Dual-interface cards deliver on promise of flexibility
With both contact and contactless on board, the cards are finding favor with a host of global issuers
Contactless 2.0: Latest generation chips are bigger, faster
Biometrics, new apps require more memory and faster data transfer
Episode 154: John McAfee backs authentication key
Evaluating card durability
Industry standard test procedures help issuers achieve the ultimate ’10-year credential'
Fall 2016 Regarding ID
10 Mar, 2011MasterCard plans display cards for U.S. consumers
MasterCard has plans to help banks issue consumer credit cards in the U.S. with an embedded LCD display, reports MSNBC. The display card will provide real-time information such as current balance, recent transactions, and even special messages from banks or coupon codes from merchants. The new screen-enabled card also brings additional features focused on enhancing […]
10 Mar, 2011HUAYUAN launches contactless key chain
Shanghai-based HUAYUAN has announced the release of its new 13.56MHz contactless key chain. Constructed from water-resistant ABS or PVC, the key chain comes with several chip options to ensure compatibility with leading standards, including Mifare series ISO14443A, I CODE SLI ISO 15693/ISO 18000-3, Unique 125kHz EM4102/4100 or GK4001, and Atmel T5557. According to HUAYAUN, the […]
09 Mar, 2011PayPass adoption spreads in Poland
Polish merchants are warming up to contactless payment with the addition of 110 new stores now accepting MasterCard’s PayPass credit and debit cards, according to Polishmarket.com. Customers can now tap and pay at stores belonging to the Ultimate Fashion chain, including Aldo, Esprit, Mexx, Mango, New Look, Hugo Boss, River Island and Wallis. Any purchase […]
09 Mar, 2011Missouri university uses CBORD, HID for its first one-card program
Missouri Southern State University in Joplin has implemented its new campus-wide, one-card program utilizing the CBORD Group’s CS Gold that will power door access, dining purchases, snack/beverage vending, printing, bookstore purchases, health center charges, recreation center privileges and other transactions across campus. Previously, the school’s magnetic stripe ID card was used only for identification and […]
08 Mar, 2011Snapper to launch payment card for Auckland’s new transit system
Snapper is introducing a new contactless payment card designed especially for Auckland’s forthcoming integrated ticketing system, according to Stuff.co.nz. Snapper’s new card, co-branded with Auckland Transport, will conform to the New Zealand Transit Agency’s new national standards for public transport payment cards and readers. The original Snapper, first introduced in Wellington, can be used in […]
08 Mar, 2011NEC unveils portable e-payments terminal with NFC
Tokyo’s NEC Corporation has announced the launch of a new portable terminal for e-money payments, the Multi-Service Terminal/Portable. According to NEC, the terminal supports a broad range of e-money and contact/contactless credit card payment methods, as well as IC card communication standards FeliCa, ISO 14443 Type A and Type B, and NFC. Its highly portable […]
08 Mar, 2011CARTES coming to North America in 2012
The team of CARTES & IDentification and CARTES in ASIA has announced the launch of a new event: CARTES in North America, which will take place from March 5 to March 7, 2012, in Las Vegas. CARTES in North America has been designed to aid companies and organizations in the smart card, digital security and […]
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