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Have you thought about getting one implanted?

If you're getting an implant already, why not make it an actual smartcard that you can use for WebAuthN, GPG, SSH etc.? :)

On the other hand, the fear of permanently bricking it or messing up the GlobalPlatform card management key has so far prevented me from doing it myself...

Because those cost $350 as opposed to $89, and the install only costs $60, and there is no stopping you from implanting more than one in different locations.

Many people get the small xEM or xM1 first to play with.

* https://dangerousthings.com/product/apex-flex/ * https://dangerousthings.com/product/xm1/

> there is no stopping you from implanting more than one in different locations.

Good point, although at some point you'll want to make sure your reader implements anticollision properly :)

(glances at chip on my desk)

..yes.

Hopefully getting that installed later this week :)

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