What short-range wireless technology enables contactless card payments?

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NFC

NFC stands for Near Field Communication and works by using electromagnetic radio fields to share data over distances of 4 centimeters or less. This short range is a security feature, as it makes it very difficult for hackers to intercept your payment information from afar.

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