Lital Does Identity

Didi and Lital share their personal updates and dive deep into the world of cybersecurity and the transition to passwordless authentication. Didi talks about his recent trip to Tel Aviv, comparing his flying experiences and highlighting the surprisingly good service on Alal airlines amidst the challenges of air travel with Israeli culture. He also discusses the current cybersecurity landscape, illustrating the problem of phishing and the significance of phishing-resistant multi-factor authentication (MFA). Meanwhile, Lital shares her experience moving to a new home, dealing with unpacking and adjusting to the new environment. She also announces her new job at Beyond Identity, a company focused on secure, passwordless authentication solutions, explaining the technology and its importance in today's cybersecurity environment. The episode touches on the resistance to change, the process of transitioning to passwordless systems in large organizations, and the perceived benefits of such a move.

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00:26 Didi's Flight Experiences and Cultural Observations

03:08 Lital's Moving Adventures and New Beginnings

04:28 Exploring New Job Horizons in Cybersecurity

06:55 The Intricacies of Modern Security: Phishing, MFA, and Beyond

16:11 Unlocking the Power of Authentication

18:55 The Challenge of Achieving Passwordless on Windows

21:57 The Journey to Passwordless: Strategy and Execution

29:20 Overcoming Resistance to Change in Passwordless Adoption

32:17 The Future of Passwordless and Final Thoughts