SA> One of the current arguments that I hear on talkback shows etc in favour
SA> of a national ID card is that "we already have a wallet full of ID cards
SA> - drivers licence, credit cards, loyalty cards... it is hard to remember
SA> PINs and passwords... one card would be more convenient" etc. The chip
SA> will be "more convenient" because it will usually be in
your person -
SA> you won't accidentally leave it home, you can be identified easily if
SA> you are unconscious or wander off from your retirement village etc
SA> (where "you" means anyone with the chip).

Another argument in favour of it,that's not generally mentioned, is that it
will drastically reduce crime (no cash to steal -- no way to anonymously pawn
stolen property either and/or buy/sell drugs!)

The danger, of course, is someone will figure out how to cut off hands and scan
them in at bank machines/etc.! :P


Because I care,
<+]::-{)}  (Cyberpope(the Bishop of ROM!))


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