Passwords have been the cornerstone of digital identity for decades, but their weaknesses are well known. The industry is moving toward passkeys, which promise faster, phishing-resistant logins and fewer account takeovers. However, as Alex Bamgboye explains, eliminating passwords entirely introduces new risks. Recovery becomes the real challenge. Without a portable fallback, users can lose control when devices fail or accounts lock. Alex argues for a layered approach that preserves resilience while embracing modern authentication.
Originally published in Security Boulevard.
Excerpt: ”The best path forward isn’t to kill passwords outright; it’s to evolve their role.“
