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Your bank may stop texting you six-digit codes

Sunday, August 23, 2026


A banking authentication method called MagicalAuth by Glide.id uses cryptographic SIM credentials to verify logins without sending SMS one-time passwords. Traditional SMS codes can be intercepted or obtained through phishing. The system stores verification credentials directly on a device's SIM card instead of transmitting codes via text message.

Original reporting: https://www.foxnews.com/tech/bank-may-stop-texting-six-digit-codes

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