MIFARE

NXP’s MIFARE brings better fan experience to 2017 FIFA Confederations Cup with secure contactless ticketing 30. June 2017

Company’s MIFARE® product-based contactless ticket technology delights fans with convenience, secure access and event information on NFC-enabled mobile devices

As the 2017 FIFA Confederations Cup heads into the championship game, thousands of fans attending this world-class football event also enjoyed convenient and secure access to Russia’s spectacular stadiums with NXP-enabled contactless smart-card technology. Thanks to NXP´s MIFARE products in the electronic tickets for the event, fans had quick, secure stadium access to the matches.

The usage of the MIFARE product-based solutions at the FIFA Confederations Cup, the world’s fourth largest international sports tournament, highlights another achievement in the use of MIFARE ICs for secure contactless access and connectivity. Specifically, the MIFARE Ultralight® EV1 promotes efficiency for access with improved protection against counterfeit tickets, saving fans time to get into an event and to their seats.

“Whether you’re a Chilean or German fan, attendees joining the tournament in Saint Petersburg can expect secure, safe and efficient access,” said Markus Staeblein, vice president and general manager secure mobility and retail at NXP. “We are proud that MIFARE products have been chosen to support the fan experience at this event.”

For more information about MIFARE Ultralight EV1.

Read the official press release here.