System and method for anonymous tracking of individuals

摘要

A system and method for eliciting information anonymously from a user are provided. The anonymously provided information is received from at least one of a plurality of broadcasting units via a respective transmitter. The anonymously provided information is received via a dedicated broadcast reception component that is configured to interface with the broadcasting unit. The plurality of broadcasting units are each configured with the respective transmitter and configured to receive and transmit information from the user. The plurality of broadcasting units are also configured to communicate over a communication network. Information representing at least one physical characteristic of the user is received from the at least one of the plurality of broadcasting units. The at least one physical characteristic identifies the user. The information representing the at least one physical characteristic of the user is matched with the anonymously provided information. The incentive to be provided to the user or a third party associated with the user is provided in exchange for the anonymously provided information.