While 2011 was a big hype year for NFC payments, 2012 may see the technology challenged by cloud-based solutions that use existing mobile infrastructure, according to Mobile Commerce Daily. So far 2012 has been somewhat of a down year for NFC – particularly thanks to Google Wallet’s recent security woes. Meanwhile, PayPal has made its […]

Yubico has announced the launch of YubiKey NEO, an NFC-enabled version of its YubiKey USB authentication token for single tap mobile security. The device, which fits on a keychain and includes NFC contactless technology as well as a USB interface, can be read by an NFC-enabled smart phone or tablet straight out of the box […]

Identec Solutions has implemented a real-time location (RTLS) system that automatically tracks automobiles at Volkswagen’s Bratislava production plant. The SensorSMART platform is a multifunctional, modular wireless system that combines RFID, RTLS and wireless sensing technologies for the real-time monitoring and tracking of a wide range of objects and personnel. Each vehicle is fitted with an […]

DigitalPersona announced it has deployed biometric solutions to help manage the security of protected health information to better comply with industry regulations at Saratoga Hospital. The hospital implementedthe DigitalPersona Pro software and U.are.U Fingerprint Readers, which will enable the hospital to restrict access to patient records to only those responsible for their care and fall […]

Mobey Forum released a white paper analyzing how the rollout of the mobile wallet will be dictated by the various stakeholders involved in its development and deployment. The second in a series of mobile wallet white papers from Mobey Forum, “Control Points in Mobile Wallets” identifies seven key areas (“control points”) within the mobile wallet […]

Cryptomathic introduced Mobile AuthApp, a line of two-factor authentication apps for smart phones. These apps enable users to authenticate themselves via a mobile device without the need for a separate authentication token. The Mobile AuthApp line can generate one-time passwords on a number of mobile operating systems, including Blackberry, Android and iOS. Due to its […]

Online identity provider Yubico has combined its two-factor authentication product with Password Safe, a free, open source password manager software. The Windows-based product enables users to manage and secure their Internet passwords. The new product works with a YubiKey USB-token that handles the login process with a secure One-Time Password. With it, a Password Safe […]