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Hands-on review: Kensington VeriMark NFC+USB-C security key
Multi-factor authentication

Hands-on review: Kensington VeriMark NFC+USB-C security key

A physical passkey could spare users the hassle of passwords and authenticator apps while keeping logins secure across multiple devices.

By Darren Price • 3 min read • Last week
The Most Out-of-Date Credential in Your Building
Digital Signage

The Most Out-of-Date Credential in Your Building

The real payoff is fewer stale access cards and faster revocation, as a lanyard badge can now update identity and door access in months.

By Luka Birsa • 5 min read • Last month
LG and Apple launch seven new smart home accessories
Encryption

LG and Apple launch seven new smart home accessories

Privacy-conscious homes get new choices as LG and Apple roll out seven connected devices, including cameras, a lock and a thermostat.

By Mara Sugue • 4 min read • Last month
HID launches Signo Décor Reader for design-led spaces
Smart Cities

HID launches Signo Décor Reader for design-led spaces

Architects and building operators get a flush-mounted reader that keeps access control discreet while supporting cards, mobiles and remote updates.

By Mara Sugue • 3 min read • Fri, 25th Sep 2026
Mastercard launches Wallet Pay for digital wallets
Fintech

Mastercard launches Wallet Pay for digital wallets

Digital wallet users will gain wider cross-border acceptance as Mastercard links Wallet Pay to Alipay+ and regional providers worldwide.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 6 min read • Fri, 11th Sep 2026
HID launches self-service visitor kiosk for enterprises
Surveillance

HID launches self-service visitor kiosk for enterprises

Visitors at large sites may face tighter identity checks as the new kiosk links document scanning, face matching and badge issuance in one step.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Wed, 12th Aug 2026
rf IDEAS adds Gallagher badge support in Apple Wallet
Physical Security

rf IDEAS adds Gallagher badge support in Apple Wallet

Workplaces can now use one mobile badge for doors, sign-on and printing, reducing separate enrolment and issuance for each system.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Aug 2026
Avery Dennison & Eventshop launch digital fan experiences
Marketing Technologies

Avery Dennison & Eventshop launch digital fan experiences

Fans will be able to unlock content and offers from jerseys, trainers and workwear by tapping NFC labels or scanning QR codes.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • Wed, 29th Jul 2026

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Flowtica opens reservations for Verso AI voice recorder
Artificial Intelligence

Flowtica opens reservations for Verso AI voice recorder

Reservations cost GBP £7.50, with early buyers able to secure Flowtica's Verso recorder for GBP £150 before the price rises to GBP £169.50.

By Mara Sugue • 4 min read • Last week
Samsung launches Galaxy Tab S12 series & SmartTag3
Wearables

Samsung launches Galaxy Tab S12 series & SmartTag3

The tablets arrive in Australia on 22 October, with preloaded Photoshop and S Pen support aimed at students and creatives.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Thu, 1st Oct 2026
DWARFLAB launches Draco smart telescope in two editions
Bluetooth

DWARFLAB launches Draco smart telescope in two editions

Amateur astronomers get a portable all-in-one imager with 300-second exposures and built-in tracking, starting at GBP £1,299.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Thu, 24th Sep 2026
How safe are digital driver's licences?
Data Protection

How safe are digital driver's licences?

The rollout could spare non-smartphone users from being left behind, while privacy safeguards and encrypted storage aim to keep hackers out.

By Nine to Noon • 3 min read • Wed, 9th Sep 2026
QR Ph links Philippines merchants to Alipay+ wallets
Fintech

QR Ph links Philippines merchants to Alipay+ wallets

Foreign wallet users can now pay Philippine merchants through existing QR Ph codes, widening access for SMEs and boosting cashless trade.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Thu, 3rd Sep 2026
HID pushes unified identity access across work & digital
Wearables

HID pushes unified identity access across work & digital

Passwordless logins are gaining traction as HID says employers want one credential for buildings, devices and cloud apps.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Wed, 2nd Sep 2026
HID to showcase access & identity products in Australia
Data Protection

HID to showcase access & identity products in Australia

Australian organisations are weighing phased upgrades as HID pushes mobile credentials, biometrics and secure readers to modernise ageing access systems.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Thu, 27th Aug 2026
Walmart adds tap-to-pay at select US stores & clubs
Fintech

Walmart adds tap-to-pay at select US stores & clubs

Shoppers will soon be able to tap phones and cards at Walmart tills, as the retailer rolls out contactless checkout across US stores by 2026.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 3 min read • Tue, 25th Aug 2026
Apple Pay launches in the Philippines for shoppers
Wearables

Apple Pay launches in the Philippines for shoppers

Shoppers in the Philippines now have access to Apple's contactless payment service across stores, apps and websites, with banks and merchants on board.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 3 min read • Wed, 5th Aug 2026
The supplement stack gets a software update
Data Protection

The supplement stack gets a software update

Consumers are now getting real-time batch checks, wearable-linked dosing and personalised formulas as supplement brands add AI and connected hardware.

By Mark Tarre • 6 min read • Thu, 23rd Jul 2026