Broadcom Introduces Secure RFID Chip
The new processor combines cryptographic and RFID capabilities to secure contactless credit cards and devices used to gain access to buildings, computers or networks.
Cold Chain and Item-Level Tracking Will Drive RFID Adoption
Bill Hardgrave, director of the RFID Research Center at the University of Arkansas, says companies are finding a return on investment in key areas—and this will propel adoption in the next 12 months.
Evolving Price Strategies for RFID Tags
In this guest contribution, Frost & Sullivan analyst Priyanka Gouthaman explores the evolution of RFID tag pricing strategies seen thusfar in the market and predicts what to expect going forward.
New System Reports Patient Falls
Two French companies have teamed up to create a wireless sensor able to detect when a patient falls, and to report that information to a caretaker.
Philly To Get RFID-enabled Vending Machines
USA Technologies will add its RFID-enabled payment terminals to 1,000 Coca-Cola vending machines in the Philadelphia metro area.
New Philips Chip Adds Security Option
The new ICODE SLI-S chip supports security codes to lock and unlock user memory.
Summary of Baird RFID Monthly for June
Baird has released its June report. The twelve-page document is a worthwhile read for anyone requiring an overview of the industry’s last 30 days. For those without time to do so, we have reprinted here the report’s summary.
RFID Systems Integrator ASURYS Shutters
ASURYS, the RFID division of paper and packaging giant International Paper, shuttered in recent weeks after being shopped around the industry for purchase, according to sources. The company employed about 25 people which International Paper will attempt to place in other positions at the company.
New Orleans Library Reopens with RFID
Donations from RFID solutions providers enabled a New Orleans Public Library branch destroyed by Hurricane Katrina to reopen with an RFID infrastructure.
New EPCglobal Tools for Aerospace, Chemical, Pharmacy
The RFID industry body has developed three software applications to help businesses understand how EPC-based RFID technology might impact their organizations.