ABLOY Identification Technologies announced availability of a series of form factors containing the Mifare MINI contactless chip. The MINI has a smaller memory size (320 Byte EEPROM) but uses the same security and file structure as the popular Mifare 1K. The company is offering the solution in cards, ID bands, key fobs, and other […]
18 Jul, 2007FIME okays Atmel chip for ePassport use
The ePassport testing lab, FIME, has certified Atmel’s AT90SC12872RCFT secure microcontroller is compliant with ICAO and ISO 14443 specs. FIME qualifies Atmel’s AT90SC12872RCFT secure microcontroller for ICAO applications FIME, a key player in today’s ePassport test market, recently announced a new ePassport test bench for ISO 14443 and ICAO specifications compliance testing applying ISO 10373 […]
13 Jul, 2007New biometric paying device
The Thrifty Scot reports that credit card customers would be able to track debt as it happens if this new invention ends up on the market. It is a contactless credit card designed by Jacob Palmborg that shows customers their financial status before making a purchase. Customers could link it to any of their accounts, […]
12 Jul, 2007RFID makes every drop count at smart bars and restaurants
By David Wyld, Contributing Editor According to hospitality industry experts, every year in the United States, over $7 billion is lost due to “liquor shrinkage.” What is “liquor shrinkage?” It happens when bartenders give out free drinks, overpour intentionally making drinks too strong, or make mistakes as they mix cocktails. It also happens when bottles […]
11 Jul, 2007Industry icon Bruce Lane to depart CBORD after 22 years
After growing company to major market leader, Mr. Lane announces retirement By Andy Williams, Contributing Editor When Bruce Lane signed on with campus card system provider CBORD 22 years ago, it was still a small company. As he explains it, he was “employee No. 14.” But today, CBORD has some 475 employees and serves hundreds […]
11 Jul, 2007New fingerprint reader brings biometrics to consumer desktops
Eikon from UPEK available from Amazon.com and more By Ryan Kline, Contributing Editor The new Eikon biometric fingerprint reader from UPEK has a sleek look to it and is within reach of individual as well as corporate users. At just $39.99 at Amazon.com, it seems a cost effective option to secure a computer with this […]
03 Jul, 2007Say goodbye to receipts and hello to payment cards at all kinds of new places
The Federal Reserve has eliminated the requirement for receipts to be provided for payment card transactions of $15 or less. This opens the floodgates for cards to be accepted at an array of new locales – from vending machines and parking meters to kiosks and laundries. I would venture to say that we may soon […]
03 Jul, 2007Contactless inlay manufacturer acquired by Assa Abloy ITG
Contactless inlay manufacturer, Aontec, has been acquired by Assa Abloy ITG. The Irish company will bring additional expertise, capacity, and client base to ITG’s portfolio of secure document offerings, specifically ePassports and identity credentials. Assa Abloy ITG acquires Irish inlay manufacturer Aontec Acquisition enables further expansion and helps to meet growing demands of the global […]
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