A collective launched by five technology companies plan to develop and release store-hailing systems in cities around the world. Founding members include Robomart and Avery Dennison Smartrac for its RFID technology to identify products on the shelf. Common use...
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HID Global Takes Wide View for RFID Growth
The technology company is releasing new products that include customized tags for an expanding set of RFID technology applications. Some use cases include tracking fans at FIFA soccer events, fine whiskeys for brand protection, and wool bales through the supply...
USDA Announces Publication of Cattle Tagging Program
New rule being published by the Animal Plant Health Inspection Service will require electronic identification ear tags for dairy, and some beef, cattle in 180 days. Such EID tags come with LF or UHF RFID chips, to be read with handheld or fixed RFID readers....
Stella Automotive AI Raises Nearly $20M in Latest Financing Round
The funding will go to supporting ongoing product development and drive growth in the market, according to company officials. Editor's Note: This story was first published on DigitalDealer.com Stella Automotive AI raised $19.7 million in a Series A financing...
Descartes Acquires Ireland-Based RFID and Customs Firm ASD
With ASD under its umbrella, Descartes can provide RFID airline-based asset and goods tracking systems as well as its existing Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) cargo management. The acquisition of ASD is Descartes’ 31st purchase since 2015. Logistics and supply chain...
SML, Microsoft, Penguin Location Services, ZulaFly, Rehrig Pacific, QTek Design: RFID News Roundup
SML to Demo Clarity at Microsoft Headquarters RFID company SML RFID was selected to showcase its Clarity RFID solution at the Microsoft Industry Experience Center (IEC), in Redmond, WA. The IEC is a private space at Microsoft's headquarters intended to feature cutting...
SharpEnd Report Finds 85% of Brands Increasing NFC Investment
SharpEnd second Connected Experience Report surveyed more than 1,000 c-suite executives Growing demand for ‘value add digital experiences’ from consumers appeals to brands More executives are looking to use near-field communication (NFC) in their brand packaging to...
New IoT Solution Available for Youth Sports
Kore and GoRout are partnering to transform on-field sports coaching and player performance. Real-time data transmission will allow coaches and players to interact during both practice and games through wearables In an leap forward for youth sports, IoT company...
Delta TechOps Boosts Efficiency, Prevents Loss with RFID
Delta Airline’s TechOps In-Flight Entertainment and Connectivity team is managing the flow of high value equipment for free Wi-Fi deployments with RFID The solution from RFID4U has helped the company locate misplaced items and prevent loss, including locating a...
Peel and Stick RFID Data Logger Tracks Conditions at Low Cost
Axzon’s Opus Data Logger is a peel and stick temperature and humidity sensor that is low cost and can track perishable goods through the supply chain. The printed battery can power the sensor readings, while UHF RFID readers interrogate the device to capture all those...
Tageos Sets Focus on Sustainability and Performance for RFID
Tageos brought a message of sustainability, new engineering and partnerships to RFID Journal LIVE in Las Vegas last week. The company has launched offerings to help companies engineer solutions for unique use cases. Updating antenna designs and material...
ProMach Expands to Mexican Market, Buys RFID Labels Producer Etiflex
ProMach sees the addition of Etiflex continues the expansion of their label-converting capabilities. Etiflex staffers will become part of ProMach’s Labeling & Coding business line, ProMach is expanding its North American footprint. The Cincinnati-based...