Near Field Communication (NFC) stories
CMF launches slimmest smartphone & three new earbuds
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Nothing's sub-brand CMF launches the Phone 2 Pro, the slimmest model yet, plus three new Buds, with pre-orders from 28 April in Australia.
New Android malware exploits NFC to steal funds instantly
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A new MaaS platform, Supercard X, exploits Android NFC tech allowing cybercriminals to swiftly steal funds, raising urgent security concerns, especially in Asia.
Segi Fresh to invest in Mandalay's agritech for Malaysia
Wed, 19th Feb 2025
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Mandalay Venture Partners has secured its first strategic investor as Malaysia's Segi Fresh joins its agritech portfolio to enhance fresh food supply chains.
Siemens unveils Apple Wallet access for Building X users
Mon, 13th Jan 2025
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Siemens Smart Infrastructure has introduced a mobile access feature for Building X Security Manager, enabling users to enter buildings via Apple Wallet integration.
Tyro launches embedded payments for seamless transactions
Wed, 11th Dec 2024
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Tyro has launched an Australian-developed embedded payments solution, enabling seamless tap-to-pay transactions through various devices and POS systems.
Yubico launches Yubico Enrollment Suite for enterprises
Thu, 14th Nov 2024
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Yubico introduces the Yubico Enrollment Suite, enhancing secure, passwordless onboarding for enterprises and streamlining user enrolment processes.
HID expands Signo Readers line to suit diverse customer needs
Tue, 17th Sep 2024
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HID expands its Signo Readers line to meet diverse customer needs, introducing models that cater to environmental design, rugged use, and budget efficiency.
University of Sydney adopts mobile credentials for campus access
Thu, 25th Jul 2024
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The University of Sydney teams up with Gallagher Security and Transact Campus to launch a mobile credential system.
Hands-on review: Aspera Nitro 2 smartphone
Tue, 28th May 2024
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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.
Brands increasingly investing in QR & NFC marketing
Thu, 2nd May 2024
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SharpEnd's report reveals global brands' increasing reliance on connected tech like QR and NFC, paving the way for personalised marketing.
Getac unveils AI-ready rugged Android tablet, ZX80
Fri, 1st Mar 2024
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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.
IDEMIA, JCB and Soft Space launch second phase of digital currency project
Thu, 21st Dec 2023
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IDEMIA, JCB and Soft Space advance to phase two of JCB Digital Currency project, focusing on offline peer-to-peer transfers.
Samsung announces upgraded tracking device with Galaxy SmartTag2
Thu, 5th Oct 2023
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Alongside the release of its updated Galaxy FE lineup, Samsung has also announced its updated tracking device, the Galaxy SmartTag2.
Charter Hall Enhances Tenant Experience App with HID Mobile Access
Wed, 29th Mar 2023
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Charter Hall recognized that integrating mobile access control into the app would optimize the role Charli plays in achieving a frictionless experience.
Near Field Communication to reach US$46 billion by 2027
Thu, 5th Jan 2023
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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.
Main invests in verification specialist as demand grows
Fri, 18th Feb 2022
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Main Capital Partners has acquired a majority stake in InnoValor, the creator of ReadID - a global, mobile identity verification software provider using NFC.
Gaming company Polemos to enable the monetisation of NFT gaming assets from blockchain games.
Wed, 29th Dec 2021
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Gaming company Polemos aims to create the first GameFi platform allowing users to monetise NFT gaming assets from blockchain games.
Aussie startup pre-empts hackers with smartphone tech that blocks NFC attacks
Tue, 8th Aug 2017
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Smartphone NFC capabilities put users at risk of identity theft and hacking, warns Australian startup ARMOURCARD.
Signagelive offers up contextual, responsive digital signage with NFC
Tue, 12th Jan 2016
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Signagelive is using NFC and Beacon technology are being used to help serve up contextual and responsive, interactive digital signage.
ASB offers customers PayTag sticker for mobile payments
Mon, 24th Nov 2014
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The ASB PayTag allows users to switch between their accounts within the ASB Mobile Banking app or by using online banking.