Passkey
New FIDO proposal lets you securely move passkeys across platforms
The Fast IDentity Online (FIDO) Alliance has published a working draft of a new specification that aims to enable the secure transfer of passkeys between different providers. Passkeys are a method of authentication without a password that leverages public-key cryptography to authenticate users without requiring them to remember or manage long strings of characters. FIDO reports that […]
Google Password Manager now automatically syncs your passkeys
Google announced that starting today, passkeys added to Google Password Manager will automatically sync between Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, and ChromeOS devices for logged-in users. Passkeys, which use biometric authentication such as fingerprints, facial recognition, or screen locks, provide a more secure and convenient alternative to traditional passwords, significantly reducing the risk of data breaches. […]