By 63SATS Cybertech News Desk
In an age where digital convenience often trumps caution, forgetting a password has become almost as routine as misplacing your car keys. But what if we never had to remember another password again? That future may already be here.
According to a new report by the FIDO Alliance, the era of the password is rapidly fading, with over a third of people (36%) reporting that one or more of their online accounts were compromised in the past year due to weak or stolen credentials. The message is clear — the password system is broken.
The same FIDO Alliance report presents a compelling case for a transformative shift: passkeys. These next-generation credentials are gaining traction as a safer, simpler alternative to traditional logins. Around 48% of the top 100 global websites have already adopted passkey support, and public awareness is on the rise. A staggering 75% of survey participants now know what passkeys are, and 69% have started using them on at least one account. Interestingly, 38% of these users have adopted passkeys wherever they are available, reflecting a growing appetite for more secure and seamless authentication methods.
Are Passkeys the Future?
So, what exactly are passkeys, and why is the tech world buzzing about them?
Unlike passwords — which can be guessed, reused, or stolen — passkeys are cryptographic keys uniquely linked to your device and identity. They use biometric verification such as fingerprints or facial recognition to authenticate a user. The private key never leaves your device, while the public key stored on the service’s server only verifies your identity. This setup makes phishing nearly impossible — users cannot be tricked into entering credentials on a fake website, because the browser or device manages the authentication process.
This phishing resistance is a major step forward. Traditional credentials are easy targets for hackers deploying fake websites, deceptive links, and brute-force tactics. In contrast, passkeys eliminate these risks by operating only on verified, trusted domains. The tech does not rely on shared secrets (like passwords) and thus removes one of the most vulnerable parts of digital identity — human memory.
Major players in the tech space are already driving this shift. Google, Apple, and Microsoft have introduced passkey authentication across their platforms, offering users a frictionless, password-free experience. Social platforms like X (formerly Twitter) are following suit, further mainstreaming the technology. According to the FIDO Alliance, more than half of users who’ve adopted passkeys believe they are both more secure (53%) and more convenient (54%) than traditional logins.
The business case for passkeys is also compelling. According to the report, around 48% of users admitted to abandoning an online purchase due to password frustration. By replacing passwords with biometric passkeys, businesses can reduce cart abandonment, improve user satisfaction, and tighten security — a win-win in today’s hypercompetitive digital economy.
While passkeys won’t completely eliminate all cyber risks, they represent a significant leap in identity protection. As adoption accelerates, organizations will need to rethink their approach to authentication and prioritize user education. The challenge now lies not in the technology, but in widespread implementation and public trust.
According to FIDO Alliance, this poll was conducted from April 13-14, 2025, among a global sample of 1,389 adults ages 18 and up. Respondents for this survey were selected from the nearly 3 million people who take surveys on the SurveyMonkey platform each day. Data for this survey has been weighted for age, race, sex, education, and geography to adequately reflect the demographic composition of the United States, United Kingdom, China, South Korea and Japan.
The password has long been a digital Achilles’ heel — easy to forget, easy to crack, and often reused across multiple sites. But change is on the horizon. Passkeys, with their blend of biometric simplicity and cryptographic strength, are rapidly rewriting the rules of authentication. As more companies embrace this secure-by-design model, users too must adapt to this shift. In the not-so-distant future, the phrase “forgot your password?” may finally become obsolete — and that might be the best thing to happen to our digital lives.
