SMS, Gmail and Google

Google Replacing SMS With QR Codes for Gmail Authentication
You'll soon see a big change in how your Gmail account is secured and your two-factor authenticated logins are handled. Google has said it's planning to stop sending 2FA codes via text message to verify Gmail accounts in favor of security tools such as passkeys and QR codes that you would scan with your device.
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Google shares details on its plan to ditch SMS codes, and here's how it'll work
Google has shared more details around its plans on replacing SMS codes with QR codes for user authentication. Read on for the details!
Google Is Ditching SMS Code Verification, and That’s a Good Thing
In an effort to curb global SMS scams, Google is planning to shift away from SMS two-factor authentication. Instead, Google will prompt users to scan a QR code to authenticate their phone numbers instead.
Google plans to stop using insecure SMS verification in Gmail
Currently, Google sends SMS codes for two reasons: to confirm that a new login is legitimate and to block spammers from opening Gmail accounts in bulk. You type in your credentials, and a moment later,
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.
Google Business Profile Update: QR Codes For Review Pages
Google launches QR code feature for Business Profiles, making it easier to send customers directly to the review page.
Google offers QR codes to get reviews from customers
You can share the QR code with your customers in your marketing materials or hang it in your store to help them leave you a review.

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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.
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OIT to discontinue support for phone and SMS multi-factor authentication, require Duo or Duke Unlock
For community members who currently rely on SMS messages or phone calls for multi-factor authentication (MFA), OIT instructs ...
SMS Lifescience Consolidated December 2024 Net Sales at Rs 84.60 crore, up 17.41% Y-o-Y
Net Sales at Rs 84.60 crore in December 2024 up 17.41% from Rs. 72.05 crore in December 2023. Quarterly Net Profit at Rs.
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Infobip strikes new partnership as it tries to improve SMS services
Infobip has entered into a five-year strategic partnership with MTN subsidiary Bayobab. This will allow both companies to ...