Tech What are passkeys and why do UK cyber chiefs want us to use them? Published 2 months ago on April 24, 2026 By News24x7 Share Tweet Passwords have long been the default way we secure accounts online but the NCSC has said passkeys are a better option. Related Topics: Up Next OpenAI boss ‘deeply sorry’ for not telling police of Tumbler Ridge suspect’s account Don't Miss Biobank data leak caused by ‘a few bad apples’, boss tells BBC Continue Reading Latest Tech51 minutes ago Tech Life – ChatGPT prompt generates disturbing images – BBC Sounds Sports53 minutes ago Jan Paul Van Hecke: Tottenham agree £52m deal with Brighton for defender Sports1 hour ago Queen’s: Cameron Norrie beaten by Alejandro Davidovich Fokina but Arthur Fery through Sports1 hour ago Queen’s Tennis: The best shots of Davidovich Fokina’s victory over Norrie Sports2 hours ago ICC Women’s T20 World Cup highlights: Sri Lanka stun NZ to put title defence on the brink World2 hours ago German broadcaster removes TV intro after Elon Musk takes legal action Sports3 hours ago Women’s T20 World Cup: de Silva punishes poor fielding in impressive performance Bussiness3 hours ago Pizza Hut to be sold by Yum! Brands for $2.7bn World3 hours ago Hundreds of cats stolen for food in Vietnam rescued by police, welfare group says Sports3 hours ago Women’s T20 World Cup: Sri Lanka seal victory to upset reigning champions New Zealand