New cac
You're referring to the new CAC (Common Access Card) design!
The new CAC design, also known as the "Next Generation Common Access Card" (NG-CAC), was introduced in 2020 to enhance security and improve the overall user experience. Here are some key features of the new design:
- New card material: The new CAC is made of a more durable and flexible material, making it less prone to damage and easier to use.
- Enhanced security: The new design includes advanced security features, such as a hologram, micro-printing, and a unique serial number, to prevent counterfeiting and tampering.
- Improved biometric capabilities: The new CAC includes a fingerprint reader, which allows for more secure and convenient authentication.
- Expanded storage capacity: The new CAC has more storage capacity, allowing for more digital certificates and credentials to be stored on the card.
- New card layout: The new design features a new layout, with a larger digital certificate area and a more prominent display of the cardholder's name and photo.
The new CAC design is intended to provide a more secure, convenient, and efficient way for military personnel, government employees, and other authorized individuals to access sensitive information and systems.