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OpenAI mandates hardware-backed passkeys for Trusted Access Cyber members

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What happened

OpenAI now requires members of its Trusted Access Cyber group to use hardware-backed passkeys to log into their ChatGPT accounts. This security update replaces traditional passwords with physical authentication keys, making it much harder for hackers to gain unauthorized access.

Why it matters

As AI companies handle increasingly sensitive data and intellectual property, adopting strict hardware-based security measures will likely become the gold standard across the industry to prevent sophisticated cyberattacks.

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