During the London 2012 Games, Intellitix powered some of the most exclusive private after-show parties using its full suite of RFID technologies specifically designed to enhance guests’ experience. Using Intellitix systems and ID&C RFID wristbands, an online audience of 2 million was generated when ticket holders linked their bands with Facebook to check in and […]

Xerafy Ltd. introduced an RFID tag solution specially geared towards the construction and gas distribution industries. Xerafy’s Xylinder tags have been specially made for on the field tracking and handling. They fit onto gas cylinders and the neck of the bottles holding on during the construction process. The tags are also ATEX certified for safe […]

Trimble unveiled a number of new capabilities for its ThingMagic Mercury6e (M6e) embedded ultra-high frequency RFID module and Mercury6 (M6) finished ultra-high frequency RFID reader. Available through a firmware upgrade, the added functionality helps users develop and deploy RFID-enabled solutions for a broad range of traditional and innovative applications. The upgrade delivers enhancements including an […]

At this year’s Toorcamp, a hacker conference and retreat held in Washington State, some 500 or so attendees had the chance to witness the procedure of someone having an RFID implant placed beneath their skin, according to Forbes. Set up in the open air, the “Implantation Station” enabled any camper willing to spend $30 and […]

Shanghai has begun using RFID technology to curb counterfeit taxis and protect both passengers and taxi drivers, according to FutureGov. Authorities of Shanghai have put an RFID-enabled electronic license on each of the 50,000 taxis in the city. The tag will contain information including license plate number, engine number, color of the taxi, and details […]

Some students and parents aren’t pleased with a pilot program by the Northside Independent School District in San Antonio that requires students to wear an RFID-equipped student ID tag. As one student put it: “It’s huge and I have to wear it like a dog collar. It’s ridiculous. There’s absolutely no need for it.” The […]

Panalpina, a Swiss company specializing in intercontinental air and ocean freight and associated supply chain management solutions, is extending its cool chain network with the use of SmartView technology to ensure seamless monitoring, control and documentation. The vast bulk of Panalpina cargo temperature sensitive cargo include pharmaceuticals, chemical pre-products, dangerous and hazardous substances, high-tech wafers, […]