What is a passkey - and is it the future of online security? | BBC News

Passkeys are being called the future of how we stay safe online, with major internet businesses hoping this new tech will kill off passwords for good. The no-password solution uses biometrics or device pins to protect our accounts online using some clever encryption. Passkeys check who we are - as well as if we have the right code. It means increasingly that the future of logging in online will require thumbprints, PIN codes and facial ID. Subscribe here: http://bit.ly/1rbfUog For more news, analysis and features visit: www.bbc.com/news #Passkey #Technology #BBCNews