Russia Moves To Universal ID Card 200
prostoalex writes "On January 1st 2012, the Russian government will start issuing universal ID cards (Russian original) that will replace current national identification system (Russia has a system of internal passports), medical insurance cards, student IDs, public transport passes, and debit cards. The smart card contains unique personal identifiers and allows for multiple levels of authentication. The Russian government is pushing for local government agencies, transportation providers, banks and retail operators to adopt the government-issued ID to streamline their operations."
In Soviet Russia... (Score:1, Funny)
Re:In Soviet Russia... (Score:5, Funny)
In Soviet Russia, card identifies you!
Meanwhile, back in the States: "Yes Mr. Bank Teller, that is my card. Oh, you need a second form of identification? My wife says that card is mine, too!"
Re:Replace debit cards? (Score:5, Funny)
(Apologies to JRRT)
Re:In Soviet Russia... (Score:4, Funny)
Double sided tape. Forehead. Problem solved.
Really? (Score:4, Funny)
I mean, the universe is pretty big.