Passkeys are not an Apple invention: The new standard, also called WebAuthn, is backed by the so-called FIDO Alliance and the W3C. However, it is supported by the three platforms Android, Windows and iOS/macOS, and Apple, Google and Microsoft are working together on this. Passkeys are intended to completely replace passwords and enable simple and secure login to websites and applications.
More FIDO in the News
CNBC: Here’s why Google, Apple and Microsoft think it’s time to kill the password
FIDO Alliance Executive Director and CMO Andrew Shikiar spoke with CNBC about the passwordless future…
CNBC: Everything you know about passwords could be wrong
FIDO Alliance Executive Director and CMO Andrew Shikiar spoke with CNBC about password problems and…
Biometric Update: FIDO Alliance gains momentum, certifies 688 authentication products in 2019
FIDO Alliance certified over 688 products in 2019 ranging from consumer brands to biometrics vendors…
Subscribe to the FIDO newsletter
Stay Connected, Stay Engaged
Receive the latest news, events, research and implementation guidance from the FIDO Alliance. Learn about digital identity and fast, phishing-resistant authentication with passkeys.
"*" indicates required fields
