E017 - The Future of Authentication

This week we're joined by Robert Fowler, Director of Identity and Access Management at Tyson Foods, and discuss the evolution of authentication methods, the importance of security in the digital age, and the future of identity management. He emphasizes the shift towards passwordless authentication, the role of biometrics, and the potential of emerging technologies like quantum computing and brainwave authentication.

Find Robert Fowler on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robert-j-fowler/

Osaka University brain wave research: https://resou.osaka-u.ac.jp/en/research/2022/20220318_2 

Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Overview
04:32 Introduction and Background
05:52 The Current State of the Industry
07:59 Authentication Recommendations
10:22 Finding the Right Level of Authentication
14:36 The Future of Authentication
22:30 Implantable Technology
26:30 Quantum Authentication
29:59 Other Futuristic Authentication Methods
32:13 The Fight For Privacy vs. Security Question
33:55 Robert's Parting Thoughts and Contact Info
36:04 Reflections
40:49 Outro