The Ultimate Guide to Passwordless
A curated Australian edition of TechDay news, analysis, interviews, reviews, job moves, and related resources for Passwordless.
What to know about Passwordless
Passwordless authentication is transforming the way we secure digital identities and access, moving beyond traditional passwords toward more secure, convenient, and phishing-resistant methods.
The latest stories cover diverse advancements in passwordless technology, including biometric integration, passkeys, hardware security keys like YubiKey, and cloud-based identity platforms. Industry leaders like Okta, Microsoft, Ping Identity, Yubico, and Thales are driving innovations that simplify user experiences while enhancing security across enterprise and consumer environments.
Readers exploring this tag will discover insights into why passwordless authentication is gaining traction, its role in zero trust security frameworks, and how emerging standards by organizations like the FIDO Alliance and W3C are paving the way for widespread adoption.
From practical implementation tips to new product launches and strategic industry partnerships, these stories highlight the evolving landscape of identity security and why embracing passwordless solutions is becoming essential in the face of rising cyber threats.
Australian Passwordless News
Regional stories with direct local relevance
Experts warn passwords no longer sufficient in AI era
Australian cyber security experts say passwords are no longer enough as AI use grows, with identity the new perimeter and passkeys urged.
Barracuda Networks tackle rising Aussie credential stuffing scams
Barracuda Networks proposes sturdy measures against escalating Australian credential stuffing scams, affecting around 20,000 consumers, with increased bot-assisted logins and poor password hygiene.
Australia aims to become global cybersecurity leader by 2030
Australia intensifies its cybersecurity measures with ambitions of becoming a global frontrunner in digital protection initiatives by 2030.
Australia leads in global cybersecurity with phishing-resistant measures
Australia adopts robust cybersecurity measures, leading global efforts in phishing-resistance, and positions as a prospective cybersecurity leader by 2030.
Insecure password practices pose risk to Australian businesses, CyberArk report shows
Substandard password security controls in Australia heighten risk of cyberattacks, reveals data from CyberArk.
Digital experiences shaping brand loyalty among Australian consumers
Ping Identity survey reveals changing dynamics of brand loyalty in the digital era, with consumers prioritising ease of use and security.
Expert Columns
Interviews
Interviews and video coverage from the network
Recent Passwordless News
Australian businesses keen on passwordless technology's future
Almost all Australian IT leaders anticipate a shift to passwordless technology, expecting passwords to be limited to under 25% of logins.
The old ways aren't working – Let's rethink our cybersecurity
Phishing attacks are on the rise in Australia, with one successful attempt every eight minutes. It's time to rethink legacy authentication methods.
Haventec officially joins FIDO Alliance and Microsoft's ISV partner network
Australian cybersecurity firm Haventec has joined the FIDO Alliance to help reduce reliance on passwords and improve authentication standards.
Ping Identity onboards Sydney-based Ascention as latest AU MSP
The appointment as VAR and MSP will enable Ascention to resell Ping Identity's services and solutions as part of its own data management solution.
Sydney-based cybersecurity company raises $11m, sets sights on US soil
Haventec secures $11m in funding and expands into US market with passwordless authentication and data storage solutions.
Ping Identity wins Google Cloud security partner award
Ping Identity named Google Cloud Security Partner of the Year as AI controls and marketplace sales drive growth across joint identity tools.
Login problems drive consumers away from digital services
Thales report finds weak login and sign-up flows are pushing users away, as trust in AI, data handling and digital services remains low.
Banks issue warning over AI-powered identity fraud risks
US banks and regulators are urged to adopt passkeys, mobile driving licences and tougher verification as generative AI fuels deepfake fraud.
RSA expands Microsoft tie-up with passwordless access
RSA deepens its Microsoft 365 E7 alliance to secure human and AI identities, rolling out wider passwordless access across complex estates.
Yubico expands YubiKey enrolment for Microsoft, Ping
Yubico expands YubiKey enrolment tools for Microsoft Entra ID and Ping, aiming to simplify passwordless onboarding and account recovery.
Verified trust boosts conversions, cuts fraud losses
Verified trust leaders see 51% higher sign-ups, 43% less fraud and faster onboarding as AI-era identity moves from static gate to dynamic fabric.
Ping Identity wins PROTECTED IRAP nod in Australia
Ping Identity secures PROTECTED IRAP assessment for PingOne Advanced Identity Cloud, boosting its appeal to Australian public sector buyers.
MSPs warned as cyber criminals weaponise trusted access
Cyber criminals are hijacking MSP trust relationships, abusing valid credentials and VPNs as AI turbocharges phishing and ransomware.
Portnox expands zero trust access to console tools
Portnox extends zero trust network access to RDP, SSH, VNC and Telnet, promising passwordless admin access and fewer VPN dependencies.
YubiKeys promise 265% ROI & 99.99% cut in breach risk
YubiKey rollout boosts ROI by 265% and slashes breach exposure 99.99%, Forrester study finds, delivering multi-million USD $ gains.
YubiKey study touts ROI, breach risk plunge for firms
YubiKey deployment delivers 265% ROI, USD $5.3 million NPV and 99.99% lower breach risk in Forrester model of a 5,000-staff enterprise.
Keeper adds instant account switching & passkey upgrades
Keeper rolls out instant multi-account switching and expanded passkey support across mobile and browser to streamline secure access.
iProov, HYPR join forces to combat AI-driven deepfakes
iProov and HYPR integrate liveness checks with passwordless login to stop deepfake workers infiltrating enterprises at onboarding.
Thales introduces new FIDO lifecycle management solution
Thales has unveiled its OneWelcome FIDO Key Lifecycle Management solution, aiding large organisations in deploying and managing FIDO security passkeys efficiently.
Nymi launches Nymi Band 4 for secure Industry 4.0 use
Nymi has unveiled the Nymi Band 4, a versatile wearable authenticator designed for handsfree passwordless Multi-Factor Authentication in diverse operational environments.