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Let's Get Digi-Physical: From 'Tap' Chips to Taylor Swift

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Utilizing NFC Chips for Human Verification

The primary way to confirm human presence and authenticity in the physical world is by leveraging NFC chips, which stands for Near Field Communication. NFC technology, known for enabling mobile payments, is now used for human verification purposes as well. By embedding NFC chips in items like t-shirts and sneakers, users can tap to collect a unique signature, proving their interaction with the item. This approach enhances security and addresses concerns about distinguishing humans from bots in scenarios like deep fake videos and sensitive events such as elections.

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