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September 9, 2020 11:00 am

Yubicos new USB-C security key with NFC could be the one key to unlock them all




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Yubico is announcing a new version of its USB-C equipped YubiKey 5 security key with NFC built in, which should theoretically be a convenient combo and compatible with many future devices moving forward.


Previously, YubiKey offered the YubiKey 5 series in your choice of USB-A; USB-A and NFC; USB-C; and USB-C and Lightning. But with the new YubiKey 5C NFC that’s being announced today, you no longer have to pick between being able to plug your key into a USB-C port or the convenience of NFC authentication, which lets you just tap your key on your device — you can now buy a key that offers both.



Hardware-based keys offer an extra layer of account security by requiring that you either...



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Original Link: https://www.theverge.com/2020/9/9/21428090/yubico-yubikey-5c-nfc-newest-usb-c-security-key

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