12/01/2025
In Sweden, a striking tech trend is turning science fiction into daily routine: thousands of people are replacing keys, ID cards, and access badges with tiny microchips implanted beneath their skin. The rice-sized RFID or NFC chips allow users to unlock office doors, ride public transit, enter the gym, or even share contact information with nothing more than a wave of the hand. The movement began around 2015 with tech enthusiasts and has grown into a broader lifestyle choice, supported by startups hosting implant events across major cities. Supporters say the procedure is quick, nearly painless, and far more convenient than juggling multiple cards. đ
While the implants raise concerns about privacy and data security, the trend shows how naturally some societies adapt to hands-free, body-integrated technology. đ¤