Near Field Communication (NFC) stories
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University of Sydney adopts mobile credentials for campus access
Thu, 25th Jul 2024
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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nfc
The University of Sydney teams up with Gallagher Security and Transact Campus to launch a mobile credential system.
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Hands-on review: Aspera Nitro 2 smartphone
Tue, 28th May 2024
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smartphones
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surveillance
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reviews
Australia budget mobile phone manufacturer, Aspera Mobile, has released its Nitro 2 Android Go smartphone. Techday’s Darren Price takes a look at the pearl version of the phone sent over for review.
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Brands increasingly investing in QR & NFC marketing
Thu, 2nd May 2024
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nfc
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authentication
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sharpend
SharpEnd's report reveals global brands' increasing reliance on connected tech like QR and NFC, paving the way for personalised marketing.
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Getac unveils AI-ready rugged Android tablet, ZX80
Fri, 1st Mar 2024
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nfc
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gps
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software
Getac launches the ZX80, an AI-ready, rugged 8-inch tablet running Android and designed to boost efficiency in industries including utilities, transportation, and manufacturing.
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IDEMIA, JCB and Soft Space launch second phase of digital currency project
Thu, 21st Dec 2023
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martech
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commerce systems
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supply chain systems
IDEMIA, JCB and Soft Space advance to phase two of JCB Digital Currency project, focusing on offline peer-to-peer transfers.
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Samsung announces upgraded tracking device with Galaxy SmartTag2
Thu, 5th Oct 2023
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smartphones
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samsung
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nfc
Alongside the release of its updated Galaxy FE lineup, Samsung has also announced its updated tracking device, the Galaxy SmartTag2.
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Charter Hall Enhances Tenant Experience App with HID Mobile Access
Wed, 29th Mar 2023
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digital transformation
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mobile apps
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case study
Charter Hall recognized that integrating mobile access control into the app would optimize the role Charli plays in achieving a frictionless experience.
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Near Field Communication to reach US$46 billion by 2027
Thu, 5th Jan 2023
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cx
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martech
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iot
The global near-field communication market was US$17,875 million in 2020 and will be US$46,781 million by 2027, registering a CAGR of 14.8% from 2021 to 2027.
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Main invests in verification specialist as demand grows
Fri, 18th Feb 2022
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investment
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m&a
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nfc
Main Capital Partners has acquired a majority stake in InnoValor, the creator of ReadID - a global, mobile identity verification software provider using NFC.
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Gaming company Polemos to enable the monetisation of NFT gaming assets from blockchain games.
Wed, 29th Dec 2021
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cryptocurrency
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blockchain
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nfc
Gaming company Polemos aims to create the first GameFi platform allowing users to monetise NFT gaming assets from blockchain games.
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Aussie startup pre-empts hackers with smartphone tech that blocks NFC attacks
Tue, 8th Aug 2017
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physical security
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rfid
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nfc
Smartphone NFC capabilities put users at risk of identity theft and hacking, warns Australian startup ARMOURCARD.
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Signagelive offers up contextual, responsive digital signage with NFC
Tue, 12th Jan 2016
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digital signage
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martech
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commerce systems
Signagelive is using NFC and Beacon technology are being used to help serve up contextual and responsive, interactive digital signage.
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ASB offers customers PayTag sticker for mobile payments
Mon, 24th Nov 2014
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commerce systems
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martech
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payment technologies
The ASB PayTag allows users to switch between their accounts within the ASB Mobile Banking app or by using online banking.
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Westpac chooses Gemalto technology for mobile payments
Wed, 19th Nov 2014
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westpac
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nfc
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optelio
The Optelio Contactless Sticker embeds a secure EMV microprocessor that will be linked to Westpac customers' credit or debit cards.
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Apple Pay will change the way you buy everything
Fri, 24th Oct 2014
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smartphones
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martech
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commerce systems
The technology means retailers will be able to accept payments via smartphones, and one day people may be able to exchange money using only their phones.
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New iPhone 6 gives NFC 'shot in the arm'
Thu, 18th Sep 2014
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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apple iphone
Apple's iPhone 6 launch not only advanced tech specs but also revolutionised NFC with Apple Pay, boosting contactless payments.
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Serko: Good things come to those who wait
Thu, 11th Sep 2014
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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apple iphone
It takes a 119.5 seconds to pour the perfect pint, but in the world of technology, it’s taken five years to utilise the perfect patent.
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Apple Pay marks 'milestone' in payments space
Thu, 11th Sep 2014
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smartphones
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martech
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commerce systems
Apple Pay's entrance into the payments industry will have a bigger impact in remote mobile payments, according to Ovum.
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Serko on song as Apple NFC becomes reality...
Wed, 10th Sep 2014
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personal computing devices
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serko
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nfc
Serko, a New Zealand company with NFC patents, welcomes Apple's announcement of NFC support in new iPhones. Mobile payments to go mainstream.
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Opinion: Merchants will decide the fate of Apple's mobile wallet
Tue, 9th Sep 2014
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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apple iphone
The success of Apple's mobile wallet will depend on merchant acceptance, according to a report from Forrester Research.