Google Messages looks to be planning a sizable update to group chats, with the highlight being an ability to “join this group with this unique link or QR code.” About APK Insight: In this “APK Insight ...

Google Messages gains a new QR code key verification feature. This lets you verify that you’re communicating with the person that you intend to. However, it’s currently in the beta stage, but it ...

Google has confirmed it will phase out the use of SMS text messages for multi-factor authentication in favor of more secure ...

Google is adding two major updates to Android's Messages app. Starting now, Android Key Verifier is available to all Android devices running version 10 and above, reassuring users that their private ...

It might seem obvious that texting a strange phone number could be dangerous, but what about numbers you know and trust? You likely don't worry about sending a message to a friend or family member you ...

Google is preparing to phase out SMS-based two-factor authentication (2FA) for Gmail users, replacing it with QR code verification, according to a Forbes report. The move is aimed at enhancing ...

Key Verifier, a feature meant to confirm messages are coming from the person you think they are, is now live in Google Messages. The tool generates per-device QR codes that you and your contacts can ...

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 ...

The most successful digital scam is one that is tied to convenience. QR codes, which are used for everything from sharing contacts to making payments, are an ideal vector. In India, which runs the ...