The UK government plans to implement passkey technology for its digital services by the end of 2025, replacing SMS-based two-factor authentication. This move, announced at CYBERUK 2025, aims to enhance security against cyber-attacks on services like benefit claims. Passkeys utilize biometric sensors and public-key cryptography, offering phishing resistance and faster logins, while reducing operational costs.
LockBit ransomware group falls victim to hackers itself
A data leak has disclosed information about negotiations with victims, Bitcoin wallet addresses, affiliate accounts, and details of attacks.
