Passwords have been used as the first line of defense in protecting one’s digital identity, but they are fast becoming obsolete due to rampant identity theft. There seems to be no value in passwords anymore due to the increase in breaches of security systems on different platforms. This calls for an easier method of suppressing theft.

It is equally important to recognize the rise of passkeys as they help a great deal in bolstering digital identity protection.


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Corbado: Passkeys Japan: An Overview

In 2025, Japan accelerated passkey adoption in response to evolving security challenges. Following a rise in unauthorized…

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New Scientist: Passwords will be on the way out in 2026 as passkeys take over

Can you remember all your passwords off the top of your head? If so, you…

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Biometric Update: NIST announces new mDL use case, resources to support financial sector adoption

A webinar on mobile driver’s licenses (mDLs), presented by the National Cybersecurity Center of Excellence…

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