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Oyster Cards in London Public Transport

Tuesday, August 5, 2003

London transport smartcard uses RFID-style technology

“Radio frequency identification (RFID) style technology is behind the Oyster smartcard, which was launched last week to improve travel around London. The card, which removes the need for cash when buying tickets, is the first of its kind in the UK and aims to provide faster passage for the six million users of London’s transport network.”
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