Comment Re:signal blocking (Score 1) 110
If the wireless cards don't have ample protection against copying of information and forging then the platform design is flawed.
Of course it's flawed. It's been flawed since it was introduced. This was introduced by credit/debit companies to make it more convenient so people would use it more so they'd collect more fees.
The first time I saw one I thought it was dangerous and idiotic. I largely still do because it's un-authenticated. Sadly, pretty much every card comes with it now.
When will people understand
We know all this. We discuss it every time this topic comes up. It's well traveled stuff around here.
But, dude, you're missing the big picture here
That styling cap I'm wearing? Yeah, it looks like a hipster fashion statement, 'cuz that's how I roll. Inside? Tinfoil hat bitches.
No more strange looks when I go grocery shopping. Now, all of your paranoid needs can be met while still remaining fashionable and discrete
Hmmm