The FIDO Alliance is getting ready to kick off its inaugural Authenticate event. Authenticate will run from November 9-20, with a virtual expo hall and nearly two full weeks of programming that will address the subject of authentication from a variety of angles. The Alliance is offering free registration to anyone interested in its virtual event.


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