SMS, Gmail and QR

Google Is Replacing SMS Codes With QR Codes for Gmail Authentication
SMS codes have long been less secure than other forms of authentication. With QR codes, Google aims to reduce users' dependency on carriers for account verification.
Gmail will soon switch away from SMS codes in favor of QR codes (Updated: More details)
Gmail will soon ditch SMS codes for two-factor authentication, and use QR codes instead. This will reduce the impact of global SMS abuse.
Gmail is killing SMS-based 2FA login codes in favor of this instead
SMS-based two-factor authentication has security issues. That's why Google is finally replacing it with something better soon.
Gmail to Replace SMS Authentication With QR Codes for Two-Factor Authentication
Google is finally dropping support for SMS-based login codes, which is widely considered an insecure form of two-factor authentication.
Why Gmail is replacing SMS codes with QR codes - and what it means for you
Google reportedly is aiming to dump SMS as a two-factor authentication method for Gmail and switch to a more secure approach using QR codes. Reducing SMS abuse. In an email
Google Might Ditch SMS-Based Two-Factor Authentication For Gmail & Replace It With QR Code Authentication
Google is reportedly planning to discontinue support for SMS-based two-factor authentication (2FA) for Gmail. Instead, the company is expected to introduce QR codes as an alternative to the SMS codes currently sent to users.
Google Phases Out SMS Codes for Gmail Authentication, Introduces QR Code Verification
Google has announced a significant overhaul to its Gmail authentication process, transitioning from SMS-based two-factor authentication to QR code verification. This change aims to enhance user security and address vulnerabilities associated with SMS authentication methods.
Google binning SMS MFA at last and replacing it with QR codes
Everyone knew texted OTPs were a dud back in 2016 Google has confirmed it will phase out the use of SMS text messages for multi-factor authentication in favor of more secure technologies.… The search-and-ads giant introduced SMS distribution of one-time passcodes for authentication for Gmail in February 2011,
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Google is replacing Gmail’s SMS authentication with QR codes
The change will roll out in the coming months and help reduce fraud and spam while improving security.
1.8 billion Gmail users urged to avoid 'dangerous' new attack
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