Constrained Exits Through The Strait Of Hormuz Highlight Persistent Energy Uncertainty

A small number of oil and LNG tankers have resumed departures from the Gulf through the Strait of Hormuz, offering limited relief to Asian energy buyers amid ongoing regional disruptions. Despite the recent movements, shipping traffic through the corridor remains significantly below normal levels.

Selective Movements Amid Heightened Uncertainty

According to data cited by Asharq Al Awsat, two LNG tankers recently departed the strait with destinations including Pakistan and China. A supertanker carrying Iraqi crude also exited the Gulf after remaining delayed for nearly three months. The limited activity reflects continuing uncertainty linked to tensions involving Iran, the United States and Israel.

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Operational Challenges In A Strategic Chokepoint

Roughly one-fifth of global oil and LNG shipments normally pass through the Strait of Hormuz. Recent vessel movements, including departures involving three Very Large Crude Carriers reported by Reuters, have reportedly followed routes approved by Iranian authorities. Shipping activity remains far below typical daily traffic volumes of approximately 125 to 140 vessel transits. Some days have recorded as few as 11 movements through the corridor.

Implications For Energy Markets And Seafarers

The limited resumption of cargo movements, such as LNG shipments to Pakistan and crude consignments to China, signals that some controlled trade continues despite prevailing risks. Notable voyages include the LNG tanker Fuwairit, which recently crossed the strait en route to Pakistan, and the Singapore-flagged VLCC Eagle Verona, currently chartered by Unipec, Sinopec’s trading arm. Nevertheless, the broader landscape remains unsettled, compounded by security risks, unresolved mine clearance, stringent insurance conditions, and the predicament of approximately 20,000 stranded seafarers still confined to Gulf waters.

Looking Ahead: Restoring Stability

For the shipping industry and energy stakeholders, the current vessel movements represent both a sign of operational continuity and a stark reminder of deeper uncertainties. As tanker broker Gibson noted, a full return to pre-war normalcy hinges on improved on-ground security, updated insurance protocols, and enhanced clearance measures. Until such reforms materialize, transit through the Strait of Hormuz is likely to remain selective and closely monitored, reinforcing the critical need for strategic reassessment in global energy logistics.

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Passkeys Are The Gold Standard For Account Security. So Why Don’t More Major Apps Offer Them?

by THEFUTURE.TEAM

June 25, 2026

Passkeys are increasingly being promoted as one of the most effective ways to protect online accounts. By reducing reliance on passwords, they help prevent phishing attacks, simplify sign-ins and strengthen account security. Despite those advantages, however, many major digital platforms have yet to adopt the technology.

A Security Upgrade Still Missing At Scale

That gap is the focus of whynopasskeys.com, a new site created by security researcher Scott Helme to highlight companies that have not yet enabled passkeys for their users. The site tracks major consumer brands that continue to rely on older login methods even as passkeys become the industry standard.

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Among the services still without passkey support are Instagram, Netflix and Spotify, according to the site’s data.

Why Passkeys Matter

Unlike traditional passwords, passkeys are generated on a user’s device and linked both to that device and to a specific website or application. Authentication can be completed through biometrics such as Face ID or Touch ID, a hardware security key or a password manager.

Because users do not need to create or remember passwords, opportunities for credential theft, phishing attacks and password reuse are significantly reduced. In most cases, gaining access to an account would require direct access to the user’s device.

Public Accountability As A Pressure Tactic

In a blog post explaining the project, Helme said the goal is to create pressure by making the absence of passkey support visible. “A list is a surprisingly effective motivator. Nobody wants to be on the list,” he wrote.

That approach has already worked elsewhere in cybersecurity: when businesses are publicly compared against peers on basic protections, they often move faster to close the gap. In this case, the list is intended to push platforms to give users a stronger and simpler login option.

The Companies Moving Faster

Many large technology companies have already adopted passkeys, including Apple, Google and Microsoft, reflecting the technology’s growing role in account security.

Implementation, however, remains uneven. Instagram users can currently access passkeys only when their account is linked to a Facebook account that already has passkey support enabled, highlighting differences in adoption even within the same company.

The Bigger Business Question

Meta has not publicly explained why passkeys are available on some of its platforms, including Facebook and WhatsApp, but not fully across Instagram.

Debate within the industry is no longer centred on whether passkeys work, but on how quickly companies are willing to deploy them. As phishing, credential theft and account fraud remain persistent cybersecurity challenges, passkeys are increasingly being viewed not as an optional feature but as an emerging security standard.

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