Privacy NEWS
GS1 Releases Privacy-Assessment Tool for RFID Users
The software application is intended to help companies assess any privacy risks that may result from their use of RFID technology, determine if they meet the European Commission's privacy recommendations and show them how to take corrective actions, if necessary.
European Commission Issues Framework for Measuring and Mitigating RFID's Privacy Impact
GS1 expects the voluntary guidelines will increase consumer trust in the technology, thereby advancing the adoption of RFID in Europe.
Adasa Plans Launch of Encryption System for EPC Tags
The company hopes its proprietary solution will gain acceptance as a way to secure tag data, as well as authenticate tags and the products to which they are attached.
Registration Now Open for RFID Journal LIVE! 2011
The RFID industry's biggest event, to be held on Apr. 12-14, in Orlando, Fla., will feature more than 50 case studies presented by leading end users, as well as solutions from more than 175 technology companies.
Northern Arizona University to Use Existing RFID Student Cards for Attendance Tracking
The system takes advantage of passive tags already embedded in student IDs, to automate what is currently a manual process, saving time for instructors of large classes.
New NXP RFID Chips Bring Multiple Functions to Item-Level Tagging
NXP Semiconductors' new G2iL and G2iL+ EPC Gen 2 chips will enable tags to be turned on or off, be switched into low read range, send tamper alerts or transfer data to microcontrollers.
Impinj Launches New High-Performance RFID Chips
The new family of Monza 4 tag chips boasts greater read range, orientation insensitivity, more memory and innovative privacy features.
N.H. Reps Pass RFID Privacy Bill
For the third time in the past four years, the state's house of representatives wants to require businesses to notify consumers if items have RFID tags, and to provide restrictions regarding how those tags are used.
RFID Journal LIVE! to Feature Groundbreaking RFID Business Intelligence System
At its eighth annual conference, RFID Journal is partnering with Lygase to offer exhibitors an unprecedented level of information about attendees visiting their booths, thus maximizing their ROI.
Rhode Island Governor Vetoes Restrictions on RFID
Senate Bill 211 would have prohibited the technology's use to track the locations of students in the state's schools, while also limiting the way in which information from vehicle RFID programs, such as toll collection, is used.
GS1 Releases Guidelines for RFID-based Electronic Article Surveillance
An RFID-based EAS system is already being tested by German retailer Metro Group, using Checkpoint technology to manage inventory, and to deter and track theft.
Scottish Startup Promotes Silent Tags
A system developed by Friendly Technologies uses the privacy mode found in NXP's Icode and Ucode chips to keep tags from being read by unauthorized parties.
BRIDGE Researchers Demo Highly Secure EPC Gen 2 RFID
The group says its prototype shows it is possible to create a passive EPC Gen 2 tag that employs cryptographic keys to protect its data.
European Commission Issues RFID Privacy Recommendations
The document, which spells out ways to protect consumers but also allows for flexibility, should help promote greater implementation of RFID technology.
Washington State Adopts Second RFID Privacy Law
The bill, newly signed by the governor, prohibits scanning RFID tags unless they were provided by the business or agency itself.
Zhenuine Introduces Consumer-Controllable RFID Tag, Online Registry
A startup company has developed a method for making RFID tags that communicate with a reader only when a person presses a button on the tag.
Washington State Rep Reintroduces RFID Legislation
Three bills currently being reviewed by the state's House of Representatives would require retailers to place warning labels on products containing RFID tags, and to obtain opt-in signatures from consumers issued RFID-enabled loyalty cards.
Schwarzenegger Signs Anti-Skimming RFID Measure But Vetoes Bill on School IDs
The law makes it illegal to surreptitiously reading RFID tags embedded in identity documents.
GS1 Canada Revamps RFID Policy Forum
The updated forum will work to encourage discussion about all aspects of RFID-based electronic business processes, as well as provide the public with facts and research.
Drug Pedigree Mandate Could Be Expensive
According to a new study, complying with legislation proposed by two U.S. Congressmen could cost as much as $110,000 per pharmacy—and more than a billion dollars for a large chain.
