Research confirms consumers are turning to passkeys to protect their accounts

betanews.comPublished: 5/1/2025

Summary

World Passkey Day marks the launch of passkeys as a secure alternative to passwords, with 74% of consumers aware of their existence. Over half find them more convenient than traditional passwords, driven by concerns over password vulnerabilities and frustration with forgotten credentials. The FIDO Alliance's Passkey Pledge has been embraced by over 100 organizations to accelerate the adoption of this technology, aiming to revolutionize authentication methods and enhance data security.