GitHub now supports Web Authentication (WebAuthn) for security keys. Starting today, you can use security keys for two-factor authentication on GitHub with even more browsers and devices. The move toward WebAuthn makes it possible to use your laptop or phone as a security key without carrying a separate physical key. Were excited about the potential for strong and easy-to-use authentication options for the entire GitHub community in the future. We’re evaluating security keys as a primary second factor as more platforms support them.”]
Source: https://github.blog/2019-08-21-github-supports-webauthn-for-security-keys/