Identity at the Center #302 - Authenticate 2024 Preview with Andrew Shikiar
In this episode of the Identity at the Center podcast, Jeff and Jim discuss the intricacies of authentication with Andrew Shikiar, Executive Director and CEO of the FIDO Alliance. The conversation covers various aspects of authentication including different use cases, the importance of passkeys, and regional adoption trends. They also highlight the upcoming Authenticate 2024 conference in Carlsbad, California, emphasizing its unique value for identity experts and practitioners. Listeners are encouraged to take advantage of early bird pricing and discount codes for the event linked below.
00:00 Welcome to the Identity at the Center Podcast
01:36 Podcast Milestones and Schedule
02:42 Engaging with the Audience
04:35 Introducing the Guest: Andrew Shikiar
07:34 FIDO Alliance and Passkeys Overview
10:12 The Importance of Passwordless Authentication
18:23 Authenticate Conference Highlights
22:07 Conference Details and Registration
26:19 Networking and Conference Challenges
26:35 Session Tracks and Remote Participation
28:02 FIDO APAC Summit in Kuala Lumpur
29:38 Highlights of the Authenticate Conference
32:21 Identity Verification and Adjacent Technologies
34:28 Live Podcasts and Interactive Sessions
35:59 Fun Activities and Networking at Authenticate
39:52 Travel Experiences and Final Thoughts
Connect with Andrew: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewshikiar/
Learn more about the FIDO Alliance: https://fidoalliance.org/
Authenticate Conference - Use code IDAC15 for 15% off: https://authenticatecon.com/event/authenticate-2024-conference/
FIDO Alliance Shop - https://shop.fidoalliance.org/ - Use code IDAC10 for a discount on your purchase!
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Jim McDonald: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimmcdonaldpmp/
Jeff Steadman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffsteadman/
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