For example, whether or not you pick a spade from a deck of cards is independent of what you picked previously if you replace the card you pick, but is not if you don't.

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It will replace the social security card and will need to be shown when buying or renting property and to new employers.

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Small businesses are looking at an increasing number of digital loyalty programs, which replace the traditional paper punch card and help merchants reward their repeat customers.

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WiCC cards double as NFC antennae, enabling them to seamlessly replace the existing NFC antenna with a card that delivers both NFC and wireless power.

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Bolten officially was sworn in Friday to replace Andrew Card, who had been chief of staff since Day One of the administration.

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Some banks also treat lost or stolen goods using the same procedures as in-store credit card fraud, requiring retailers to replace a missing item or face a transaction dispute.

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The software, which interacts with physical ID card readers via an application or by swiping it near a reader, could eventually replace the plastic badges that millions of people worldwide use to securely enter their offices and other facilities.

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The Harris poll revealed that two-thirds (66%) believe smartphone payments will eventually replace payment card transactions.

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