1Kosmos has launched a new FIDO-compliant biometric authentication solution called 1Key, designed to enhance security and accountability in shared login environments. The solution addresses critical security challenges in operational technology systems, hospitality services, and other collaborative workspaces where multiple users need access to shared accounts.
The launch comes amid growing enterprise adoption of passwordless authentication technologies, with recent reports showing that 87 percent of enterprises in the US and UK are implementing such solutions. 1Key’s introduction follows 1Kosmos’s significant market expansion in 2024, during which the company tripled its revenue and doubled its customer base.
The solution features a dedicated biometric-enabled device that remains permanently connected to protected endpoints, allowing multiple users to authenticate via fingerprint verification. This approach eliminates the security risks associated with traditional shared passwords while maintaining a detailed audit trail of all access events.
1Key integrates with privileged access management systems, including CyberArk’s credential vault, which has recently expanded its identity security capabilities through strategic acquisitions. The solution’s FIDO compliance is particularly significant as FIDO standards continue to gain prominence in global digital identity infrastructure.
“Shared accounts have traditionally been a security blind spot, lacking both accountability and auditability, which leaves organizations vulnerable to unauthorized access,” said Hemen Vimadalal, CEO of 1Kosmos. “With 1Kosmos 1Key, we’re delivering a biometric-driven solution that not only simplifies access but ensures each user interaction is secure and trackable.”
The solution is particularly relevant for industries requiring secure shared access, including manufacturing facilities, medical offices, call centers, and retail environments. By eliminating the need for individual credentials while maintaining strict user identification, 1Key aims to reduce costs associated with traditional key management while enhancing security.
1Kosmos 1Key is now available through the company and its global partner network.
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March 19, 2025 – by the ID Tech Editorial Team
