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News wire · researchPreprintarXiv (Networking)September 22, 2026

Protocol-Flexible Custom NFC for Wire-Free Wearable Sensor Networks

Researchers have developed a custom, software-defined NFC system that leverages fabric-integrated meander coils to create garment-scale sensor networks without the signal attenuation common in Bluetooth or the rigidity of wired systems. By enabling protocol-level flexibility on a microcontroller, this architecture allows for high-frequency data acquisition across multiple body-worn tags, offering a scalable and comfortable solution for continuous biometric monitoring and indu

News wire · newsIndustry bodyRAIN AllianceSeptember 21, 2026

Q&A: How Pfizer is Using RAIN RFID to Help Advance Healthcare Supply Chain Visibility

Pfizer is scaling its SmartDose™ platform to integrate RAIN RFID tags at the unit-of-use level, enhancing real-time visibility from manufacturing through to patient administration. This initiative is significant for the industry as it establishes a scalable framework for pharmaceutical giants to automate inventory management and combat drug counterfeiting through standardized digital identity.

News wire · press releaseCheckpoint SystemsSeptember 21, 2026

The FW26 color trends you need to know

Checkpoint Systems has released its Fall/Winter 2026 color and fabric trend forecast to help apparel retailers align their inventory strategies with upcoming runway styles. For RFID integrators and manufacturers, these insights are critical for calibrating optical sensors and ensuring that smart labeling solutions are physically compatible with the season's specific textile innovations and silhouettes.

News wire · newsRFID NewsSeptember 21, 2026

H&M Checkout Transformation with Chainway SR160 RFID Scanner

H&M has achieved an 80% reduction in checkout processing times by deploying the Chainway SR160, a scanner that integrates UHF RFID and traditional barcode reading into a single handheld workflow. This implementation demonstrates a scalable blueprint for retailers in mid-transition, allowing them to modernize point-of-sale efficiency while maintaining compatibility with legacy labeling during the shift to full RFID adoption.

News wire · newsRFID JournalSeptember 21, 2026

NFC Forum’s Mike McCamon on the Future of NFC Standards: The RFIDJournal.com Q&A

The NFC Forum’s 2026 Technology Roadmap introduces an eightfold increase in data transfer speeds alongside the first standardized security profiles for NFC controllers and post-quantum cryptography. These updates ensure that contactless infrastructure can support increasingly complex data transactions while future-proofing mobile commerce and access control systems against emerging cybersecurity threats.

News wire · newsRFID NewsSeptember 21, 2026

Counterfeit Napoli shirts pass the same NFC authenticity check as the real ones

Counterfeiters in Hong Kong have successfully cloned the NFC authentication chips used in SSC Napoli centenary jerseys, allowing fake garments to trigger the club's official verification message. This breach highlights a critical vulnerability in using static, non-encrypted NFC tags for brand protection, as they function merely as invisible barcodes that can be easily replicated for a negligible cost. Owners and integrators must shift toward secure, cryptographic chips with r

News wire · newsRFID NewsSeptember 21, 2026

Vietnam’s Bình Điền Gives Every Fertiliser Bag a Digital ID with RFID and QR Codes

Bình Điền Fertilizer has implemented a dual RFID and QR code system for individual bag identification, with a full-scale rollout scheduled for early 2027. This hybrid approach streamlines factory automation and inventory management while providing farmers with origin verification, though the potential for QR code cloning remains a critical security consideration for anti-counterfeiting efforts.

News wire · newsRFID NewsSeptember 21, 2026

Faulty RFID tag batch stops Gran Canaria airport taxi scheme after 800 fittings

A faulty batch of RFID tags has halted an airport access project for 1,000 taxis in Gran Canaria after 800 units were already installed, forcing a complete replacement order. This incident underscores the critical financial and logistical risks of hardware quality control failures in municipal deployments, where post-installation defects can significantly delay operations and inflate labor costs.

News wire · newsRFID NewsSeptember 21, 2026

Kernel runs 30 Ukrainian grain elevators paperless with NFC cards and unmanned weighing

Kernel has transitioned 30 Ukrainian grain elevators to fully paperless operations using NFC cards and automated weighing to manage 2.2 million tonnes of storage. This implementation proves that NFC remains a critical bridge for data continuity in agricultural zones with poor mobile connectivity, while simultaneously reducing truck processing times through robotic sampling and unmanned logistics.

News wire · newsRFID NewsSeptember 21, 2026

SBI Traceability’s SHIMENAWA NFC Platform First Adopted for Art Value Transmission and Sharing

SBI Traceability has expanded its Corda-backed SHIMENAWA NFC platform into the fine arts market, using tags to deliver artist narratives and verified provenance records to gallery visitors. This transition from beverage logistics to high-value collectibles demonstrates how blockchain-integrated NFC can secure secondary market value and enhance buyer engagement through permanent digital authentication.

News wire · newsRFID NewsSeptember 21, 2026

RFID in Aviation: Why Every Airline is Tagging Bags and Parts

Major airlines are achieving bag tracking accuracy rates of 99.9% by implementing RAIN RFID, a move driven by IATA Resolution 753 and the need to reduce billions in annual mishandled baggage costs. Commercially, this shift extends beyond luggage to safety-critical parts traceability, offering manufacturers and integrators a massive, standardized market for high-durability tags and real-time logistics infrastructure.

News wire · newsRFID NewsSeptember 19, 2026

How RFID Anti-Collision Works: Reading Hundreds of Tags at Once

Modern RFID readers utilize sophisticated anti-collision protocols like the EPC Gen2 Q-algorithm to rapidly differentiate hundreds of simultaneous signals into clear, individual data points. This technical capability is essential for high-volume logistics and inventory management, as it allows for near-instantaneous accuracy in high-density tag environments where signal interference would otherwise cause system failure.

