US EditionPasskeys are now the standard for new Microsoft accounts
- Microsoft has made passkeys the default sign-in method for all new Microsoft accounts as of May 2025.
- This change stems from growing password vulnerabilities and Microsoft's ongoing effort to replace passwords with biometrics and public-key cryptography for enhanced security.
- The company prioritizes passwordless sign-in by automatically selecting the best method, such as biometric face or fingerprint scans, and prompting existing users to adopt passkeys while deleting passwords.
- Data shows passkey login attempts succeed about 98% of the time, compared to 32% for passwords, and sign-ins are eight times faster, supporting Microsoft’s claim of improved user experience and security.
- This shift suggests a major step toward passwordless authentication that could reduce cyberattacks and streamline user access across Microsoft services, signaling a likely end to traditional passwords.
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