BT launches new authentication service

BT has launched a new authentication service to enable UK

retailers providing online services to combat growing fraud levels and protect user identities.

The new service, BT Managed Authentication, is aimed at organisations which attract large number of customers over the internet to access a specific application. It provides “multi-factor authentication” supplementing the customer’s traditional username and password with an extra one-time-password.

Jeffrey Schmidt, Executive Global Head of Business Continuity, Security and Governance at BT Global Services, said: “Businesses and end-users are facing increasing attacks against online services, and the need for better security is vital. Whether it is protection from fraudsters or simply wanting to reassure consumers that their money or data is secure, many organisations are moving away from username and password, towards stronger methods of authentication. Our new Managed Authentication Service offers this level of protection but also provides a seamless path for roll-out – removing complexity, cost, and time constraints from a critical deployment.”