--- title: Behind the Push to Finally Eliminate Passwords description: The FIDO Alliance is pushing for smartphones to become the authentication standards as the tech industry presses for new methods. While the strategy has benefits, the proposal faces obstacles. 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While the strategy has benefits, the proposal faces obstacles. Read this blog from Cybersecurity Dive for insight on what the concept needs to become reality. 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