The crime of identity theft is a global problem,
affecting its victims both financially and emotionally.
Fingerprints are unique and cannot be given to someone
else for their use, but personal data such as Social
Security, bank account, and credit card numbers can fall
into the wrong hands, where they can be used to profit
at your expense.
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9.3 million consumers were victims of ID
Theft in 2004. In all, one in every 23
consumers were victims last year – Federal
Trade Commission
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Every 79 seconds, a thief steals someone's
identity, opens accounts in the victim's name
and goes on a buying spree." - CBSnews.com
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Identity theft cost Americans $52.6 billion
in 2004. ... and on average cost a consumer
$15,607" – IT Facts
The technology required to eliminate identity theft
is a reality and requires simple innovative approaches
that work with and within the existing card form-factor
while protecting your identity and maintaining privacy.
