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What advancements are in store for contactless and RFID technology in 2005? Our expert panel tells us what they foresee

Monday, December 27, 2004

We asked an elite group of contactless technologists from around the globe to give us their insight into the trends and changes we can expect in 2005. Leading chip, card, and solution providers are represented in this glimpse into the future of contactless and RFID technology.

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