14 DAY TRIAL // Google is updating its Titan security keys with USB-C connectivity, and the new version will go on sale on October 15 in the United States.
Security keys are becoming increasingly popular, as they serve as one of the most secure ways of protecting accounts, documents, and pretty much any data.
While two-factor authentication comes in handy, adding a second security layer to an account, some are concerned that hackers could eventually be able to break into this and intercept sensitive information, like security codes, that can be then used to access personal data.
Security keys eliminate this risk, as they require a potential attack to actually be in possession of the device to access an account.
Going on sale in the Google Store for $40
Google’s new Titan security keys will be specifically addressed to customers who upgraded to devices with USB-C, and they come with support for Android, Chrome OS, Windows, and macOS.
Customers in the United States will be the first to get the new and improved security keys, but more markets are likely to follow shortly.
“USB-C Titan Security Keys are built with a hardware secure element chip that includes firmware engineered by Google to verify the key’s integrity. This is the same secure element chip and firmware that we use in our existing USB-A/NFC and Bluetooth/NFC/USB Titan Security Key models manufactured in partnership with Feitian Technologies,” Christiaan Brand, Product Manager, Google Cloud, says.
The new security keys will be available for purchase from the Google Store in the United States, and each unit will be sold for $40. Google is also offering bulk orders for enterprises in various countries, and organizations are recommended to get in touch with the search giant to get more information on pricing and availability.