• twix@infosec.pub
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    11 months ago

    Well, on the other hand, do you just understand how simple cards work? I for sure don’t and I don’t see why I would need a chip from my provider to access it’s services, if I can get a digital key instead.

    • Empricorn@feddit.nl
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      11 months ago

      As I understand it (I’ve done literally zero research), it’s to prevent spam/spoofing, at least in the US. With a physical card, you can’t just instantly convert your phone to a different number and carrier. Now, with all the robocalls I get, there’s obviously still more work to be done…