Microsoft’s bold ‘passwordless’ leap sparks alarm: ‘Are we really ready to say goodbye to passwords?’

In a move that’s being hailed as revolutionary by some and reckless by others, Microsoft has officially begun phasing out passwords—yes, the very thing we’ve been taught to guard with our lives. The tech giant announced that going forward, new users will no longer be able to create traditional password-based logins. Instead, they’ll need to sign up using modern alternatives like passkeys, push notifications, or security keys. It’s a futuristic leap, but not everyone’s cheering. The announcement, strategically timed to coincide with what used…