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IT Security and Quantum Research
Fraunhofer IPMS is introducing Q-Dice, a quantum random number generator that produces truly random numbers at a rate of 4.1 Gbit/s for cryptographic and security-critical applications.
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...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...Weidmüller and Fortinet have agreed a partnership to provide cyber security solutions for OT environments. The aim is to better secure industrial networks against attacks and at the same time meet regulatory requirements such as NIS2 or the Cyber Resilience Act.
read more...With the new draft law to implement the EU NIS 2 Directive, the German government is comprehensively modernizing IT security law. In future, the Federal Office for Information Security (BSI) will be responsible for the supervision of around 29,500 institutions.
read more...While CEOs worldwide are driving forward the use of generative AI, many CISOs see significant security and infrastructure deficits. A new study by NTT Data reveals a clear divide within company management.
read more...'TÜV Cybersecurity Study 2025'
The cyber security situation in the German economy is coming to a head: according to the new 'TÜV Cybersecurity Study 2025', 15% of companies reported at least one IT security incident in the last twelve months.
read more...Since January 2025, the Sophos X-Ops security team has seen a significant increase in malware and phishing attacks distributed via SVG graphic files.
read more...Hardly a day goes by without a company or public administration in Germany falling victim to a cyberattack. Against this backdrop, potential victims are stepping up their preparations.
read more...AI-supported cloud-to-edge cybersecurity
NTT DATA is expanding its strategic partnership with Palo Alto Networks. Together, the companies are offering a solution for AI-driven cloud-to-edge cyber security.
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