# Theft-Reducing Bicycle Tags These Micro-Tags are Designed to Prevent Bike Theft By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2015-12-16 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/prevent-bike-theft References: [psfk](http://www.psfk.com/2015/12/micro-tags-technology-could-help-reduce-bike-thefts.html) & [bike-id.eu](http://www.bike-id.eu/) A German startup designed a series of micro-tags that can help to prevent bike theft. In cities around the world, bike theft is a pervasive problem. This company thinks that tiny identifiers could be used to decrease the number of bikes that are pilfered each year. 'Bike-ID' is an innovative startup that has created a foolproof way to prevent bike theft. The company offers a marking kit, which includes a laser-engraved security sticker that can be attached to any bicycle. The sticker bears the Bike-ID assigned serial number, which allows it to be added to the company's registry. This number is also added to a [titanium micro-tag](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/icetag) that acts as a back-up if the original sticker is ever removed. The goal is to make it easier to [track stolen bicycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moto-tag-2) and prevent them from eventually being resold. Bike-ID's registry is currently limited to Europe, however the company plans to expand into North American in the coming year. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.7/10 - Popularity: 81% | Activity: 81% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Bike Theft Prevention:** Innovative micro-tags and registry systems are being developed to reduce bike theft and improve recovery rates. - **Laser-engraved Security Stickers:** The use of laser-engraved security stickers provides a foolproof way to mark bicycles for identification and deter theft. - **Titanium Micro-tags:** Titanium micro-tags act as backup identification markers for bicycles, increasing the chances of recovery if the original sticker is removed. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Bicycle Industry:** The bicycle industry can capitalize on the demand for theft prevention accessories and systems, such as micro-tags and registry services. - **Smart Security:** The smart security industry can explore opportunities to develop advanced bike theft prevention technologies, including GPS tracking and remote-access lock systems. - **Insurance:** Insurance companies can leverage bike theft prevention technologies to offer specialized policies and coverage for bicycles, attracting more customers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Tracker-Friendly Bicycle Bells](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/airbell.md) - [Low-Cost Subscription-Free Item Trackers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lost-and-found-id-tag.md) - [Anti-Theft Backpack Straps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/loopit.md) - [Anti-Theft eBike Features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bosch-battery-lock.md) - [Hidden Seat Bike Locks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lockinvisible.md) - [Smartphone Retail Security Tags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/safe-tag.md) - [Reliable Anti-Theft E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vanmoof-1.md) - [Anti-Phone Theft Festival Pins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/block-pin.md) - [Compact License Plate Mounts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/license-plate-mount.md)