Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) tags are tiny chips that can be attached, implanted, or inserted into physical objects. Unpowered versions can broadcast their information (usually a unique identifier, although the information can be much more detailed than that) over 20 feet. Powered versions can go much further. RFID can be a great technology when used to track things that are not carried by humans, however when placed on items that are carried by people there are many human rights issues. Information can easily be scanned from RFIDs without the owner’s knowledge. ORG supports strong legal controls and full disclosure on the use of RFIDs.
