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Business Tech News: Gmail Is Killing SMS Two Factor Authentication


Published on 2025-03-02 11:40:51 - Forbes
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The article from Forbes, published on March 2, 2025, discusses Google's decision to discontinue SMS-based two-factor authentication (2FA) for Gmail. Google is moving away from SMS 2FA due to security concerns, such as SIM-swapping attacks where attackers can hijack phone numbers to intercept authentication codes. Instead, Google is promoting more secure alternatives like Google Authenticator, hardware security keys, and other authenticator apps. This shift aims to enhance user security by reducing vulnerabilities associated with SMS. The change will be implemented gradually, giving users time to transition to the new authentication methods. The article also touches on the broader implications for businesses and individuals, emphasizing the need for adopting more robust security measures in an increasingly digital world.

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