I used to work in the RFID industry and got out because of the privacy concerns I had at the time. This is technology looking for a reason, not a reason looking for technology. It is being forced fit into so many areas, and if you are not frightened by the data that could be gained by it's use then you are not paying attention.The technology provides un-fettered access to your where-abouts and your personal information by any system anywhere (Think your social security number broadcasting whenever you walk by an antenna.) These all work in the ISM band as well... What is the ISM band... Noise. Why? Because it is an odd harmonic of water. Imagine all that energy out there vibrating most of the molecules in your body.Our privacy is slowly slipping away from us. As we continue to use credit cards we can now mine purchasing habits, and find where you purchased that new widget. We have been on this slippery slope for some time now... All in the name of convenience...
No, but it is an issue which in the future will have to be taken seriously.The site is taking the whole RFID bug this too literally where they have prescribed ways of "killing" these chips.I for one do not believe its the government or any companies business to track everything I do, it no like my every action isn't being scrutinized enough already.
With wal-mart telling there retailers they have to include RFID in there products are they won't sell them anymore. I don't think you will have a choice if you want to buy them or not.
Her book is not about paranoia. She tells it as it is, as how the patents are stated. The things that a pure RFID world could do are both fantastic and horrific. How it will be is up to us. We must participate in the discussion on how this is implemented.The possibility of canceling someone's account for political reasons is frightening.
@Zaphodli too was involved with the MIT Auto ID center and closely with the founders Sanjay Sarma, David Brock. I worked with them on multiple projects and did an internship researching EPC technologies, including a full-fledged deployment project for a major retailer. So I have the same credentials that you have - if not better!Since you claim to have worked at the AutoID center, think you should know better...(apologies for the x-post comment below - missed this thread)
@emooneyIt appears that you have a very narrow view of the future. Many of us aren't necessarily concerned over what they are doing now, but what could easily be done with this technology in the future. You can't vouch for what the government and companies are going to do in the future and I don't trust them to have my best interests in mind.
On the 22nd of september there will be a worldwide demonstration against RFID, cities already taking place are amsterdam, berlin, lisbon, viena, leeds, etc...civili liberties groups are advising concerned citizens to march the streets and contact your local lobby groups before its too late. On the 22nd of september, if we do it together, we dont have to do it alone.
I think that RFID is a great technology, but it violates individuals privacy. For instance, all a thief has to do is get a hold of a RFID scanner, and instantly he or she has a list of inventory for an entire household. Also, if RFID is placed in humans, then someone could find out even more personal things.
I'm sure their are plenty of security issues that still needs to be resolved with RFID but that is no reason to completely abandon hope on the technology.
Katherine Albrecht - Author of Spychips! - is also on Facebook!There are also serious thoughts that in the SSwine Flu Jabs there might be Nano Microchips - probably the "Hitachi Powder Chip" type.Check <a class="user" href="http://www.theflucase.com" rel="nofollow">http://www.theflucase.com</a>
zaphodflSep 14, 2006
I used to work in the RFID industry and got out because of the privacy concerns I had at the time. This is technology looking for a reason, not a reason looking for technology. It is being forced fit into so many areas, and if you are not frightened by the data that could be gained by it's use then you are not paying attention.The technology provides un-fettered access to your where-abouts and your personal information by any system anywhere (Think your social security number broadcasting whenever you walk by an antenna.) These all work in the ISM band as well... What is the ISM band... Noise. Why? Because it is an odd harmonic of water. Imagine all that energy out there vibrating most of the molecules in your body.Our privacy is slowly slipping away from us. As we continue to use credit cards we can now mine purchasing habits, and find where you purchased that new widget. We have been on this slippery slope for some time now... All in the name of convenience...
dopyomanSep 14, 2006
No, but it is an issue which in the future will have to be taken seriously.The site is taking the whole RFID bug this too literally where they have prescribed ways of "killing" these chips.I for one do not believe its the government or any companies business to track everything I do, it no like my every action isn't being scrutinized enough already.
goat77Sep 14, 2006
Tinfoil wallets?
dgaspardSep 14, 2006
With wal-mart telling there retailers they have to include RFID in there products are they won't sell them anymore. I don't think you will have a choice if you want to buy them or not.
diggduggjoeSep 14, 2006
Her book is not about paranoia. She tells it as it is, as how the patents are stated. The things that a pure RFID world could do are both fantastic and horrific. How it will be is up to us. We must participate in the discussion on how this is implemented.The possibility of canceling someone's account for political reasons is frightening.
shashiSep 14, 2006
@Zaphodli too was involved with the MIT Auto ID center and closely with the founders Sanjay Sarma, David Brock. I worked with them on multiple projects and did an internship researching EPC technologies, including a full-fledged deployment project for a major retailer. So I have the same credentials that you have - if not better!Since you claim to have worked at the AutoID center, think you should know better...(apologies for the x-post comment below - missed this thread)
inferiorwangSep 14, 2006
@emooneyIt appears that you have a very narrow view of the future. Many of us aren't necessarily concerned over what they are doing now, but what could easily be done with this technology in the future. You can't vouch for what the government and companies are going to do in the future and I don't trust them to have my best interests in mind.
im2fast2catchAug 26, 2007
On the 22nd of september there will be a worldwide demonstration against RFID, cities already taking place are amsterdam, berlin, lisbon, viena, leeds, etc...civili liberties groups are advising concerned citizens to march the streets and contact your local lobby groups before its too late. On the 22nd of september, if we do it together, we dont have to do it alone.
derbigny5Dec 3, 2007
I think that RFID is a great technology, but it violates individuals privacy. For instance, all a thief has to do is get a hold of a RFID scanner, and instantly he or she has a list of inventory for an entire household. Also, if RFID is placed in humans, then someone could find out even more personal things.
christie21Dec 2, 2008
I'm sure their are plenty of security issues that still needs to be resolved with RFID but that is no reason to completely abandon hope on the technology.
belkindoogFeb 3, 2009
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lauchenauermartOct 17, 2009
Katherine Albrecht - Author of Spychips! - is also on Facebook!There are also serious thoughts that in the SSwine Flu Jabs there might be Nano Microchips - probably the "Hitachi Powder Chip" type.Check <a class="user" href="http://www.theflucase.com" rel="nofollow">http://www.theflucase.com</a>