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The future of authentication in 2026: Insights from Yubico's experts
Data Protection

The future of authentication in 2026: Insights from Yubico's experts

Yubico experts say 2026 will redefine authentication, with post-quantum security, digital ID wallets and AI-driven threats converging.

By Ronnie Manning • 9 min read • Thu, 8th Jan 2026
Why smart IT teams should solve device management before chasing AI
Marketing Technologies

Why smart IT teams should solve device management before chasing AI

Small firms expanding remotely face device management chaos, risking compliance crises and productivity loss before AI adoption can begin properly.

By Francis Osifo • 5 min read • Sat, 22nd Nov 2025
Specops extends uReset to boost cloud Entra ID password security
Digital Transformation

Specops extends uReset to boost cloud Entra ID password security

Specops uReset now supports cloud-only Entra ID, enabling 24/7 self-service password resets and reducing IT help desk password-related calls.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 3 min read • Thu, 28th Aug 2025
Yubico urges stronger passkey rules to boost digital security
Data Protection

Yubico urges stronger passkey rules to boost digital security

Yubico urges firms to adopt stricter passkey policies, favouring device-bound keys over synced ones to boost digital security and prevent breaches.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Mon, 18th Aug 2025
Specops adds Entra ID support to Secure Service Desk
Digital Transformation

Specops adds Entra ID support to Secure Service Desk

Specops Software updates its Secure Service Desk for Cloud to support native Entra ID, boosting identity verification for cloud, hybrid, and on-premises users.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 3 min read • Wed, 4th Jun 2025
Yubico expands YubiKey services to 175 countries globally
Multi-factor authentication

Yubico expands YubiKey services to 175 countries globally

Yubico's YubiKey as a Service and delivery models now cover 175 countries, boosting global access to phishing-resistant security solutions for businesses.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 21st May 2025
Yubico backs youth hackathons globally to boost cybersecurity skills
Unified Communications

Yubico backs youth hackathons globally to boost cybersecurity skills

Yubico's Secure It Forward programme has supplied YubiKeys to over 20 youth-led hackathons worldwide, boosting practical cybersecurity skills among young innovators.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Thu, 1st May 2025
Yubico & Solvatten boost digital security & clean water
Multi-factor authentication

Yubico & Solvatten boost digital security & clean water

Yubico's Secure It Forward programme teams up with Solvatten to deliver clean water and strengthen digital security in developing countries, aiding over 800,000 lives.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 24th Apr 2025
Yubico & Microsoft partner on phishing-resistant MFA
Multi-factor authentication

Yubico & Microsoft partner on phishing-resistant MFA

Yubico is set to enhance cyber resilience for businesses by supporting Microsoft's MFA requirements, paving the way for a passwordless future amid rising cyber threats.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Mar 2025
Exclusive: Yubico finds majority still using outdated methods to secure data
Multi-factor authentication

Exclusive: Yubico finds majority still using outdated methods to secure data

Despite increasing cyber threats, Yubico's survey reveals 39% still rely on just usernames and passwords. Regional VP Geoff Schomburgk calls for urgent cybersecurity reforms.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Thu, 26th Sep 2024
Women in Cyber interview with Yubico's Co-Founder and now Chief Evangelist, Stina Ehrensvard
Phishing

Women in Cyber interview with Yubico's Co-Founder and now Chief Evangelist, Stina Ehrensvard

Stina Ehrensvard, co-founder of Yubico, champions women's roles in cybersecurity, aiming to inspire more females to join the industry with her story.

By Yubico • 4 min read • Fri, 30th Aug 2024
Exclusive: Yubico's Geoff Schomburgk discusses future of passwords
Firewalls

Exclusive: Yubico's Geoff Schomburgk discusses future of passwords

Geoff Schomburgk of Yubico envisions a future beyond passwords, advocating for passkeys and hardware security keys like the YubiKey for secure authentication.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Fri, 23rd Aug 2024
Microsoft & Yubico boost security with FIDO2 integration
Multi-factor authentication

Microsoft & Yubico boost security with FIDO2 integration

Microsoft integrates FIDO2 APIs with Yubico for Entra ID, enhancing phishing-resistant security and streamlining YubiKey deployment for safer, efficient MFA.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 8th Aug 2024
Microsoft's Surface Pro 10 promotes passwordless future with YubiKey
Cybersecurity

Microsoft's Surface Pro 10 promotes passwordless future with YubiKey

Yubico's YubiKey collaborates with Microsoft's Surface Pro 10 for Business for NFC-based, phishing-resistant, passwordless authentication.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Mon, 25th Mar 2024
How AI and cybersecurity is shaping the 2024 election landscape
Artificial Intelligence

How AI and cybersecurity is shaping the 2024 election landscape

Tensions over AI-generated content and cybersecurity risks heighten as US voters express cross-party concern for the 2024 electoral landscape.

By Mary Mangione • 3 min read • Mon, 18th Mar 2024
Three quarters worry over AI misuse in upcoming US elections
Multi-factor authentication

Three quarters worry over AI misuse in upcoming US elections

A recent survey reveals a growing concern among 78% of U.S. voters over potential misuse of AI in the 2024 elections, affecting cybersecurity and election outcomes.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Tue, 12th Mar 2024

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Carers ACT launches YubiKeys to secure sensitive health info
Multi-factor authentication

Carers ACT launches YubiKeys to secure sensitive health info

Carers ACT deploys YubiKeys to protect sensitive health data, streamlining login and enhancing security for its support workers in the Australian Capital Territory.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Fri, 2nd Aug 2024