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Microsoft Entra ID Shifts to Passkey Authentication Default

Microsoft is shaking things up with its Entra ID service by making passkey authentication the default method starting September 2026, and users currently relying on SMS or voice authentication will be automatically transitioned to passkeys. By February 1, 2027, SMS and voice authentication will be phased out, marking a significant shift towards more secure passkey technology.

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