Growing number of cyber attacks
Legal regulations required
Cyber attacks on German companies are becoming more frequent - and the damage can sometimes be immense. This is why calls for more cyber security regulations are growing louder.
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read more...One in ten companies affected by attacks
Around one in ten companies has been the victim of a cyber attack or similar IT security incident in the past year. This is the result of a representative survey commissioned by the TÜV association, in which 501 German companies were questioned.
read more...Using Zero Trust for OT infrastructures
Zero Trust is nothing new in IT, but the protection concept is only just beginning to be implemented in OT. Security specialist Palo Alto Networks advises manufacturing companies to take a closer look at the security concept.
read more...400 million euro turnover mark cracked
Pilz breaks the 400 million euro sales mark for the first time. The company has succeeded in "making the best of such unfavorable and unpredictable economic conditions". For the coming years, the company has announced that it will be expanding its range in the field of industrial security.
read more...Changes in the Management Board
Effective May 1, 2023, Thomas Lausten (CEO), Klaus Kiener (CFO) and Phil Antoniou (CSMO) together with the recently appointed CTO Christian Cabirol will form the new Mobotix Management Board.
read more...Pilz celebrates its 75th anniversary
Pilz celebrates its 75th anniversary with a reception at the Hannover Messe. In attendance: employees, companions, family and lots of warmth.
read more...Error? Unacceptable!
High-end systems from Brainware Solutions check the quality features and functions of door panels at an automotive supplier. Integrated into a production line, a test run of the black box takes 23 seconds. The operating and safety concept is essential here.
read more...AS-Interface for drive and conveyor technology
ASi-3 for collecting individual binary signals, ASi-5 for complex tasks where high transmission speeds and large data bandwidths as well as efficient addressing of participants are important - a 'dream team' especially for intralogistics systems.
read more...Safety - The winners
The winners in the Safety & Security category demonstrate the broad spectrum of functional safety: from risk assessment to emergency stop switches.
read more...Separation Kernel achieves EAL 5+
Sysgo has responded to the increased threat situation in the area of cyber security: The Separation Kernel PikeOS 5.1.3. achieves EAL 5+.
read more...Red card for IoT devices?
Just over a year ago, the EU enacted a new version of the "Radio Equipment Directive" - with stricter requirements for the cyber security of embedded systems. OEMs and embedded developers should react today to the requirements of tomorrow.
read more...What is safety competence?
Functional safety (FS) is indispensable in machines and systems. But how do you build up safety expertise? Find out what safety is and how a company can build up safety expertise.
read more...USB drive gateway
Industrial machines and the systems connected to them are usually equipped with the omnipresent USB interface. However, this connection is not only very popular with users, but also with cyber criminals.
read more...Group takes over Sella Controls
The Hima Group, which specializes in safety-related automation solutions, has acquired the British system integrator Sella Controls as of 1 February 2023. Representatives of both companies signed the agreement on January 31 in Manchester, UK.
read more...Achieving digital sovereignty
Germany and the European Union must become independent when it comes to cybersecurity, according to a BMWi priority study entitled "Digital Sovereignty". This can only be achieved through partnerships. Wibu-Systems has therefore launched an 'IT Security Club'.
read more...Safer Internet Day" campaign day
Educate about dangers on the net
How do I stay safe online? This question is the focus of a day of action on internet safety. In Saxony, there are both online coaching sessions and events in schools.
read more...Damage in Germany too
A major cyberattack targets a security vulnerability that was actually closed at the beginning of 2021. However, some IT managers have not done their homework. Companies from Germany are among the victims.
read more...embedded world Conference 2023
The safety and security topics of the conference
With almost 200 presentations, the embedded world Conference 2023 offers an extremely varied and extensive program. What is on the program in the area of safety and security?
read more...Energy consumption almost halved
Security technology provider Euchner has modernized the lighting in its two-storey logistics building in Leinfelden. This has enabled the company to almost halve its energy consumption and save 10.2 tons of CO2.
read more..."Cat and mouse game" with cyber criminals
Anyone who uses the internet can also fall victim to attacks. The cybercriminal scene is growing - and with it the danger for companies and authorities, says a security expert.
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