Singpass passkey now available for Android users
Singapore's national authentication system, Singpass, has expanded its passkey feature to Android users to help combat phishing scams. The system uses unique encryption keys stored on the user's device to provide a more secure login method than traditional passwords.
Why it matters
The adoption of passkey technology represents a significant shift in cybersecurity, moving away from vulnerable password-based systems toward biometric authentication.
A user’s passkey cannot be shared or exploited, unlike passwords or QR codes, and will not work on fake websites.
Listen SINGAPORE – A new mode of national authentication initially rolled out to iPhone users has now been extended to Android phone users.
National authentication system Singpass’ new passkey feature aims to foil phishing scams that have led to millions in losses by ensuring access is granted only to legitimate websites.
It works through a unique pair of encryption keys – one residing on the user’s phone and the other on Singpass’ backend server – for every website that is integrated with the national authentication system.
Thus, a user’s passkey cannot be shared or exploited, unlike passwords or QR codes, and will not work on fake websites.
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