2. It's supposed to be for EBT users. But they're not going to REQUIRE EBT users to use specific carts, because THAT would be a stigma and hurt their delicate, lilac-scented feelings.
3. So all the carts have it, and since they have an RFID unit already, it will just read off the RFID on the EBT card in the wallet or handbag. And every OTHER RFID-card in the area, including those of people nearby. No, no security issues with THAT, no sirree. . .
4. And now that the Supercart has snagged all RFID idents in range, it has to validate them. Against a central computer somewhere else. And no security concerns THEN, either, right ??
5. So now, the Feds know exactly what you bought and when. But it gets BETTER. GUARANTEED, some bureaucrat will want to "enhance" the program by having it query your electronic medical records (Thanks, Obamacare !!!). So now, the Supercart knows you're overweight, diabetic, etc, and comments on your food choices based on that.
6. Given all this, and the sterling quality and security of Government computing systems, you KNOW it's going to get hacked. And this is where it gets funny.
Imagine, MichelleKarts have been implemented. You're shopping, when a heavy woman in front of you puts something 'unadvisable' in her cart. And suddenly, the speaker blares out:
"Yo, beyotch, put that nasty sh*t back on the shelf: you too fat, girl. Get your big @ss to the produce aisle and get yo'self some rabbit feed. . . "
It would almost make it worth it. . . (evil grin)
There are metallic-lined envelopes on the market to protect RFID cards from being read unless they are purposely removed. They are inexpensive. I have chipped cards I never take out in public, but I keep them inside those protective covers on the off chance the gov has some way way to read them remotely.
I would so love it if those things really do start appearing. I do so love a challenge when it comes to petty sabotage. So many ways, so few carts, though.
I would so love it if those things really do start appearing. I do so love a challenge when it comes to petty sabotage. So many ways, so few carts, though.