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A report from Check Point Exposure Management on the threat landscape in the manufacturing industry shows a dramatic increase in ransomware, supply chain attacks and OT-related cyber incidents. As smart factories and connected supply chains become more prevalent, attackers are changing their tactics.
read more...The latest "Automotive Manufacturing Outlook Survey" from ABB Robotics shows that cyber security has become the most important focus for automotive manufacturers around the world. This indicates a clear change in the perception of digital risks.
read more...According to Red Hat's "State of Cloud-native Security" Report 2026, 97% of the companies surveyed with hybrid cloud environments reported security incidents within a year. This is based on data from around 600 IT specialists.
read more...TÜV Rheinland has audited the "CRA Guide for Powerlink" from B&R. The guide is one of the first independently audited technical documentations for the implementation of the EU Cyber Resilience Act in automation.
read more...Dragos, a global provider of cyber security for OT environments, is expanding its collaboration with Microsoft. The aim is to support companies in modernizing and securing their cyber-physical operating processes.
read more...Check Point Cyber Security Report 2026
The new "Cyber Security Report 2026" from Check Point shows a significant increase in cyberattacks on German organizations by 2025. The education sector is particularly affected and is well above the national average.
read more...The EU Cyber Resilience Act (CRA) will require all manufacturers of products with digital elements to implement comprehensive security measures from December 2027. After a thorough review of its technologies, Profibus & Profinet International (PI) has come to the conclusion that Profinet already provides the basis for CRA compliance.
read more...Trend Micro has tested more than 100 AI models and warns of legal, financial and reputational risks associated with the unregulated use of large language models. The results show some strong regional and temporal deviations in the issues.
read more...International Federation of Robotics
The global market value of installed industrial robots reaches 16.7 billion US dollars - a new high. The International Federation of Robotics (IFR) analyzes five technological and structural trends that will shape robotics and automation in 2026.
read more...At the end of the year, TXOne Networks looks at the development of OT cyber security and identifies key trends for 2026 and 2027. The focus is on new EU regulations such as the Cyber Resilience Act, increasing time pressure for machine and plant manufacturers and the shift towards active, integrated and measurable OT security approaches.
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