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Andrew Shikiar is deeply involved in the realm of cybersecurity, with a particular emphasis on the latest advancements in authentication technologies. His work frequently revolves around the activities of the FIDO Alliance, an organisation at the forefront of reducing reliance on traditional passwords and enhancing security measures for the Internet of Things (IoT).

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Andrew has written extensively on the development and adoption of multi-factor authentication solutions, including security keys and passkeys. He highlights the importance of addressing not just security, but also user experience, with new guidelines being released to expedite the deployment and adoption of such technologies.

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His pieces often explore the urgent need for innovation in cybersecurity strategies, especially in light of increasing phishing attacks and the vulnerabilities associated with centralised biometric data storage. Andrew advocates for leveraging advanced authentication technologies over relying solely on training to protect users from these pervasive threats.

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Through his coverage, Andrew also brings attention to key industry movements, such as Apple, Google, and Microsoft’s expanded efforts to eliminate passwords, and notable collaborations like those between the FIDO Alliance and cybersecurity firms globally, including the Australian company, Haventec.

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iProov earns first global FIDO certification for face biometrics
Last month
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iProov becomes the world’s first company to earn FIDO certification for face biometric verification, marking a key milestone in the push to reduce password reliance.
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The FIDO Alliance releases UX guidelines all about passkeys
Fri, 2nd Jun 2023
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The FIDO Alliance has released new user experience (UX) guidelines to help accelerate deployment and adoption of passkeys.
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The future of authentication: four trends to watch in 2023
Mon, 19th Dec 2022
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In a year of economic uncertainty and geopolitical tensions, it should be no surprise that the digital landscape is fraught with cyberthreats.
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The old ways aren’t working – Let’s rethink our cybersecurity
Mon, 12th Sep 2022
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Phishing attacks are on the rise in Australia, with one successful attempt every eight minutes. It's time to rethink legacy authentication methods.
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FIDO Alliance releases guidelines for optimising UX with FIDO Security Keys
Thu, 30th Jun 2022
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The new guidelines aim to accelerate multi-factor authentication deployment and adoption with FIDO security keys.
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Apple, Google and Microsoft expands plans to get rid of passwords
Fri, 6th May 2022
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FIDO Alliance says the world is closer to not relying on passwords after Apple, Google and Microsoft expands their support for a passwordless sign-in standard.
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FIDO Alliance champions security and authentication experts
Wed, 13th Apr 2022
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FIDO Alliance has announced that testing is now available for individuals seeking to become FIDO Certified Professionals.
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Haventec officially joins FIDO Alliance and Microsoft’s ISV partner network
Fri, 4th Feb 2022
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Australian cybersecurity firm Haventec has joined the FIDO Alliance to help reduce reliance on passwords and improve authentication standards.
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Technology, not training, protects users from phishing
Thu, 21st Oct 2021
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Businesses should prioritise utilisation of readily available authentication technologies to prevent the ongoing phishing threat.
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New onboarding standard to secure Internet of Things launched
Wed, 21st Apr 2021
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The FIDO Alliance has created a new IoT onboarding standard to enhance security, cost, and complexity challenges in device deployment.
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Common misconceptions about smart homes and biometrics
Mon, 22nd Jun 2020
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The real cause of most attacks is not biometrics itself, but the storage of biometrics data in a centralised database.