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19 January, 2026 . 4 mins read

CES 2026 Highlights: From Key Management to AI-Driven Vehicle Security

At the 2026 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas, AUTOCRYPT showcased its foundational and future-ready security solutions designed to secure every layer of mobility. Through the launch of its Automotive-CIS solution, AUTOCRYPT presented a globally integrated industry benchmark for end-to-end key management, while also introducing next-generation security approaches powered by AI technologies and post-quantum cryptography. Together, these initiatives articulated AUTOCRYPT’s vision for addressing both today’s cybersecurity challenges and the demands of the future mobility ecosystem.

As the automotive industry accelerates towards the adoption of physical AI, robotics, and increasingly autonomous systems, regulatory requirements — such as the Cyber Resilience Act (CRA) (Link) — are expanding to cover all layers of connected mobility. In response, AUTOCRYPT aims to provide robust, scalable cybersecurity infrastructure that enables OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers to seamlessly embed security across this growing ecosystem.

Foundational Mobility Infrastructure

Throughout the vehicle lifecycle, key management remains one of the most fundamental yet critical security components. However, today’s automotive supply chain relies on a wide range of cryptographic keys, each serving different purposes, using distinct algorithms, and managed by multiple entities. Against this backdrop, the need for a unified key and certificate management system has become increasingly apparent.

On the first day of CES 2026, AUTOCRYPT introduced a standardized infrastructure designed to enable efficient deployment of key management systems across vehicles and adjacent industries, through the launch of “Automotive-CIS (Cybersecurity Infrastructure Standard) (Link).”

Designed to support the full vehicle lifecycle, from development and production to operation and inspection, the solution brings critical security functions into a single infrastructure framework. By unifying Cybersecurity Management System (CSMS), Software Update Management System (SUMS), Vehicle Security Operations Center (vSOC) and Threat Analysis and Risk Assessment (TARA), it provides a trusted foundation for continuous updates and lifecycle-based security enforcement.

On the show floor, Automotive-CIS drew strong interest not only from automotive stakeholders, but also from players in agricultural manufacturing, construction and robotics. This reflects how software-defined systems are dissolving traditional industry boundaries and connecting digital ecosystems across domains.

Future-Ready Vehicle Solutions

Across CES 2026, industry discussions emphasized the practical, measurable impact of next-generation technologies such as AI and quantum computing on operational efficiency and scalability. AUTOCRYPT showcased a deployable approach to applying AI in automotive cybersecurity, strengthening operational effectiveness and earning strong on-site recognition. The methodology demonstrated AI-driven automation across the DevSecOps process, including TARA and test-case generation within AutoCrypt CSTP (Link) — streamlining the creation of audit-ready evidence.

Preparing for Next-Gen Vehicle Security

CES 2026 provided an opportunity not only to showcase solutions, but also to actively listen to public thoughts. AUTOCRYPT gathered public perspectives on software-defined vehicles (SDVs), cybersecurity concerns surrounding automated driving, and expectations for the future evolution of mobility through a thought wall prepared on-site. These insights serve as a valuable reference point as we look ahead to securing the next layer of automotive cybersecurity.

The dominant perception of software-defined vehicles centered on the integration of vehicles and computation, enabling smarter, more adaptive mobility through autonomous and assisted driving capabilities.

At the same time, participants clearly highlighted unresolved concerns — particularly around data governance, AI reliability, system behavior in edge cases and vulnerability to external cyber threats. These perspectives underscored a shared understanding that innovation must be accompanied by strong, trustworthy security foundations.

Visitors also expressed optimism that future vehicles will become safer by design, combining intelligent software with robust engineering. More visionary ideas such as solar-powered mobility and aerial transportation illustrated how the public already views the boundaries of mobility expanding well beyond conventional road vehicles.

Reflecting on these insights, AUTOCRYPT is committed to identifying emerging gaps in automotive cybersecurity and collaborating closely with open-source communities and industry associations. Through these efforts, AUTOCRYPT aims to help build resilient, interoperable security infrastructure that supports the safe and scalable advancement of AI-driven, software-defined mobility.

To learn more about our end-to-end mobility solutions, visit https://autocrypt.io/all-products-and-offerings/.

7 January, 2026 . 2 mins read

AUTOCRYPT Unveils “Automotive-CIS,” a Global Integrated Cybersecurity Infrastructure Standard for Vehicles, at CES 2026

AUTOCRYPT, a leading automotive and AI cybersecurity solutions provider, announced at CES 2026 the launch of “Automotive-CIS (Cybersecurity Infrastructure Standard),” presenting a new global benchmark for vehicle cybersecurity infrastructure to the international technology community.

