These are the articles, videos and more that caught the attention of TechCentral’s editorial team in the past 24 hours.
- Will passkeys ever replace passwords? Can they?: Passkeys, based on WebAuthn, are a promising replacement for passwords, leveraging public-key cryptography to enhance security and thwart phishing. However, challenges remain, such as reliance on traditional authentication for setup, inconsistent implementations, confusing user experiences and partial adoption by websites. While they could improve online security, usability and widespread adoption barriers may hinder their full potential as a password replacement. Read more on The Register. DM
- The great American microchip mobilisation: Under Donald Trump and Joe Biden alike, the US has been determined to “reshore” chip-making. Now money and colossal infrastructure are flowing to a vast Intel site in Ohio – just as the company may be falling apart. Read more on Wired (soft paywall). DM
- Here’s some cool stuff you can do with Bluesky:Bluesky is booming. The X competitor offers a dynamic …