The hardware functionality of smart cards is developing along with the software, and the contactless payment technology PayPass from MasterCard and payWave from Visa is gaining popularity . An NFC chip with an antenna (NFC is a short-range high-frequency communication technology) is embedded in the plastic, which allows one-touch payment for purchases.
The main advantages of using contactless cards:
Mifare Plus contactless smart cards
Mifare is a brand name for the contactless smart card family.
Smart cards are equipped with the original MIFARE ® Plus X microchip.
The trademark is owned by NXP Semiconductors.
Mifare smart cards are manufactured in full compliance with the international standard ISO / IEC 1444-3, contain a unique identification code and are Common Criteria EAL4 + certified.
AES 128 and CRYPTO1 encryption algorithms are used to provide security and improve authentication.
Mifare Plus contactless smart cards are available in two versions: Mifare Plus S and Mifare Plus X.
Mifare Plus S is the standard version for direct migration from the Mifare Standart (Classic) system.
Mifare Plus X - cards of this standard are more flexible to optimize the flow of commands for speed and confidentiality.
Mifare smart cards are widely used:
The main advantages of using contactless cards:
- Security. The cardholder retains full control over the card, since there is no need to hand it over to the cashier. You can pay for purchases using a contactless card at the terminals with the icon
- Simplicity. One-touch payment for purchases without pin-code and signature (for small amounts)
- Rapidity. Payment for goods using contactless technology occurs almost instantly
- Innovation. The most modern payment technology.
Mifare Plus contactless smart cards
Mifare is a brand name for the contactless smart card family.
Smart cards are equipped with the original MIFARE ® Plus X microchip.
The trademark is owned by NXP Semiconductors.
Mifare smart cards are manufactured in full compliance with the international standard ISO / IEC 1444-3, contain a unique identification code and are Common Criteria EAL4 + certified.
AES 128 and CRYPTO1 encryption algorithms are used to provide security and improve authentication.
Mifare Plus contactless smart cards are available in two versions: Mifare Plus S and Mifare Plus X.
Mifare Plus S is the standard version for direct migration from the Mifare Standart (Classic) system.
Mifare Plus X - cards of this standard are more flexible to optimize the flow of commands for speed and confidentiality.
Mifare smart cards are widely used:
- Payment for travel in passenger transport
- Provision and control of access (schools, offices, government agencies and others)
- Loyalty programs
- The ability to create an electronic wallet
- Making micro payments
- And other areas of activity.