Automotive-CIS is an advanced and expanded version of Autocrypt’s Software Security Infrastructure solution previously delivered to automotive manufacturers (OEMs). The new standard broadens its scope to include suppliers and establishes an integrated security architecture spanning the entire vehicle software lifecycle from development and production, all the way to driving and maintenance.

By integrating key functions like the Cybersecurity Management System (CSMS), Software Update Management System (SUMS), Vehicle Security Operations Center (vSOC), and Threat Analysis and Risk Assessment (TARA) into a single infrastructure standard, Automotive-CIS provides a core reference model for OEMs and suppliers as the industry shifts to software-defined vehicles (SDVs) and AI-driven mobility.

Autocrypt’s extensive proof-of-concept (PoC) projects with both domestic and international OEMs and suppliers have served as a foundation for the global vehicle cybersecurity standard, shown through inclusion of tailored deployment roadmaps, expert consulting, and comprehensive regulatory compliance strategies across the supply chain.

CEO and co-Founder, Seokwoo Lee remarked on the unveiling, “Automotive-CIS represents the essential foundations necessary for this new era of SDVs, AI mobility, and post-quantum computing.” He continued, “We are delighted to present this at CES 2026, as it provides OEMs and suppliers with an opportunity to collaboratively address evolving security challenges across the vehicle lifecycle.”

Autocrypt is currently showing its solutions at CES 2026, in Las Vegas from January 6-9. Visitors are welcome at the Las Vegas Convention Center, West Hall Booth #4667. Meetings are available on-site, by reservation only. Book a meeting at https://calendly.com/autocrypt_global/. To learn more, visit autocrypt.io.

About Autocrypt Co., Ltd.

AUTOCRYPT is the leading player in automotive cybersecurity. It specializes in the development and integration of security software and solutions for in-vehicle systems, V2X communications, Plug&Charge, and fleet management, paving the way towards a secure and reliable C-ITS ecosystem in the age of software-defined vehicles. Its comprehensive suite of automotive cybersecurity testing services and platforms includes the award-winning AutoCrypt CSTP, which supports automotive OEMs and suppliers in meeting regulatory standards ilke ISO/SAE 21434, UNECE WP.29 UN R155, and CRA.

29 December, 2025 . 4 mins read

Post Quantum PKI for Next-Gen Vehicle Security

The automotive ecosystem is rapidly transitioning into a fully software-defined environment, with vehicles relying on complex software stacks and deeply interconnected systems. Features such as OTA updates, V2X communications, and digital keys enable unprecedented convenience and personalization – yet they also heighten dependence on secure connectivity infrastructure, particularly Public Key Infrastructure (PKI).

As emerging technologies like quantum computing threaten to break the classical cryptographic foundations that secure software-defined vehicles (SDVs), reinforcing PKI has become essential to protecting next-generation mobility. In this blog, we explore how quantum computing introduces new risks to SDVs, why OEMs must strengthen the PKI trust layer in preparation for future threats, and how AUTOCRYPT is addressing this need through post-quantum solutions.

Rising Threat of Quantum Computing to Automotive PKI

Software-defined vehicles rely heavily on cryptographic trust. Every interaction between the vehicle and its environment – whether OTA updates, V2X messages, or digital key exchanges – requires authentication and verification. PKI sits at the heart of this trust layer, ensuring that all messages, components and services the vehicle interacts with are legitimate.

The emerging problem is that sufficiently powerful quantum computers can break cryptographic algorithms such as RSA* and ECDSA**, which currently form the backbone of today’s automotive PKI.

*RSA (Rivest–Shamir–Adleman): One of the most widely used public-key cryptographic algorithms

**ECDSA (Elliptic Curve Digital Signature Algorithm): A lightweight digital signature algorithm used extensively in automotive systems

In our previous blog post “Post-Quantum Cryptography, and the Future of Automotive Cybersecurity,” we addressed the growing necessity of PQC technology. Attackers are already employing Harvest Now, Decrypt Later (HNDL) tactics – capturing encrypted automotive data today with the intent to decrypt it once quantum capabilities mature. Given that vehicles remain in operation for 10-15 years, OEMs must proactively secure the trust layer before quantum risks materialize.

The Essential Need for Transition to Post-Quantum PKI

The foundation of future-ready vehicle security begins with adopting post-quantum cryptography (PQC) — algorithms designed to remain secure even against quantum-enabled attacks.

