Google makes passkeys default authentication system in turn to biometrics

Google introduced a new feature earlier this year that allows users to sign into their accounts using passkeys. After receiving positive user feedback, Google is now making passkeys the default option across personal accounts.

This means that the next time a user signs into their account, they will be prompted to create and use passkeys. Additionally, the "Skip password when possible" option will be enabled by default in their account settings.

The passkey will be established through either a fingerprint, …

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