News wire · newsRFID NewsSeptember 19, 2026

Can someone skim your card by standing next to you?

Field testing and fraud statistics indicate that remote contactless card skimming in public spaces remains a negligible threat due to the rapid signal decay of Near Field Communication and the limited utility of encrypted data. While relay attacks are technically feasible, they are commercially impractical for large-scale theft compared to online fraud, reaffirming the inherent security of current RFID payment protocols for mass deployment.

News wire · newsRFID JournalSeptember 18, 2026

How RFID Is Being Used for Wildfire Management

Fire agencies are increasingly deploying RFID to automate the tracking of high-value equipment and personnel deployment in volatile wildfire environments. This application enhances operational efficiency and safety by providing real-time resource visibility, ensuring that critical gear is accounted for and maintenance schedules are met during large-scale emergency responses.

News wire · newsRFID NewsSeptember 18, 2026

lululemon’s Wuhan Logistics Centre Opens with Automation and End-to-End RFID for Footwear and Apparel Supply Chain

Lululemon has launched a new automated distribution hub in Wuhan featuring RFID tunnel readers that eliminate manual scanning for all inbound footwear and apparel. This deployment enables real-time EPC-level data to drive AI-powered scheduling and sortation, significantly increasing throughput for a facility that handles 50% of the brand's Chinese fulfillment.

News wire · newsRFID NewsSeptember 18, 2026

Fontenay-sous-Bois tracks 1,600 stainless steel meal trays by RFID to stop losses

The city of Fontenay-sous-Bois has implemented an RFID system to track 1,600 stainless steel meal trays, revealing an initial investment of €15,000 and a 20% non-return rate among recipients. This deployment highlights the critical need for high-range readers in metallic environments and provides a transparent benchmark for the ROI and loss-prevention challenges inherent in municipal reusable asset programs.

News wire · newsRFID NewsSeptember 17, 2026

Aksigen IVF puts RFID electronic witnessing in new Panvel fertility lab

Aksigen IVF has integrated RFID electronic witnessing and biometric verification into its new Panvel facility to automate the tracking of samples throughout the embryology workflow. This deployment addresses a critical 0.131% error rate in manual IVF cycles, providing manufacturers and integrators with a high-stakes use case where automated error-prevention justifies the investment in granular, item-level tagging.

News wire · newsRFID NewsSeptember 17, 2026

RFID Tagging Strategies: Source Tagging vs In-House Tagging

Source tagging significantly reduces per-unit costs and labor requirements for retailers, though it demands rigorous supplier compliance programs to ensure data accuracy. Maintaining in-house tagging capabilities remains a vital strategy for boutique batches and high-value items where immediate inventory control outweighs the scalability of upstream application.

News wire · newsIndustry bodyRAIN AllianceSeptember 16, 2026

From Compliance to Circularity: Introducing the RAIN RFID DPP Evolution Model

The RAIN Alliance has introduced a new evolution model to help the textile industry transition from basic regulatory compliance to advanced circular economy practices using RAIN RFID. This framework provides manufacturers and integrators with a roadmap to move beyond mandatory Digital Product Passport (DPP) data collection toward high-value use cases like automated sorting, resale authentication, and lifecycle transparency.

News wire · newsRFID JournalSeptember 16, 2026

Your Factory Is Smarter Than Its Network Will Allow

Manufacturers are increasingly investing in high-precision RFID and AI-driven sensors, yet these advanced systems are frequently throttled by outdated industrial network architectures. This infrastructure gap prevents businesses from achieving real-time data visibility and scalability, making robust network modernization a prerequisite for successful digital transformation.

News wire · newsRFID NewsSeptember 16, 2026

RFID technology prevents mistakes during fuel discharge

Berrys Technologies has launched the Midas Elbow in the U.S., utilizing RFID-triggered valves and optical sensing to prevent hazardous fuel cross-contamination during discharge. While competing systems like Civacon rely primarily on tag matching, this hybrid approach addresses industry debates over whether RFID identifiers alone provide sufficient security for high-risk chemical transfers.

News wire · newsIndustry bodyRAIN AllianceSeptember 15, 2026

Meet our Leadership: The Nine Industry Leaders of the RAIN Alliance Board of Directors

The RAIN Alliance has introduced nine industry leaders to its Board of Directors to oversee the rapid expansion of ultra-high frequency (UHF) RFID across global supply chains. This leadership transition is critical as the industry prepares for high-volume consumer engagement driven by RAIN-enabled smartphones and upcoming digital product passport regulations.

News wire · newsRFID NewsSeptember 15, 2026

RFID Tag Costs: Where Are We in 2026 and Where Are We Heading?

Passive UHF RFID inlay prices have stabilized between 4 and 8 cents, with high-volume buyers nearing the 2-cent mark due to recent chip die shrinks from major manufacturers. While the industry continues to chase the sub-penny tag, these sustained price drops are critical for expanding RFID adoption into lower-margin FMCG categories and high-velocity supply chains.

News wire · press releaseRFID NewsSeptember 15, 2026

Tageos unveils EOS-450 MW microwave-compatible RAIN RFID inlays for food packaging

Tageos has launched two microwave-compatible RAIN RFID inlays, the EOS-450 MW M830 and EOS-450 MW UX, featuring antennas engineered to prevent arcing during heating. This development allows retailers and food manufacturers to implement item-level tracking, automated self-checkout, and inventory management for ready meals without requiring consumers to remove labels before cooking.