The devices are likely to be the first to conform to a new standard from UK payments association APACS, which issued a UK card-reader specification last year. A spokesman said: "I would speculate that other banks will follow suit (in issuing two factor authentication devices) if this deployment proves successful."
The Month: Twice as safe at Barclays
Barclays has announced that it will trial two-factor authentication devices for online customers. A calculator-sized card reader will generate a unique 12-digit authentication code when a bank card is inserted. The bank expects to deploy the devices throughout 2007.
Got a news tip for our journalists? Share it with us anonymously here.
Partner Content
Partner Content
How small audio upgrades can enhance your hybrid work and improve business ROI
.png&h=140&w=231&c=1&s=0)
Partner Content
Machine identity a key priority for organisations’ security strategies: CyberArk
Partner Content
Cyber Engineering launches at ctrl:cyber with former Shelde founders
_(20).jpg&h=140&w=231&c=1&s=0)
Partner Content
Empowering Sustainability: Schneider Electric's Commitment to Driving Customer Success
Sponsored Whitepapers
Fintech compliance made fast and secure
How to evaluate SIEM solutions Safeguarding your future Get a demo Download guide
2025 Security operations insights: Three-quarters of security leaders need something new in SIEM
_(26).jpg&w=100&c=1&s=0)
Sumo Logic named in the 2025 Gartner Critical Capabilities for Security Information and Event Management (SIEM)
The cloud tipping point
iTnews Executive Retreat - Security Leaders Edition
_(1).jpg&h=140&w=231&c=1&s=0)
