# Chip Cards on The No Agenda Show Chip Cards comes up in 9 chapters across 9 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from August 2009 to November 2018. - **Chapters:** 9 - **Episodes:** 9 - **Discussed:** August 2009 – November 2018 - **Related topics:** [Chip And Pin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chip-and-pin.md), [Credit Cards](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/credit-cards.md), [Amsterdam](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amsterdam.md), [Apple Pay](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/apple-pay.md), [Barack Obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [Credit Card Fraud](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/credit-card-fraud.md), [Europe](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/europe.md), [Jpmorgan Chase](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jpmorgan-chase.md), [Rfid](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rfid.md), [Rotterdam](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rotterdam.md) ## Chapters 1–9 of 9 ### Plastic Bans, Credit Card Chip Conspiracy Theory - **Episode:** [1085: Transaged](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1085-transaged.md) - **Published:** 2018-11-12 - **Time:** 2:04:59–2:08:18 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1085-transaged/chapter/plastic-bans-credit-card-chip-conspiracy-theory.md A theory from the Organic Prepper suggests that the global push to ban plastic straws, bags, and bottles is a psychological operation to make the public "fed up" with plastic. The ultimate goal, according to the theory, is to transition society away from plastic credit cards and toward implanted RFID chips. The hosts discuss the environmental impact of plastic versus the potential for corporate leveraging of the "green" movement. Keywords: [plastic ban](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/plastic-ban.md), straws, [credit cards](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/credit-cards.md), rfid chip, [agenda 21](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/agenda-21.md), [environment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/environment.md) ### iPhone 7 Upgrade Experience and Apple Pay Cash Elimination - **Episode:** [873: Poster Boys of Evil](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/873-poster-boys-of-evil.md) - **Published:** 2016-10-30 - **Time:** 2:12:23–2:21:50 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/873-poster-boys-of-evil/chapter/iphone-7-upgrade-experience-and-apple-pay-cash-elimination.md The transition to the iPhone 7 is noted for its significant speed improvements and better radio support for T-Mobile's LTE frequencies. However, Apple CEO Tim Cook's stated goal to "kill cash" through Apple Pay is criticized as an attempt to position the company as a middleman in every transaction. The discussion also touched on the frustration of slow EMV chip card readers and the lack of actual security provided by the new payment standards. Keywords: [iphone 7](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iphone-7.md), [tim cook](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tim-cook.md), [apple pay](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/apple-pay.md), t-mobile lte, [chip cards](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chip-cards.md) ### Credit Card Security, European Chip and Pin Failures - **Episode:** [672: Taboose](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/672-taboose.md) - **Published:** 2014-11-23 - **Time:** 19:13–24:22 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/672-taboose/chapter/credit-card-security-european-chip-and-pin-failures.md American credit cards equipped with chips are failing to utilize the standard PIN security protocol in Europe, instead defaulting to a signature-based system. Furthermore, European point-of-sale terminals are offering dynamic currency conversion that applies unfavorable exchange rates to unsuspecting American travelers. Keywords: [chip and pin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chip-and-pin.md), [credit cards](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/credit-cards.md), [exchange rates](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/exchange-rates.md), [fraud](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fraud.md), [starbucks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/starbucks.md), [apple pay](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/apple-pay.md) ### Obama Executive Order on Consumer Financial Security - **Episode:** [662: Barama](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/662-barama.md) - **Published:** 2014-10-20 - **Time:** 1:20:26–1:26:59 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/662-barama/chapter/obama-executive-order-on-consumer-financial-security.md President Obama signed an executive order to improve the security of consumer financial transactions, which the hosts interpret as a government-funded bailout for banks. The order mandates a transition to "chip and pin" technology for government payment terminals, including the 44 million EBT cards processed by major banks like JPMorgan Chase. Keywords: [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [executive order](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/executive-order.md), [chip and