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I think Authy is saying that even multi-hundred billion dollar internet companies get it wrong, that's how hard it could be to properly build 2-factor. Don't try it yourself, use us.


> Don't try it yourself, use us.

I get it, what I'm saying is, if you're a multi-billion dollar internet company whose business it is to manage hundred of millions of users, you should keep security in-house, and get it right instead of outsourcing it to a start-up.


I think specifically what they're saying is 'If even Google can get it wrong, then you should seriously reconsider implementing it yourself if you need it. That said, we know a lot more about it than most people and you can trust us more than you can trust something you build yourself.'




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