“Smart Bands act as a catalyst, enabling patient information to be stored and transferred to and from RFID readers, information systems, and medical devices.” Hal Halim, International Business Manager for PDC, speaks highly of his company’s Smart Band RFID Wristbands and HP RFID PDA readers – recently implemented (as of Friday) at Taiwan’s Chang-Gung Memorial […]

The first in a line of biometrics-based garage door openers have been shipped to consumers by bioMETRX, an industry leader in biometrics solutions. The initial order is for around 1,200 units, thanks largely to the product’s spot on HGTV’s “I Want That!” Also keep an eye out for the biometric garage door opener to make […]

GPS, RFID, and designer-tech medical technology has the potential to help the old and frail live independently for much longer than they thought possible. But stuff like implantable RFID is still evolving, says a report released this week by MedAmerica Insurance Company. “A primary challenge remains in ensuring that devices are used effectively,” said Patricia […]

Part of the AVISIAN Publishing Expert Panel series to be published throughout December 2006 Kieran J. Timmins, Chief Executive Officer, SmartCentric Technologies International Ltd. Although the advantages of a highly secure card for multiple applications on a single platform were obvious, for many the perceived costs of implementing a smart card system outweighed such advantages. […]

Biometric provider, Saflink, received notice from NASDAQ that the company would be delisted from the exchange on Dec. 21 because the share price had fallen below $1.00 for 30 consecutive days. Saflink intends to appeal the ruling which would postpone delisting at least until the hearing is completed. Saflink Receives NASDAQ Delisting Notice KIRKLAND, Wash., […]

A three- to six-month trial of Near Field Communication (NFC) is planned for New York City, enabling select Citibank customers to use their Nokia cell phone from Cingular to pay for purchases at locations that accept Mastercard PayPass. The trial will include merchant locations and the NYC subway lines currently equipped for PayPass acceptance. Citigroup, […]

Secure ID provider Digimarc is serious about “one driver, one license,” and to assist states in reaching that goal, has launched a new Anti-Fraud Service utilizing facial recognition software that can weed out duplicate licenses issued to the same person. Beaverton, Ore.–Digimarc Corporation has announced its Digimarc Anti-Fraud Service, a new offering that helps State […]

A New York biometrics solution provider has acquired a patent that will secure medical records via a fingerprint and will add another layer of security to electronic medical records and controlled equipment. JERICHO, N.Y.,–bioMETRX Inc., a leading developer and supplier of biometric solutions, today announced that it has acquired the patent that encompasses biometric security […]

Nearly one million gaming chips with denominations ranging from 2 euro to 500 euro, many embedded with RFID 125 KHz Hitag Vegas-S microchips gaming chips, have been ordered by Holland Casino, reports Gaming Partners International Corp. (which makes and supplies the chips). The gaming chips, or casino currency, will be manufactured by the group’s subsidiary, […]

A north woods-themed family resort in Ohio, scheduled to open Dec. 14, will be using RFID-enabled wristbands for identification and point-of-sale purchases using technology supplied by California-based Precision Dynamics. The wristbands will provide guests with hotel room keyless entry, cashless payment options, automated arcade token dispensers, and more. SAN FERNANDO, CA – Precision Dynamics Corporation […]