Global standardization efforts reflect this urgency. Most notably, the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) published FIPS 204 (Link) in August 2024, formally defining the Module-Lattice Digital Signature Algorithm (ML-DSA) as a U.S. federal PQC standard. With this milestone, ML-DSA became one of the first globally recognized digital signature baselines for national security and critical infrastructure systems.

Unlike traditional IT systems which transition to PQC through software updates, the automotive domain faces structural challenges:

ECU Compute Constraints: ECUs operate with limited memory, CPU capacity, and power. PQC algorithms are larger and require more computation, necessitating optimized implementations for embedded automotive hardware.

Scalability Across Global Fleets: Modern vehicles depend on millions of certificates across ECUs, sensors, V2X modules, telematics units, and digital keys. Securing these at PQC scale demands a horizontally scalable PKI infrastructure capable of mass certificate issuance and rotation.

Hybrid Coexistence: Automotive systems must support classical and post-quantum algorithms concurrently during a multi-year transition, ensuring compatibility without disrupting manufacturing or aftersales systems.

These constraints make it essential for OEMs to have an automotive-grade, production-ready PKI ecosystem, capable of supporting PQC at scale.

Evolving Solutions for the Post-Quantum Era

Building on our long-standing expertise in automotive-grade PKI and cryptographic key management, AUTOCRYPT introduced AutoCrypt PKI-Vehicles, a next-generation solution designed to provide future-proof cryptographic resilience and establish a unified trust infrastructure across manufacturing, OTA, digital keys, and V2X.

As one of the earliest commercial solutions enabling ML-DSA-based certificate issuance, AutoCrypt PKI Vehicles arrives at a pivotal moment — aligning with NIST standards and offering OEMs a timely response to emerging quantum-era security demands. The solution enables post-quantum vehicle key management, supporting ML-DSA based X.509 certificate issuance, PQC-enhanced digital key workflows, secure ECU onboarding and lifecycle authentication.

AUTOCRYPT will showcase its future-proof solutions, including AutoCrypt PKI-Vehicles at the 2026 Consumer Electronic Show (CES) in Las Vegas from January 6-9. Meetings are available by reservation only. Book a meeting at https://calendly.com/autocrypt_global/.

8 December, 2025 . 2 mins read

AUTOCRYPT Announces Product Release of Post-Quantum PKI Product, Pioneering PQC-enabled Solutions for Automotive OEMs

Leading automotive cybersecurity solutions provider AUTOCRYPT announced on December 8, 2025, the launch of “AutoCrypt PKI-Vehicles,” a new next-generation Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) solution supporting ML-DSA, a post-quantum digital signature algorithm. With its announcement, Autocrypt is among the early leaders to commercialize ML-DSA-enabled PKI that can be applied to automotive systems and OEM-specific environments.

The product launch arrives at a critical time as many global industries prepare for the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) standards for post-quantum cryptography (PQC) and evolving security challenges posed by emerging quantum computing technologies.

Autocrypt’s new product supports ML-DSA, and is among the first to be ready for real-world issuance under this certificate framework across automotive environments. ML-DSA was selected by NIST as part of the FIPS 204 Post-Quantum Digital Signature Standard in 2024, and is considered widely as the global cryptographic baseline. The company is affirming its position as a standard-ready security provider for automotive companies who seek to be future-ready.

“The automotive industry is facing an unprecedented shift in cybersecurity,” said Seokwoo Lee, CEO and Co-Founder of Autocrypt. “Quantum computing is redefining the threat landscape, and the industry must act now to future-proof all vehicles. By bringing this product to automotive manufacturers and suppliers, we are optimizing the process of post-quantum adoption without disrupting existing infrastructure. This launch is the beginning of a new standard for quantum-safe automotive cybersecurity.”

AUTOCRYPT plans on showing its future-proof solutions, including AutoCrypt PKI-Vehicles at the 2026 Consumer Electronic Show (CES) in Las Vegas from January 6-9. Meetings are available by reservation only. Book a meeting at https://calendly.com/autocrypt_global/. To learn more, visit autocrypt.io.

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26 November, 2025 . 6 mins read

Shift Toward Adaptive Public Mobility Ecosystems

Public transportation is undergoing a profound transformation. What was once limited by fixed timetables and rigid infrastructure is evolving into an intelligent, adaptive network powered by real-time data, electrification and automation. Beyond technological progress, this shift reflects a move toward a mobility model driven by cooperation and shared innovation.

Cities, governments, and transport authorities are increasingly co–developing mobility services with private technology providers to address emerging urban and societal needs. Many of these efforts are guided and supported by national and bilateral innovation initiatives, providing the funding and regulatory frameworks needed to connect public governance with private technological capability.

