RFID in aviation

I have stumbled across this quite new publication (just copy and paste it):
http://www.idtechex.com/products/en/view.asp?productcategoryid=92

Worth to consider for those who intend to deploy RFID in aviation and explore such potentials in RFID aviation related business.

RFID presentation in BILETA 2008

Ideally, the conference governor of BILETA 2008, has accepted my proposed RFID presentation. They will upload the accepted abstract soon. I will start writing and burning the midnight oil and be an 'owl'. Besides, a colleague of mine from Greece has favoured me to consider a publication for his editorial board (e-journal). I am wondering whether my LLM dissertation fits the bill as it is purely on UK and the EU. Or else, I would contribute an article for the next publication on June 2008. Will update in detail later. On a different development, this Institute in Malaysia, has practically deployed RFID. Read and digest. Wondering how would they control the data internally from privacy invasion?

RFID and library

Sorry for the very long gap and inconsollable absence, as I have been pretty much involved in many R&D discussions lately. Amongst others, are on RFID middleware for the libraries. There are positive moves being led by some of our key people. Industry linkage between the business and universities has also been the central theme of discussion. Many checklist items to strategise and brainstorm. Some useful information on RFID and library in China here. This country is gearing very fast, tenaciously and adamantly. Malaysia nees to catch up. My pick on RFID and library: a phenomenal and promising yet sustainable business (if the partnering and business module is fairly integrated and viable).

RFID visas for foreigners? Oh my...

Even if I have discovered this pretty much late (after 3 months), realised that Malaysia should revisit the "surveillance" effort to introducing RFID visas for foreigners. It would potentially invite privacy and data protection debates. I hope the foreigners would be able to recognising their data protection and privacy rights. Read this between the line.

RFID in Australia

It has been quite some time I last blogged. Many things intervened. Anyhow, bumped into this useful website on the recent RFID development in Australia. It would provide some general ideas to exploring potential privacy and data protection issues in Asia Pacific, if any.

Next RFID paper

It has been almost a month I have not updated this blog.

Reason being; attended my graduation in Scotland. Nevertheless, I have done some general research and observation on RFID in Malaysia lately. I have some interesting development to share with (provided that the materials that I am awaiting would be acceptable for online dissemination). On another note, I am keen to participate and present in the coming BILETA 2008. I would be writing on RFID. The abstract sounds as follows:-

RFID; IS PRIVACY STILL A MAJOR ISSUE IN MALAYSIA?

Noriswadi Ismail LLM (Information Technology & Telecommunications Law) Strathclyde


Group General Counsel/Company Secretary
Vice President, Corporate Services
HeiTech Padu Berhad, Malaysia



Abstract:

Radio Frequency Identification Technology (RFID) is no more a hype. It is now being deployed and tested in various industries throughout the world. The absence of a specific data protection and privacy legislation has led to many unsolved issues. Even though the success of RFID deployment encourages the growth and maturity of an ubiquitous society, it is claimed however, inhibits privacy. This debate has been the major cornerstone of civil liberties. Limited dissemination on RFID is also another key issue. Due to these scenarios, this paper shall explore the present issues that have not been unveiled, argued and debated openly in Malaysia. Three (3) reasons have been outlined. Firstly, the delay of data protection legislation, which in a way, contributes to the issue. Whilst the delay is being regarded as a ‘genuine’ and not a politically motivated one, however, it has taken quite some time for Malaysia to await its outcome and implementation. Secondly, the non-existence of such a regulatory and technical standard of RFID deployment has resulted to diversified approaches and techniques in mitigating data and privacy. This has led to many ICT and RFID middleware companies; being the service provider to deploy RFID with less pre-emptive assessment on data and privacy. Thirdly, the limited dissemination on RFID and data protection knowledge has also contributed to the issue. Whilst endless effort has taken place via the international foray, however, the dissemination reach is far beyond than the desired expectation. In outlining these reasons and issues pedantically, this paper has cross referred to the strategic position and consultation initiated by the European Union, being the general benchmark and balanced reasoning for Malaysia’s potential RFID roadmap.

RFID blood bank in Malaysia

Perhaps, it was quite an astonishment for certain countries that Malaysia is leading the pack in RFID growth, albeit, the data protection and privacy laws is pending. Public policy engagement in this area should be of a great concern. Indeed, it would not be materialised if there would be limited participation by the stakeholders. The recent development that was jointly developed by Intel and Siemens for an RFID blood bank is noble. Yet, it's generally unsure whether there have been certain pre-emptive risk controls, measures and privacy impact assessment. I believe, certain compliance checklist and best practices have been incorporated. The news are readable here.

Malaysian RFID towards 2020

Hi blog.

It has been a while I have not been updating this blog due to my one whole month of hibernation for the LLM dissertation and settling down at work with a new position (as the Group General Counsel/Company Secretary, Vice President, Corporate Services).

Now, the dissertation has been passed, marked and finally received its commendable praise. Though I have not secured distinction, the fact that the subject matter is truly challenging. I managed to secure a very good mark. Thanks to the people who have had inspired my RFID research for the past one (1) year.

I will, however, post the contents of the dissertation bit by bit (chapter by chapter) soon. In the meantime, bumped into this. Although it's quite not a new development (in 2004). It would give some general idea, how would Malaysia position her RFID's market growth and potential.

Welcome back Noris! Sorry for the long gap.

RFID and healthcare setting

This presentation has briefed some privacy implications of RFID in a healthcare setting. I wonder has the follow up being disseminated to the stakeholders.

RFID; a new world order?

Wow. This article is bravely written and sometimes, providing some shocking yet sensible points to laymen. Not many would be able to comprehend the words between the lines. However, it is a good to appraise the positive aspects of the author's findings.

RFID in the pharmaceutical industry

This is a good read up for those who are interested to discover the potential deployment, advantages and the foreseaable risk(s) of RFID in the pharmaceutical industry. Brief one and succintly written.

Surveillance freight of RFID

Interestingly, even if this Article seems to have been published a year ago, it attracts my interest on the writer's udnerstanding. Sometimes, it's good to udnerstanding the technology and the contributions. But, sometimes, it's worthwhile to propose some balanced views on the same. An eye opener to the medical industry.

Call for papers; Internet of things conference - RFID perhaps?

I have selflessly and deeply read this. It will be held in 2008. I think, I may want to submit a paper on RFID, positioning the Malaysia's perspective or South East Asia (SEA). But, it does not have public policy sector. So much so, I have to abandon the intention.

Must or Should RFID-legislation be Technology Neutral?

As I am brainstorming and writing the dissertation, Christian Laux's views seem to open my mind. But then, as he said, there is no standard of pervasiveness of technology. A pretty much thin line to illustrate, distinguish and substantiate.

RFID evolution networks by MIT Sloan

MIT Sloan School of Management initiated this co-joint research on RFID evolution (particularly on networks). Worthy to read and digest, albeit, sounds technical and business like.

RFID is virus'able'?

This report said RFID is virus'able'. I wonder.

He/She said; RFID is a threat

Read Doug Mohney's write up on this. The bottom line is; RFID poses threats like the internet does, albeit, the only difference is the technology. It partially makes sense.

Draft version of European RFID Policy Outlook

This draft version of the European RFID Policy outlook is very, very, very interesting to read. The outlook was the preliminary consultation by the stakeholders (in various occasions and sessions) throughout Europe. It is hoped that some affirmative action would have taken place in months to come. As for Asia and Malaysia, we are unsure where we are heading to?...