As a largely mobile-first region, there is widespread innovation, especially in payments. At the same time, bad actors are exploiting technologies and processes, putting this progress at risk.

That is why we are excited to announce the launch of the FIDO Americas Adoption Forum (FAAF). This is a new initiative designed to advance open standards and accelerate market adoption across the region. It aims to uncover new opportunities to provide simpler and safer authentication with FIDO technologies in the Americas. Initially, the Forum will be focused in Latin America, given its potential.


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