Dr. Whitfield Diffie: As one of the pioneers of public-key cryptography, Diffie’s work has been instrumental in shaping secure digital communication. His understanding of encryption and authentication mechanisms makes him an authority in the cybersecurity domain.
Stina Ehrensvard: As the CEO and founder of Yubico, Ehrensvard has been instrumental in promoting the YubiKey, a hardware-based two-factor authentication device. She champions stronger, user-friendly authentication mechanisms.
Adam Langley: Working at Google, Langley has played a crucial role in the development and deployment of TLS 1.3, the most recent version of the internet’s primary security protocol. His insights on web authentication are profound.
Brett McDowell: As the former Executive Director of the FIDO (Fast IDentity Online) Alliance, McDowell has been at the forefront of promoting password-less authentication, driving a seamless yet secure online experience.
Dr. Angela Sasse: A professor at University College London, Dr. Sasse’s research focuses on human-centered security and privacy. She looks into the usability of authentication methods and how to align them with human behavior and understanding.
Lorrie Cranor: An expert in the human side of security and privacy, Cranor’s work has been influential in understanding password behaviors and the usability of authentication systems. She’s a distinguished professor at Carnegie Mellon University.
Derek Hanson: As a leading figure at Yubico, Hanson’s work on the protocols and mechanisms that underpin YubiKey and similar technologies has driven advancements in the hardware authentication space.
Julie Smith: An executive director of The Identity Defined Security Alliance, Smith is a vocal advocate for identity-centric security strategies. She often speaks about the convergence of identity and security and the future of authentication.
Dr. Cormac Herley: A principal researcher at Microsoft Research, Dr. Herley delves deep into the economics of cybersecurity, authentication failures, and user behavior. His papers provide valuable insights into why users resist certain authentication measures.
Michael Barrett: Known for his tenure as PayPal’s CISO, Barrett has been a proponent of ditching passwords for more secure, user-friendly authentication methods. His insights into risk-based authentication and adaptive approaches have garnered attention.
