Security · 2h ago
Google adds selfie video as account recovery option
Google now lets users verify their identity with a short selfie video to regain access to locked accounts. The feature is designed for situations where users lose their phone or can't use two-factor authentication. It uses facial recognition to confirm the user is a real person.
Meridian48 take
While convenient, selfie-based recovery raises privacy concerns about biometric data storage and potential for spoofing.
Read the full reporting
Google now lets you sign in to your account using a selfie video →
The Verge
google-accountbiometric-authentication