Passkeys and Verifiable Digital Credentials: Friends or Foes? @ Authenticate 2025

Passkeys promise to replace passwords with a simpler, more secure login experience, but myths and confusion still hold many organizations back. This session at Authenticate 2025 tackles some commonly heard questions and misconceptions about passkeys and breaks down the facts in clear, practical terms. You’ll walk away with a solid understanding of what passkeys really solve, what they don’t, and how to approach adoption with confidence.

a session at Authenticate 2024 which dives into the intricate relationships between websites, browsers, apps, operating systems, passkey providers, and security keys, and each party’s role and impact on user experience and functionality.

a session at Authenticate 2023 on the basics of passkeys, phishing resistance, some history, and a look at the future