A few days ago we mentioned the wide spread of the microchip, new possibilities and possible privacy issues ensuing from current and future applications, e.g. RFID sniffing etc.

Near field communication (NFC) is a technology allowing short-distance (-20cm), bidirectional wireless communication between devices such as mobile phones, RFID chips, smartcards, prints etc. Applications range from electronic keys, ticketing, payment and identity services, to personalized marketing, wayfinding, smart posters etc.

In case you live/work in Antwerp (Belgium) and would like to explore and co-invent/co-design the future of (NFC) communication with and within your city, feel free to join the SmartTouch City project (part of the SmartTouch initiative).
Click here for a readable (dutch) version of the invitation.

Related posts:

1. intra-body communication
2. atopia
3. microchips everywhere

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