"I have strong issues against using smart cards. Widespread, everyday use of smart cards will be an end to the few remaining shreds of privacy that we still have. Why not simply implant microchips into everybody? It is basically the same thing." Actually, that isn't necessary. Dr. Stephen Brands of Zero Knowledge has developed a system called digital credentials that does digital signatures using zero-knowledge proofs. You could use smart cards as digital signature devices without giving away your identity. It's rather fascinating. The white paper is on the freedom.net website. HK ________________________________________________________________________ Protect your privacy! - Get Freedom 2.0 at http://www.freedom.net --- You are currently subscribed to e-gold-list as: archive@jab.org To unsubscribe send a blank email to [EMAIL PROTECTED]