Researchers Block Cloning of Passive RFID

Author: Donald Sears
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Engineering researchers at the University of Arkansas have developed a
unique and robust method to prevent cloning of passive radio frequency
identification tags.

Engineering researchers at the University of Arkansas have developed a
unique and robust method to prevent cloning of passive radio frequency
identification tags. The technology, based on one or more unique
physical attributes of individual tags rather than information stored
on them, will prevent the production of counterfeit tags and thus
greatly enhance both security and privacy for government agencies,
businesses and consumers. Read the full article. [Science Daily]

*RFID image via myuibe‘s Flickr photostream

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