This blog highlights the global trend through initiative-backed examples, showing how collaboration between public entities and private firms is reshaping the future of public transportation.

Rise of Adaptive Public Mobility Ecosystems

Traditional fixed-route transit systems are increasingly challenged by uneven ridership patterns, with dense urban areas often overcrowded while suburban and rural regions remain underserved. To close this gap, cities and transport authorities are adopting digitally integrated, AI-powered systems that can adjust dynamically to real-time demand, ensuring more efficient and inclusive operations.

The following case studies illustrate how initiative-backed partnerships are aligning public governance with private innovation, advancing adaptive, data-driven mobility solutions through the combined expertise of governments and technology leaders.

Case 1: Shucle DRT Pilot (Hungary, 2025)

The Hyundai Shucle pilot in Hungary was launched under the Economic Innovation Partnership Program (EIPP), a Korea-Hungary bilateral cooperation framework led by the Ministry of Economy and Finance (MOEF) and the Korea Development Institute (KDI). Under the initiative’s design on promoting innovation-driven development projects, the pilot aims to introduce an AI-powered Demand-Responsive Transport (DRT) solution which enhances operational efficiency and accessibility within Hungary’s public transit systems.

On the public side, MOEF and KDI oversee funding, policy design and program monitoring, while the Gödöllő Municipality and local transport operators act as pilot hosts, integrating the service into the local transit network. As the private partner, Hyundai Motor Group provides and operates the Shucle platform, which leverages AI for dynamic routing, real-time demand optimization and fleet management.

The project demonstrates how bilateral innovation programs can effectively bridge public governance and private technology to deliver tangible mobility improvements.

Case 2: NoWel4Project (Germany, 2024-2026)

The NoWel4Project originates from Germany’s Federal Ministry for Digital and Transport (BMDV) R&D program for Autonomous and Connected Driving. The initiative focuses on deploying Level 4 autonomous electric shuttles in northwest Berlin to explore how automated mobility can be integrated safely and effectively into existing public transport networks.

BVG, Berlin’s public transport operator, manages route planning, service integration and regulatory compliance, while academic and institutional partners, including TU Berlin and IKEM, contribute to research and policy framework development. The private partner, MOIA GmbH, a subsidiary of Volkswagen Group, provides and operates ID.Buzz AD shuttles equipped with Level 4 automation and oversees software management, connectivity and fleet operations.

Together, the partners represent Germany’s coordinated approach to incorporating advanced automation within the public transport ecosystem.

Case 3: National Diet Shuttle (Japan, 2025)

In a more recent case, TIER IV was selected to lead a public-sector autonomous shuttle project connecting government buildings around Japan’s National Diet in central Tokyo. Funded by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI), the initiative aims to accelerate the adoption of autonomous driving technologies within public services, addressing broader social challenges such as an aging populations and driver shortages in municipalities beyond major metropolitan areas.

Powered by Autoware™, the open-source autonomous driving software developed by TIER IV, the system utilizes Suzuki’s Solio model and implements TIER IV’s robotaxi reference design. The service began operations on November 20, 2025, with project findings expected to inform Japan’s future frameworks for autonomous mobility procurement and deployment.

This example illustrates Japan’s commitment to technology-driven public innovation, embedding autonomous mobility into public infrastructure to enhance transportation efficiency while advancing social sustainability.

Case 4: Autonomous Shuttle Pilot (Singapore, 2025)

In Singapore, the partnership between WeRide and Grab operates under the Land Transport Authority (LTA)’s regulatory sandbox for autonomous vehicle testing, part of the nation’s Smart Nation and Land Transport Master Plan. Under a framework that enables real-world testing of autonomous mobility technologies in designated smart zones, the pilot conducts large-scale trials of autonomous shuttles in Singapore’s Punggol district to evaluate service readiness before public launch in early 2026.

Guided by the LTA, which ensures compliance with national safety and operational standards, the pilot brings together two private partners, each contributing distinct technical and operational strengths. WeRide, serving as the technology provider, supplies autonomous driving systems and vehicles while managing fleet operations and safety monitoring. Grab, leveraging its operational and local expertise, handles service deployment, customer interface, and integration with its existing ride-hailing platform.

This initiative stands to illustrate a regulatory-sandbox approach where public oversight and private innovation intersect to validate autonomous mobility services for commercial deployment.

Implications

Despite regional and strategic variations, the four cases trace a clear progression in how adaptive public mobility is evolving through public-private collaboration.

The ