Connectivity Standards Alliance

Setting A New Security Benchmark: Kudelski IoT's Semiconductor Alliances Redefine IoT Provisioning

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Wednesday, April 10, 2024
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Setting A New Security Benchmark: Kudelski IoT's Semiconductor Alliances Redefine IoT Provisioning

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  • Setting A New Security Benchmark: Kudelski IoT's Semiconductor Alliances Redefine IoT Provisioning
    Premier integration with Microchip, and collaborative partnerships with ST Microelectronics, Infineon, and Silicon Labs radically simplify a critical IoT security requirement.
  • Kudelski IoT libraries are integrated with semiconductor partner tools to enable device manufacturers to personalize their products in the factory or in the field.
  • Hardy Schmidbauer, Senior Vice President at Kudelski IoT, said, “For many IoT device manufacturers, security provisioning is today a laborious manual process that is prone to error, seriously compromising the security of individual devices, or even of a manufacturer’s whole chain of security.
  • By partnering with top IC manufacturers, Kudelski IoT is making provisioning a simpler, more automated, and secure process than ever before.

DigiCert and Macnica Bring Matter-Enabled Smart Home Solutions to Panasonic Room Air Products

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024
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Selected by CSA as the world's first Matter Root CA, DigiCert supports the project with high security and support capabilities backed by professional experience and knowledge based on the company’s certificate business experience and wide adoption worldwide. Macnica, with its expertise in the IoT and IT domains, played an important role in the implementation of the Matter-compliant digital certificates at Panasonic Group’s production plant--from deal discovery and management through implementation and post-deployment technical support. 

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  • Together, they will introduce the first room air conditioner in India equipped with Matter 1.21, a common standard for smart homes.
  • The certificates allow Panasonic room air conditioners to be seamlessly integrated into the Matter ecosystem, enabling users to control and monitor their room air conditioners from Matter-enabled devices such as smart speakers, smartphones, and tablets.
  • The Panasonic room air conditioner series equipped with the Matter Protocol is available at all major retailers and e-commerce platforms in India.
  • “The security of Panasonic room air conditioners has been greatly enhanced by adopting the latest solutions from DigiCert, a leading provider of digital certificates, in addition to the security-oriented Matter standard.

LINKING SECURITY: ALLEGION US FEATURES INTEROPERABILITY, MOBILE CREDENTIALS, SCHLAGE XE360™ AND SERVICES AT ISC WEST

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
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LAS VEGAS, April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Allegion US, a leading provider of security solutions, technology and services, will be exhibiting and demonstrating new interoperable electronic access control technologies and software at the ISC West 2024 (booth # 20055), the security industry's most comprehensive and converged trade show occurring from April 9-12, 2024, at the Venetian Expo in Las Vegas.

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  • Through the Allegion Alliance Network , Allegion develops collaborative relationships with other companies to provide a broader range of products and services.
  • In addition, participation with Connectivity Standards Alliance (CSA) and the FiRA consortium provides cutting-edge, cross-industry collaboration with a focus on solving for end-user needs.
  • And collaboration with leading companies like SwiftConnect provides customers with accelerated adoption of NFC access control and seamless access experiences.
  • Attendees can speak with on-the-floor experts to learn about how to help schools implement PASS Guidelines and avoid critical security mistakes.

SEALSQ Corp Showcases Its All-In-One Solution for Consumer IoT Device Makers to Achieve New Product Security Verified Mark™ During the Connectivity Standards Alliance (CSA) Event in Singapore

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Tuesday, March 19, 2024
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These latest advancements include an all-in-one solution designed for consumer IoT device makers enabling them to achieve the new Product Security Verified Mark.

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  • These latest advancements include an all-in-one solution designed for consumer IoT device makers enabling them to achieve the new Product Security Verified Mark.
  • As consumer IoT devices become more widely adopted, there is a greater focus on security in response to an uptick in breaches and malicious device takeovers.
  • SEALSQ’s all-in-one solution enables compliance with all key aspects of the program specified requirements including:
    Unique identity for each IoT Device.
  • Simplified management of device attestation certificates and product attestation intermediates via the SEALSQ INeS CMS Platform for IoT.

The Connectivity Standards Alliance and the Cyber Security Agency of Singapore Sign Mutual Recognition Arrangement on Cybersecurity Labels for Consumer IoT

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Tuesday, March 19, 2024
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DAVIS, Calif., March 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Connectivity Standards Alliance (Alliance) and the Cyber Security Agency of Singapore (CSA) have marked a significant milestone by signing a Mutual Recognition Arrangement (MRA), solidifying their dedication to recognizing their respective cybersecurity labels for consumer Internet-of-Things (IoT) devices.

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  • DAVIS, Calif., March 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Connectivity Standards Alliance (Alliance) and the Cyber Security Agency of Singapore (CSA) have marked a significant milestone by signing a Mutual Recognition Arrangement (MRA), solidifying their dedication to recognizing their respective cybersecurity labels for consumer Internet-of-Things (IoT) devices.
  • This MRA is the outcome of collaborative discussions aimed at fostering global cooperation, advancing the harmonization of standards, reducing duplicate testing procedures and costs for manufacturers, and improving security for consumer IoT across geographic boundaries.
  • Such harmonisation in cybersecurity requirements and mutual recognition will provide greater incentives to manufacturers to incorporate Cybersecurity-by-Design and Cybersecurity-by-Default into their IoT devices."
  • The agreement between the Alliance and CSA signifies a landmark commitment to cultivating international cooperation and coordination in cybersecurity.

