X and LinkedIn prepare for passkeys adoption as MFA providers release new tools

X, formerly known as Twitter, and LinkedIn are taking steps to support passkeys according to The Tape Drive's findings in backend code updates to each app. The social media platforms have not announced when the apps will begin supporting Passkeys, but their impending adoption represents another major step towards mainstream consumer adoption.

Passkeys were developed based on FIDO Alliance standards to provide a phishing-resistant alternative to password authentication for account access by consumers and employees.

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