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Amazon Enhances Security with Passkeys Integration: A Technological Breakthrough In the post-2020 world, Amazon’s ubiquity rivals that of daily necessities, with many relying on the e-commerce giant. While Amazon’s tech prowess can sometimes seem overzealous, a recent move has garnered praise for its technological innovation. Amazon now allows users to log in using Apple’s Face ID or Touch ID and Passkeys, a significant step towards bolstering security. Passkeys, as explained by TechTarget, are an alternative method of user authentication that eliminates the need for traditional usernames and passwords. These unique passkeys are stored only on the user’s device, reducing the risk of data breaches, hacking, and phishing attacks. Previously, Apple and Google had taken steps to activate Passkeys by default, a development that raised some eyebrows due to its departure from the conventional password approach. Amazon, however, has bridged this understanding gap by offering a user-initiated activation process, enhancing comprehension and confidence in Passkeys. To activate Passkeys on Amazon, users can follow these steps: 1. Sign in to Amazon.com 2, Choose “Accounts & Lists” 3. Under “Your Account,” click on “Login & Security” 4, Under “Passkey,” click “Setup” Additionally, Amazon provides detailed information on using Passkeys on various devices and sharing them with friends and family, two-step verification, and privacy considerations. While tech giants like Google and Apple are automating Passkey implementation for users, Amazon’s approach focuses on educating and empowering its customers. The availability of Passkeys offers enhanced security for Amazon accounts and aims to demystify this evolving security feature. Amazon’s initiative is not alone in the Passkey movement, as other major companies like Adobe, Best Buy, eBay, GoDaddy, Instacart, PayPal, TikTok, and many more have joined the Passkey program, highlighting the broader adoption and recognition of this new security standard. Apple Releases Major OS Updates with Notable Features and Security Fixes In a slightly delayed release, Apple introduced a substantial set of operating system updates this week, including iOS and iPadOS 17.1, macOS Sonoma 14.1, watchOS 10.1, and tvOS 17.1. These updates bring a range of new features and several security enhancements, addressing both user experience and device security. iOS and iPadOS 17.1 Highlights • AirDrop transfers can now continue over the internet even if devices move out of range. • Significant improvements in Music app personalization and content discovery. • Enhanced reliability of Screen Time settings syncing across devices. • Fixed Significant Location privacy bug. • Resolved laggy and unresponsive keyboard issues. • Addressed image persistence problems.