Google Chrome and Android are getting support for passkeys, a new security feature designed to replace traditional passwords. Passkeys were first announced by Apple in the summer of 2021, and were described by the company as a “next-gen credential that’s more secure, easier to use, and aims to replace passwords (opens in new tab) for good” Passkeys use “powerful cryptographic techniques and the biometrics built into the device” to keep accounts safe. They’re built on industry standards, work across different operating systems and browser ecosystems, and can be used for both websites, and apps, Google says. Google’s next milestone in this process is an API for native Android apps, coming later this year. . . .
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