The NFC Forum, a non-profit organization comprised of major tech companies advocating for the NFC standard, envisions a future where a single tap can initiate multiple actions simultaneously. Imagine being able to pay for a purchase, earn rewards points, and receive a digital receipt on your phone with just one tap. The NFC Forum has released a comprehensive document outlining the potential of NFC multi-purpose tap capability and its various applications.
This innovative technology allows NFC devices to read and write data over a connection, enabling a range of actions to be completed in a single tap. For example, when purchasing alcohol, tapping to pay could also verify your identity and age. Additionally, you could instantly access information on a product’s sustainability and recycling options on your phone after making a payment.
In the realm of public transit, this technology has the potential to revolutionize…
2024-07-01 23:30:46
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