Kuwait Orders Two-Factor Authentication on Low-Wage Salary Accounts to Curb Fake Payments
The Central Bank of Kuwait has told local banks to require two-factor authentication from December 31 for withdrawals, transfers and payments of 25 Kuwaiti…
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NordPass Adds Built-In TOTP Feature With NordPass Authenticator
NordPass has launched NordPass Authenticator for personal accounts, adding built-in support for time-based one-time passwords (TOTP) inside its password…
Google to Replace SMS Authentication with QR Codes for Gmail Security
Google has announced plans to phase out SMS-based authentication for Gmail in favor of QR codes, marking a significant shift in its security strategy. The…
New Ford Vehicle Security Patents Cover Biometrics, Risk Signals
Ford is developing advanced biometric authorization systems for its vehicles as part of ongoing efforts to enhance security and user authentication, building…
‘Leading U.S.-based Social Media Company’ Tests Zwipe Access Card
Zwipe has announced that a “leading U.S.-based social media and IT company” is currently testing its Zwipe Access biometric cards. The testing is facilitated…
Singapore Mandates Selfie Check for High-Risk Bank Transactions
Singapore has mandated the use of facial recognition technology for authentication in “higher risk” banking transactions, aiming to curb the rise of scams…
Singaporean Financial Authorities Look to Phase Out OTPs
Singaporean authorities have determined that one-time passwords (OTPs) are too vulnerable to be used in the city-state’s banking sector. The Monetary Authority…
Deepfake AI Scammers Steal $11M from Crypto Account
An account on a crypto exchange holding about $11 million was drained by hackers using deepfake AI technology, according to a new report. Crypto LaLa, the…
The SEC Should Start Using Passkeys – Identity News Digest
Welcome to FindBiometrics’ digest of identity industry news. Here’s what you need to know about the world of digital identity and biometrics today: Mastercard,…
FIDO Standards Take Root in EU’s Emerging Digital ID Infrastructure
The FIDO Alliance’s authentication standards are steadily becoming a cornerstone in Europe’s digital identity landscape, as highlighted in recent reports by…