KAUST Researchers Develop ‘Digital Fingerprint’ to Replace Passwords
KAUST researchers have developed a technology that gives each electronic device a unique ‘digital fingerprint’ based on subtle differences in its physical structure.
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Researchers at King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) have developed a technology that enhances the security of digital devices, providing a faster and more secure alternative to traditional passwords and security keys.
The technology gives each electronic device a unique ‘digital fingerprint’ based on subtle differences in its physical structure. Tiny integrated laser chips inside the device generate a distinctive optical code that is unique to each device. Artificial intelligence is then used to identify and verify this optical signature at high speed, making it much harder to forge or duplicate a device's identity.
The research team is continuing to study ways to integrate the technology into future computing and communications systems to help build a more secure and reliable digital infrastructure.
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