The advantages are many. Let’s start by saying that Passkeys are more secure than traditional passwords. These are fraud resistant and follow standards Fast Identity Online (FIDO )established by the FIDO Alliance, a global organization of which the Sony Group (owner of PlayStation) is part. The FIDO Alliance is responsible for defining and promoting the more advanced authentication standards for a wide range of devices and platforms. The goal is to reduce the dependence on passwords, which are considered an obsolete method in contemporary times. These standards are supported by leading companies and institutions in the technology sector, with which PlayStation itself has collaborated to offer an optimal access experience.


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Engadget: Biometric security now has an industry-wide testing standard

Engadget reports that FIDO Alliance has launched a first-of-its-kind Biometric Component Certification Program that will…

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VentureBeat: Hands-on with Google’s Titan Security Key, a $50 FIDO fob that secures your online accounts

VentureBeat reports that Google has launched its FIDO-based Titan Security Key for more secure user…

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TechRepublic: How to go beyond passwords in Windows 10

Windows 10 is moving towards more secure options for authentication — including support for the…

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