RFID Readers



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In 2003 privacy concerns were raised related to the use of RFID tags. RFID uses low-powered radio transmitters to read data stored in tags that are embedded with tiny chips and antennas. It is said that these "smart" tags can store more information than conventional barcodes which allow manufacturers to track items.

According to an article published on computerworld.com, "placing RFID tags on consumer products will allow merchants to do location-based tracking or profiling of customers" according to Beth Givens, director of the Privacy Rights Clearinghouse, an advocacy organization in San Diego. In 2003 the American Library Association developed guidelines to help libraries create their own privacy policies. ALA had guidelines specifically related to privacy and confidentiality as it relates to RFID in libraries. To read more about this click here: http://www.ala.org/advocacy/intfreedom/statementspols/otherpolicies/rfidguidelines

Citation:

Vijayan, Jaikumar (2003). Use of RFID tags raises privacy concerns. Retrieved from: http://www.computerworld.com/article/2571550/data-privacy/use-of-rfid-tags-raises-privacy-concerns.html