An integrated circuit card includes an interface block for performing an
interface function with the external devices and a power controller for
controlling power of a security integrated circuit for detecting if an
operational environment is in an abnormal state, the power controller
periodically and selectively applies power to the security integrated
circuit. Thus, power consumption is reduced in the integrated circuit
card; and a stable operation of the integrated circuit card which
contactlessly communicates with the external devices can be secured with
an extended communication distance.