Singpass to roll out passkey logins from Jul 1
Singapore's GovTech is introducing passkey authentication for the Singpass app starting July 1 to combat phishing scams. This new method uses device-bound encryption keys instead of passwords or QR codes to verify user identity.
Why it matters
It represents a significant shift in national digital security, aiming to eliminate password-based vulnerabilities and protect users from financial losses due to phishing.
If a device is lost or stolen, the Singpass app and passkey on it are automatically deactivated when the user sets up Singpass on a new device.
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