As relaxations have kicked in across the world and people are adapting to the new normal, containing the spread of COVID-19 is very important. This is possible with contact tracing and it is the reason for many countries to launch smartphone app solutions. Facilitating the same, EIT Digital complements the smartphone app approach with solutions based on physical tokens.
COVID-19 tracing pilot
EIT Digital is a European digital innovation and entrepreneurial education organisation. It fosters digital innovation in businesses and entrepreneurs by providing them with technology, talent, and growth support. It has partnered with four European regions and has started testing the COVID-19 tracing with physical tokens in real-life settings. The testing is being conducted at events and situations that are crucial for opening essential parts of the economy in Europe.