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Fingerprint-Reading Security Keys

Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

Yubico's Newest Security Key Uses Fingerprint Recognition

— November 7, 2019 — Tech
The YubiKey Bio by Yubico is a new security key that requires fingerprint authentication. Security keys are often used to stop hackers and cybercriminals from hacking into online accounts. While the YubiKey Bio does just that, it also takes it a step further. By requiring the owner’s fingerprint, the YubiKey Bio ensures that the data will remain secure even if the key is physically lost or stolen.

This new design offers a completely password-less login -- a user simply needs to insert the key into their computer and sign in with their fingerprint. Much like the fingerprint scans on a smartphone, the user's biometrics are designed to remain on the device forever.

Yubico did not formally announce a release date or price for the new security key, however it said the fingerprint authentication has been a much-requested feature.
Trend Themes
1. Fingerprint Authentication - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop secure authentication systems that rely on fingerprint recognition instead of traditional passwords.
2. Password-less Login - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create user-friendly login systems that eliminate the need for passwords and instead use biometric authentication like fingerprints.
3. Enhanced Security Keys - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design security keys that combine multiple layers of authentication, such as fingerprint recognition, to provide robust security measures.
Industry Implications
1. Cybersecurity - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop advanced security solutions that leverage biometric authentication to protect against hacking and cybercrime.
2. Authentication Technology - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Innovate in the field of authentication technology to create more secure and convenient methods, such as fingerprint-based authentication systems.
3. Biometric Technology - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore advancements in biometric technology to create more reliable and user-friendly authentication systems, such as fingerprint recognition.
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