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It’s time to replace username and password with mobile number and SIM – here's why

If your users table and identity management is still based around usernames and passwords, you’re doing attackers’ jobs for them.

Thomas Hull
Thomas Hull
Content Specialist
no such thing as a strong password

Why there’s no such thing as a strong password

Passwords were once simple, but now they’re a tangled mess: a pain for users and an easy target for attackers. We explain why this apparent hallmark of online security is no longer actually secure.

Parth Awasthi
Parth Awasthi
Head of Product
trust in digital identity

How can we trust a digital identity? A security CEO explains…

What makes someone trustworthy in the real world – and in an era where everything’s mobile, how do we translate that trust to digital identity? CEO Paul McGuire explains...

Thomas Hull
Thomas Hull
Content Specialist
2FA Alternative

Why is it that your customers don't use 2FA?

Let’s face it: no customer is excited to enable 2FA. Only 2.3% of Twitter users have done it. But what if stronger security for your users could be effortless?

Thomas Hull
Thomas Hull
Content Specialist
Zero Trust User Authentication Using the Mobile Number

How to Implement Zero Trust User Verification Using the Mobile Number

We explain what Zero Trust is in the context of user verification and describe how businesses can tap into network-level authentication of the mobile number and SIM identity to help them progress towards Zero Trust.

Paul McGuire
Paul McGuire
Co-founder, CEO at tru.ID
Detect SIM swap fraud

Everything developers need to detect SIM swap fraud

Learn how to add passwordless SIM swap fraud detection with one API. Whether you're building a new app or reinforcing existing 2FA, find developer tutorials for every step of the process.

Parth Awasthi
Parth Awasthi
Head of Product
authenticator app 2fa security

Are authenticator apps the best 2FA method for your users?

Not all mobile authentication methods are equal. Authenticator apps improve security in some ways, but they’re still only as strong as their login method, and create several UX issues. Learn how reliable app-generated codes really are, so you can make the best choice for your security needs.

Parth Awasthi
Parth Awasthi
Head of Product
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Happy 30th birthday, SIM card – we couldn't do it without you

In its fourth decade, the simple but powerful form of identity at the heart of every mobile phone is now bringing mobile authentication into the 21st century. We celebrate by taking a look back and explaining how SIM security can solve the fraud problems of SMS and email...

Thomas Hull
Thomas Hull
Content Specialist
Paul McGuire, CEO tru.ID speaks to Cybersecurity Ventures

tru.ID launches SIM Security Podcast: From Digital Identity to Zero Trust 6-Part Series

In the first episode of our podcast series on SIM Security, tru.ID CEO Paul McGuire talks to Cybercrime Radio about trust and identity in the mobile world.

Paul McGuire
Paul McGuire
Co-founder, CEO at tru.ID

Did you know SIM-based authentication can help prevent account takover fraud?

Learn more about SIM swap fraud and why it is a risk every online business needs to manage. If you're using conventional methods of account authentication, book a free 30-minute strategy session to see if tru.ID can help you prevent account takeovers and protect your brand.

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