Smartrac, a developer of RFID components for a variety of applications, has completed its range of PVC pre-laminates in the ultra-high frequency (UHF) range to enhance convenience in access control applications. Based on the Impinj Monza 4 IC passive RFID chip family, the pre-laminates offer a reading distance of more than 5 meters, enabling fast […]

Infineon, a manufacturer of semiconductor solutions for payment applications, introduced its Coil on Module chip package to support global distribution of dual interface bank and credit cards. The new Infineon chip package combines the security chip and antenna using a radio frequency (RF) link – rather than the common mechanical-electrical connection – which improves the […]

NXP Semiconductors announced that Canada’s South Coast British Columbia Transportation Authority (TransLink) has adopted its MIFARE technology platform for Vancouver’s public transport system. Vancouver is introducing the Compass Card, which will enable passengers to enjoy convenient and secure transactions across buses, sky trains and ferries using just one contactless smart card. In addition, passengers can […]

Transport for London (TfL) is denying implications that bus passengers are being double-charged for fare since it began accepting contactless-enabled bank cards across the public transport system, according to MayorWatch. Since the introduction last month, frequent complaints have been received from passengers who have seen unexpected charges on debit and credit cards and believe they […]

Ingenico, a provider of payment solutions, has been selected by McDonald’s Ukraine to implement its contactless payment terminals equipped with NFC technology to provide multi-choice payment options at all McDonald’s restaurants in Ukraine. The Ingenico PIN Pad iPP350 will be used by McDonald’s Ukraine, enabling users to experiment with contactless and mobile phone (NFC) payments. […]

Confidex, a supplier of contactless fare media, has been selected by Strathclyde Partnership for Transport (SPT) in the western area of Scotland to supply a large volume of contactless ITSO smart tickets for use across the underground Glasgow Subway system. The smart ticketing system will replace the current magnetic stripe tickets in use across the […]

Transportation for London (TfL) announced the rollout of contactless credit card readers on all of the city’s 8,500 buses last month, enabling riders to charge their bus fare directly to their bank accounts. According to The Atlantic, this will be an interesting test case for the future of contactless payments in public transportation systems, particularly […]

Vietnam Export Import Bank (Eximbank) has partnered with MasterCard to launch contactless cards to its consumers to provide a fast, secure and convenient alternative to cash. Roughly 25,000 contactless payment cards will be issued, converting all existing customers to MasterCard PayPass cardholders. Eximbank will also assist with the development of a network of PayPass-enabled merchants, […]