pin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chip-and-pin.md), ebt cards, [jpmorgan chase](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jpmorgan-chase.md), [bank bailout](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bank-bailout.md) ### Executive Order 13681 and the Bank Bailout - **Episode:** [662: Barama](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/662-barama-2.md) - **Published:** 2014-10-20 - **Time:** 1:20:26–1:26:59 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/662-barama-2/chapter/executive-order-13681-and-the-bank-bailout.md President Obama signed Executive Order 13681, ostensibly to improve the security of consumer financial transactions. The analysis argues this is a hidden bailout for banks, as it mandates the government-funded upgrade of payment terminals to "chip and pin" technology, specifically for the EBT and Social Security systems. Keywords: executive order 13681, [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [credit card fraud](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/credit-card-fraud.md), [chip and pin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chip-and-pin.md), [ebt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ebt.md), [jpmorgan chase](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jpmorgan-chase.md) ### Rotterdam Architecture, Muslim Demographics, RFID Transit Cards - **Episode:** [648: Centrifuge Him!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/648-centrifuge-him.md) - **Published:** 2014-08-31 - **Time:** 2:38:16–2:42:37 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/648-centrifuge-him/chapter/rotterdam-architecture-muslim-demographics-rfid-transit-cards.md Adam Curry describes his trip to Rotterdam, noting its modern architecture and the high cost of the RFID-equipped transit cards. He observes that a large portion of the population appears to be Muslim and non-Dutch speaking, leading to a feeling of cultural displacement in the city. Keywords: [rotterdam](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rotterdam.md), [amsterdam](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amsterdam.md), [architecture](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/architecture.md), [rfid](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rfid.md), [chip cards](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chip-cards.md), [demographics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/demographics.md), muslim population ### US Credit Card Security and the Chip-and-PIN System - **Episode:** [576: Mysterious Erratic](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/576-mysterious-erratic.md) - **Published:** 2013-12-22 - **Time:** 32:54–35:56 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/576-mysterious-erratic/chapter/us-credit-card-security-and-the-chip-and-pin-system.md The United States lags behind Europe in adopting the more secure Chip-and-PIN (EMV) credit card system due to the high cost of upgrading terminals and cards. Banks currently treat the $5 billion in annual fraud as a cost of doing business, which is significantly lower than the $50 billion they collect in fees. The lack of consumer liability in the U.S. further disincentivizes banks from investing in better security technology. Keywords: [credit card fraud](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/credit-card-fraud.md), [chip and pin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chip-and-pin.md), [banking industry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/banking-industry.md), emv, [europe](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/europe.md) ### European Payment Systems, Chip and PIN vs Magnetic Stripe - **Episode:** [473: Mac and Cheese](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/473-mac-and-cheese.md) - **Published:** 2012-12-27 - **Time:** 30:06–35:56 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/473-mac-and-cheese/chapter/european-payment-systems-chip-and-pin-vs-magnetic-stripe.md Adam Curry reports that many European retailers, particularly in the Netherlands, have stopped accepting American magnetic stripe credit cards in favor of "Pin" or Chip and PIN technology. He notes that some stores now refuse cash entirely, creating significant hurdles for American tourists whose banks have not yet adopted the digital chip standard. Keywords: [credit cards](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/credit-cards.md), [chip and pin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chip-and-pin.md), magnetic stripe, [europe](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/europe.md), [banking](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/banking.md), [germany](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/germany.md) ### RFID Chip Implementation, Dutch Public Transport and Surveillance - **Episode:** [125: Breaking News: Ted Kennedy Is Dead](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/125-breaking-news-ted-kennedy-is-dead.md) - **Published:** 2009-08-27 - **Time:** 0:01–5:03 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/125-breaking-news-ted-kennedy-is-dead/chapter/rfid-chip-implementation-dutch-public-transport-and-surveillance.md Dutch authorities in Rotterdam and Amsterdam are implementing mandatory RFID chip cards for public transport as of August 27, 2009. 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