Near Field Communication (NFC) is a wireless communication technology that enables two devices to establish a connection by being brought into close proximity, typically within a few centimetres of each other. This technology is commonly used in smartphones, credit cards, access control systems, and other electronic devices for contactless data exchange. NFC is based on radio-frequency identification (RFID) technology and operates at a frequency of 13.56 MHz.

NFC was jointly developed by Sony and Philips in 2002, but it was not until 2006 when Nokia introduced the first NFC-enabled phone, the Nokia 6131, that NFC was commercially deployed. Since then, many other smartphone manufacturers have added NFC functionality to their devices, and NFC has become widely used for various applications such as mobile payments, contactless ticketing, and access control.

In 2004, the NFC Forum was formed as a non-profit industry association to promote the use and standardization of Near Field Communication technology. The NFC Forum comprises organizations from all over the world, including device manufacturers, chip makers, mobile network operators, and other companies involved in the development and deployment of NFC technology. The NFC Forum works towards promoting the use of NFC technology by developing and promoting NFC standards, specifications, and certification programs, as well as educating consumers and businesses about the benefits of NFC technology.

Nowadays, NFC usage is growing rapidly. Many devices are now NFC-enabled, such as mobile payment platforms like Apple Pay, Google Pay, and Samsung Pay, which allow users to make payments by simply tapping their mobile device on an NFC-enabled payment terminal. NFC is also commonly used in access control systems in offices, buildings, hotels, and other facilities. Additionally, NFC can be used in marketing and advertising to deliver content to users' smartphones or other devices when they tap an NFC-enabled tag or object

The future of NFC looks promising, with the potential for many more use cases and applications in various industries. As the technology continues to evolve, it is likely that more businesses and organizations will adopt NFC technology for their products and services. Overall, NFC offers a convenient, secure, and reliable means of wireless communication that is quickly becoming a popular choice for many different applications.