Utilizing FIDO passkeys addresses security risks associated with password-based systems which often lead to account takeovers, data breaches and even stolen identities. While password managers and legacy forms of two-factor authentication offer incremental improvements, there has been industry-wide collaboration to create passkey sign-in technology that is more convenient and more secure.


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Biometric Update: It’s World Passkey Day, actually: trust, adoption grows for FIDO credential

World Password Day is no longer. The annual day to promote secure password practices has…

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PC Mag: RIP Passwords: Microsoft Moves to Passkeys as the Default on New Accounts

Anyone setting up a new Microsoft account will soon find they’re encouraged to use a passkey during…

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The Verge: Microsoft goes passwordless by default on new accounts

After supporting passwordless Windows logins for years and even allowing users to delete passwords from their accounts, Microsoft…

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