Industry 4.0 and the Internet of Things
Siemens opens Cyber Security Operation Center
Siemens has opened 'Cyber Security Operation Centers' (CSOC) in Lisbon, Munich and Milford (Ohio/USA) for services to protect industrial plants.
read more...read more...Where digitization is stuck
The necessary digitalization in German industry is currently anything but running smoothly. A recent study by the VDI (Association of German Engineers) shows where things are stuck. Computer&AUTOMATION has compiled the most important sticking points in a series of images.
read more...Standard for smart grids
In September, the specifications for VHPready 4.0 were approved - an M2M standard for implementing efficient virtual power plants. The latest version is intended to implement the smart grid and meet the IT security requirements of the various grid operators.
read more...Automotive Ethernet Congress 2016
On course for growth
The success of Ethernet in cars is raising expectations: Transmission speeds of up to 10 GB/s or its use in aircraft are now being discussed. Interest at the second Automotive Ethernet Congress was correspondingly high.
read more...Encryption via hardware
Who would use a simple lock from an insecure source for their company safe? Ergo, even with Industry 4.0, nobody should have to deal with doubts about key quality.
read more...25% of companies would pay a ransom
Many cyber attacks on companies are no longer just aimed at stealing certain information. Criminals increasingly want to extort ransom money with the stolen data - and many companies are willing to do so, a recent study reveals.
read more...Forum Safety & Security 2016
The 'Forum Safety & Security 2016' (formerly 'Forum Functional Safety') will take place in Munich from July 5 to 7. Interested speakers can submit their topic proposals by March 11.
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