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Proton releases a new app for two-factor authentication | TechCrunch

TechCrunch · 3m ago

Proton releases a new app for two-factor authentication | TechCrunch

Proton has launched a new authenticator app for two-factor authentication, offering users a secure and convenient way to protect their accounts. Available on iOS, Android, Windows, macOS, and Linux, the app uses end-to-end encryption and is open source. It allows syncing codes across devices, automatic code backup, and works offline. Emphasizing user control over data and accessibility, the app aims to provide an extra security layer against attacks, enhancing user privacy and security.

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New rules for authenticating payments beyond SMS OTP to kick-in from April 2026

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1m ago

New rules for authenticating payments beyond SMS OTP to kick-in from April 2026

The RBI will implement new digital payment authentication rules from April 1, 2025, allowing alternatives to SMS OTP while keeping two-factor authentication mandatory. Options include passwords, PINs, tokens, or biometrics.

RBI allows risk-based checks in new digital payment guidelines

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1m ago

RBI allows risk-based checks in new digital payment guidelines

The Reserve Bank of India has released final guidelines for digital payment authentication, effective April 1, 2026, to enhance security and encourage fraud prevention innovation. Issuers can implement risk-based checks beyond two-factor authentication. The framework promotes new technologies while retaining SMS-based OTPs and mandates additional authentication for specific cross-border transactions.

Proton is bringing its password manager to the business world

Techradar

Techradar · 1y ago

Proton is bringing its password manager to the business world

Proton has introduced Proton Pass for Business, a password manager tailored for enterprises. The tool boasts advanced algorithms and authentication security, ensuring transparent and private credential security. Proton claims its compliance with GDPR and emphasizes strong privacy protection through its Swiss base. Additionally, it provides anti-censorship technologies, accessible pricing, and features like Proton Sentinel to defend against account takeover attacks. The tool also offers email aliases to combat spam and phishing attacks. Proton Pass for Business is available starting at $1.99 per month.

Digital payments eye sharper success rates as biometrics, passkeys replace OTPs - The Economic Times

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1m ago

Digital payments eye sharper success rates as biometrics, passkeys replace OTPs - The Economic Times

The digital payments industry anticipates a 2-3% increase in transaction success rates due to the implementation of new authentication methods like biometrics and passkeys, which eliminate issues tied to OTP delivery. These methods offer enhanced security, reduce costs, and improve user experience by tying authentication to the device, thereby reducing the likelihood of fraud. The RBI mandates two-factor authentication for digital transactions, favoring risk-based models to combat rising instances of fraud.

No OTPs: Federal Bank enables fingerprint, Face ID for online payments

IndianStartupNews

IndianStartupNews · 3m ago

No OTPs: Federal Bank enables fingerprint, Face ID for online payments

Federal Bank, in collaboration with fintech companies M2P and MinkasuPay, introduced India's first biometric authentication for e-commerce transactions. This new system allows users to authenticate online purchases using fingerprints or Face ID, enhancing security and reducing transaction times to 3-4 seconds. It aligns with RBI's two-factor authentication norms and offers a fallback to OTPs if needed. This innovation aims to provide a seamless and secure digital payment experience for customers.

Proton Mail desktop app officially launches, but remains for premium subscribers only

TechCrunch · 1y ago

Proton Mail desktop app officially launches, but remains for premium subscribers only

Proton Mail has released its dedicated desktop app for end-to-end encrypted (E2EE) email service, after previously being available in beta. However, the app is only accessible to paying users, contrary to earlier promises that it would be available to all users. Proton Mail has justified the decision by citing infrastructure and maintenance demands. The company has also introduced a standalone Linux desktop app in beta and bundled its encrypted Calendar service with the new app. While there are no immediate plans to offer the desktop app to free users, Proton Mail remains open to changing its approach based on user feedback.

Apple terminates Epic's account, Meta platforms get knocked offline and former Twitter execs sue Elon Musk

TechCrunch · 1y ago

Apple terminates Epic's account, Meta platforms get knocked offline and former Twitter execs sue Elon Musk

In this edition of TechCrunch's "Week in Review" newsletter, several noteworthy events are covered. Roku has required users to agree to new dispute resolution terms in order to use their devices, leaked databases exposed two-factor authentication codes for tech giants like Facebook and Google, and Elon Musk has sued OpenAI for allegedly betraying its nonprofit mission. Additional news includes Apple terminating Epic Games' App Store developer account, a massive outage affecting Facebook and Instagram, and former Twitter executives suing Musk for severance payments. Funding updates, analysis, and podcast highlights are also mentioned.

UnitedHealth confirms 190 million Americans affected by Change Healthcare data breach | TechCrunch

TechCrunch · 9m ago

UnitedHealth confirms 190 million Americans affected by Change Healthcare data breach | TechCrunch

UnitedHealth has disclosed that a ransomware attack on its subsidiary Change Healthcare affected about 190 million Americans, doubling initial estimates. The breach, the largest in U.S. medical history, involved stolen health and insurance data, including personal identifiers and medical records. The ALPHV ransomware gang was responsible for the attack, accessing systems via a stolen credential lacking multi-factor authentication. UnitedHealth stated no misuse of the data has been detected, and two ransoms were paid to prevent further data exposure.

India may block Proton Mail | TechCrunch

TechCrunch · 1y ago

India may block Proton Mail | TechCrunch

Proton, the Swiss privacy-focused email service, has received a notice of a potential block in India after its platform was used to send bomb threats to schools in Tamil Nadu. Proton has condemned the possible block, stating that it will not prevent cybercriminals from using other email services and will only harm ordinary users. The Indian IT Ministry issued the notice to block Proton Mail at the request of the Tamil Nadu police. Proton Mail had previously removed its VPN servers in India due to a law requiring disclosure of customer information.

Apple WWDC 2024: Mark Gurman suggests game-changing password app coming

Livemint

Livemint · 1y ago

Apple WWDC 2024: Mark Gurman suggests game-changing password app coming

California-based tech giant Apple is reportedly set to introduce a revolutionary Passwords app during its upcoming Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) 2024. The app is expected to offer seamless password management and security solutions for users, utilizing Apple's iCloud Keychain. Along with password storage and generation, the app may support two-factor authentication and intelligently categorize credentials. Apple's entry into the password management space aims to position the company as a comprehensive digital security and convenience provider, potentially allowing users to import data from existing third-party solutions. Full details will be revealed during the WWDC keynote.

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