Two-factor authentication (2FA) is a fantastic security measure, but not all 2FA is created equal. SMS-based 2FA is by far the least secure authentication option, and yet, far too many companies use ...

If you're having trouble receiving an SMS code from Instagram, you may need to try another form of two-factor authentication. You should also make sure your phone isn't in Do not disturb mode and that ...

Update, Feb. 26, 2025: This story, originally published Feb. 23, now includes additional commentary regarding the potential security implications of the decision to deprecate SMS from the Gmail ...

Telegram now supports passkey logins, allowing users to sign in with Face ID, Touch ID, or a device PIN instead of passwords ...

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SMS is widely regarded as an insecure form of two-factor authentication, and another example of this has just emerged. A carrier looks to be injecting ads into the Google verification code used to ...

Google is now planning to phase out the use of SMS authentication for Gmail, and the company is looking towards using other methods that are far safer and more convenient than text messages. Various ...

CAMPBELL, Calif., September 25, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--8x8, Inc. (NASDAQ: EGHT), one of the industry’s most integrated customer experience (CX) platform providers, has launched 8x8 Omni Shield ...

One of Australia's big four banks has issued an urgent warning about the latest text scam trying to rip off customers by stealing their personal details. Westpac has warned customers to be aware of ...

ValueFirst Messaging Pvt. Ltd. launches short code SMS services for sales lead generation and customer interaction and customer relationship management via SMS. The ValueFirst short code SMS services ...