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by CanSpice 4243 days ago
How do you use "proven NFC payment card systems" without electricity? This isn't a sarcastic question, I'm genuinely curious.
2 comments

Many credit cards have an NFC chip built in that is powered by the payment device's RF signal. Your credit card does not need a battery.
"Money needs to be free from electricity and endure the elements."

He's talking about the consumer side, not the merchant side.

Exactly :D