A report by a Louisville, Ky., TV station claimed a man had his credit card stolen with an RFID reader, but the incident appears to be a fabrication.
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Bogus RFID Claims Continue
An article posted on The New American’s Web site makes grossly inaccurate assertions, because the reporter doesn’t understand the difference between RFID passports and PASS cards.
CNBC Adds Spark With RFID
A recent segment featured Gary R. Johnson, Blue Spark Technologies’ president and CEO, explaining how thin, flexible batteries could enhance RFID systems.
Widening the Gap
Stronger retailers have an opportunity not just to survive the current downturn, but also to greatly distance themselves from the competition.
Another Blogger Confuses the RFID Issue
Robin Harris, a blogger on ZDNet, claims RFID passports will lead to your being captured by a terrorist. He hasn’t got a clue.
ZDNet Continues to Spread Misinformation About E-Passports
Blogger Robin Harris gets his facts wrong about RFID transponders in passports yet again.
When Will All Transit Systems Adopt RFID?
The technology is not only more convenient, but also saves millions of dollars in costs.
AP Hack Strikes Again
Todd Lewan’s recent article about skimming IDs from PASS cards spreads the usual misinformation.
RFID and EAS Confusion
Some apparel retailers are apparently confusing RFID and electronic article surveillance solutions.
A Positive News Story About RFID
A Time magazine article praises ClearCount’s smart sponges for their ability to reduce the number of sponges left in patients.
American Apparel RFID Project Featured in Video
Avery Dennison has produced a video explaining how radio frequency identification is being used to improve operations at American Apparel’s stores.
The Globe and Mail—Misinforming Readers Once Again
A new article continues the newspaper’s standing practice of misinforming the public regarding RFID.