# Cross-Compatable Security Devices Yubico Created a Two-Factor Security Key Named the YubiKey 5Ci By Daniel Johnson | Published 2019-08-21 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/twofactor-security-key References: [techcrunch](https://techcrunch.com/2019/08/20/yubikey-dual-usb-c-lightning/) & [yubico](https://www.yubico.com/) Yubico has released a dual USB-C that can be used as a two-factor security key. The two-factor security key was initially announced a few months previously, and it will be able to support all USB-C compatible electronics, including [iPhones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/level-home) and [Mac](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/usb-c-multimedia-10) computers. The new dual USB-C has been titled the YubiKey 5Ci. The device is able to provide security features that are some of the best in the industry, by providing protection against a number of different security risks. The YubiKey 5Ci is also able to work with a number of different apps, like password managers and web browsers. The company's chief solutions officer believes the product is able to fill a previously unoccupied market space. This is because the key can provide security across different devices. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.9/10 - Popularity: 14% | Activity: 6% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Dual USB-C Security Key:** Creating a dual USB-C security key opens up opportunities to enhance security for a wide range of devices. - **Cross-compatibility in Security Devices:** Developing cross-compatible security devices allows for increased convenience and accessibility in securing different electronics. - **Integration with Password Managers and Web Browsers:** Integrating security keys with password managers and web browsers provides a seamless and efficient security solution for users. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Cybersecurity:** The cybersecurity industry can explore the potential of dual USB-C security keys to provide enhanced protection against security risks. - **Mobile Devices:** The mobile device industry can leverage the cross-compatibility of security devices to offer improved security features for smartphones and tablets. - **Authentication Services:** Authentication service providers can integrate dual USB-C security keys with password managers and web browsers to offer a comprehensive security solution to their customers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Physical Multi-Factor Security Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/feitian-multipass-k32.md) - [Physical Password Security Keys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cryptnox-fido-card.md) - [Aesthetic Digital Wallets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ledger-nano-gen5.md) - [Attack-Thwarting Crypto Wallets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/secux-neo-x.md) - [Data-Protecting USB Keys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nukii.md) - [Ruggedly Encrypted USB Drives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/encrypted-usb-drive.md) - [Secure Identity Features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/okta.md) - [Secure Encrypted SSDs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/touchlock-unlocks-drives.md) - [Biometric Sensor Password Authentication](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/passkey.md)