The Connectivity Standards Alliance Product Security Working Group Launches the IoT Device Security Specification 1.0

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Tuesday, March 19, 2024
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DAVIS, Calif. , March 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Connectivity Standards Alliance ("Alliance") Product Security Working Group is pleased to announce the release of their IoT (Internet of Things) Device Security Specification 1.0 , with the accompanying certification program, and Product Security Verified Mark.

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  • DAVIS, Calif. , March 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Connectivity Standards Alliance ("Alliance") Product Security Working Group is pleased to announce the release of their IoT (Internet of Things) Device Security Specification 1.0 , with the accompanying certification program, and Product Security Verified Mark.
  • "The unveiling of the IoT Device Security Specification 1.0, alongside its certification program and the Product Security Verified Mark, signals an important milestone in bolstering IoT security and building confidence with consumers," said Tobin Richardson, Alliance President & CEO of the Connectivity Standards Alliance.
  • "The Alliance's Product Security Verified Mark and IoT Device Security Specification 1.0 will make it easier for manufacturers to address consumer IoT security requirements around the world."
  • As technology advances and new threats emerge, the Product Security Working Group remains committed to continuously enhancing the IoT Security Device Specification and the accompanying certification program.

Kudelski IoT Partners with Infineon to Enhance Smart Home Device Security with New Matter-Certified Solution

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Wednesday, March 13, 2024
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Cheseaux-sur-Lausanne, Switzerland, and Phoenix, AZ, USA, March 12 2024 – Kudelski IoT, a leader in digital security and IoT solutions, and Infineon Technologies AG, a global semiconductor leader in power systems and IoT, today announced a security solution with a Matter provisioning service for the smart home and smart building device ecosystems.

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  • Cheseaux-sur-Lausanne, Switzerland, and Phoenix, AZ, USA, March 12 2024 – Kudelski IoT, a leader in digital security and IoT solutions, and Infineon Technologies AG, a global semiconductor leader in power systems and IoT, today announced a security solution with a Matter provisioning service for the smart home and smart building device ecosystems.
  • The Matter standard, developed by the Connectivity Standards Alliance with contributions from over 600 companies, including Kudelski IoT and Infineon, aims to revolutionize the smart home industry by ensuring devices work seamlessly together while maintaining the highest security levels.
  • Frédéric Thomas, CTO of Kudelski IoT, emphasizes the importance of this collaboration: "In the era of IoT, security and interoperability are not just features but necessities.
  • To learn more about this innovative solution and how it can benefit your smart home device development, visit Infineonand Kudelski IoT websites.

Fibocom Collaborates with STMicroelectronics to Debut Smart Home Solution at MWC Barcelona 2024

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Tuesday, February 27, 2024
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BARCELONA, Spain, Feb. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Fibocom (Stock code: 300638), a leading global provider of IoT (Internet of Things) wireless solutions and wireless communication modules, today announced the collaboration with STMicroelectronics, a global semiconductor leader serving customers across the spectrum of electronics applications, in launching the industry-leading smart home solution leveraging the Matter-compatible technologies, STM32WB55 and FG370. It ensures the centralized control of smart home devices across different protocols, allowing smart home devices to interact smoothly.

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  • It ensures the centralized control of smart home devices across different protocols, allowing smart home devices to interact smoothly.
  • In collaboration with STMicroelectronics, Fibocom has integrated the smart home solution into 5G CPE in conjunction with ST's MCU STM32WB55 and Fibocom's 5G module FG370.
  • Looking forward, the partnership with the ecosystem will strengthen and tighten the acceleration of smart home solution in a unified platform."
  • Learn more about Fibocom's smart home solution at booth #5I33 in hall 5 during MWC Barcelona 2024.

Fibocom Collaborates with STMicroelectronics to Debut Smart Home Solution at MWC Barcelona 2024

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Tuesday, February 27, 2024
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BARCELONA, Spain, Feb. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Fibocom (Stock code: 300638), a leading global provider of IoT (Internet of Things) wireless solutions and wireless communication modules, today announced the collaboration with STMicroelectronics, a global semiconductor leader serving customers across the spectrum of electronics applications, in launching the industry-leading smart home solution leveraging the Matter-compatible technologies, STM32WB55 and FG370. It ensures the centralized control of smart home devices across different protocols, allowing smart home devices to interact smoothly.

Key Points: 
  • It ensures the centralized control of smart home devices across different protocols, allowing smart home devices to interact smoothly.
  • In collaboration with STMicroelectronics, Fibocom has integrated the smart home solution into 5G CPE in conjunction with ST's MCU STM32WB55 and Fibocom's 5G module FG370.
  • Looking forward, the partnership with the ecosystem will strengthen and tighten the acceleration of smart home solution in a unified platform."
  • Learn more about Fibocom's smart home solution at booth #5I33 in hall 5 during MWC Barcelona 2024.

Parks Associates: Only 24% of Security Dealers are Familiar with Matter

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Tuesday, February 13, 2024
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DALLAS, Feb. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Parks Associates' latest security dealer survey, Security Dealer Perspectives: Views from the Front Line, reveals dealer familiarity with the Matter standard has increased to 24% in 2023, up from 16% in 2022, but the overall rate is still low, with the standard officially launched in December 2019. Security companies need more awareness of this initiative given the implications of the standard for the future of the industry.

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  • Security companies need more awareness of this initiative given the implications of the standard for the future of the industry.
  • The annual study surveys security dealers across the US to gain insights on their view of the market and their current strategies to grow professional monitored home services.
  • Greater interoperability between products benefits all adopters but can also attract new entrants that will compete with established security vendors.
  • It also lowers the barriers to offering a smart security solution, thus encouraging even more competition from DIY players.