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  • EU official: Now isn't time for RFID regulations

    The European Commission may have decided against imposing new rules on radio frequency identification tags for now, but a top official warned on Monday that regulations are likely if future uses of the technology don't protect fundamental privacy rights.

  • RFID vulnerable to attacks, researchers say

    Researchers say they have proven that effective attacks can be launched against radio frequency identification tags.

  • RFID revenues on upswing

    Global revenue from radio frequency identification tags is poised to grow from US$300 million in 2004 to US$2.8 billion in 2009, according to a study released Wednesday by market research agency In-Stat.

  • BEA readies 'Diablo' server

    BEA Systems said it will release a test version of its latest WebLogic Server software later this month, and the company also detailed product delivery plans for next year.

  • E-passports to put new face on old documents

    One of the basic forms of personal identification, the passport, is on the verge of taking on a new, high-tech identity.

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  • RFID round-up: Still in the trough

    Despite its clear benefits in stock tracking and the success of early, isolated pilot tests in tracking high-value assets, RFID technology is still spinning its wheels as ongoing high costs and unclear return on investment continue to keep once-enthusiastic customers away in droves.

  • Microsoft updates its office of the future

    The future of information technology gets a face-lift from Microsoft's Center for Information Work.

  • Photo gallery: Microsoft's office of the future

    Triptych monitors and multibiometric logins are among new technologies featured at the Center for Information Work (CIW).

  • Berri: There's juice in Dell's cup

    Fruit juice vendor Berri is taking lessons from supply chain guru and PC giant Dell to improve its business.

  • Patent problems plague RFID

    A key patent holder's demand for royalties has triggered concerns that promising RFID technology could become embroiled in an intellectual-property battle.

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