Don't be surprised if your next debit or credit card comes with a high-tech facelift.
Say hello to MasterCard's new Display Card. Manufactured by NagraID Security, the card looks and functions like your typical credit or debit card, except for a few new features, such an embedded LCD display and touch-sensitive buttons that will allow you to create a One-Time Password (OTP) for added authentication.
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Many banks currently require a separate authentication token or device for online banking and high-risk transactions. However, MasterCard says in a press release, their new card could help streamline the process without compromising security:
For now, only a few European banks and Standard Chartered Bank Singapore will issue the Display Card.
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As someone who has a long history of forgotten passwords and security codes, I might be a perfect candidate for this card. I guess that means I'm moving to Singapore then, huh?
Credit: MasterCard
