September 4, 2007

California Bans Forced RFID Implantation

California's state Senate curbs a high-tech societal dilemma by making it illegal for employers to require ID chips implanted in their employees. Radio Frequency ID chip-maker VeriChip's slogan is "RFID for people." The company grabbed headlines in October 2004 when it gained FDA approval for its subdermal RFID implant. The chip measured 12 mm by 2.1 mm and allowed implantees to be identified and tracked broadcast radio identification.

California Blocks Mandatory ID Implants in Employees, Daily Tech, September 3, 2007.