Why Passwordless Authentication Isn't Here Yet: What Companies Need to Do Today

Since around 2018, experts in cybersecurity have predicted the end of passwords, expecting technologies like passkeys, biometrics, and FIDO2 hardware tokens to take over. The vision promised stronger security: eliminating breaches, stopping credential stuffing, and ending the need for sticky notes with passwords. Yet, widespread adoption remains elusive. A recent analysis from HYPR in March 2026 highlights this ongoing delay in transitioning to a passwordless future.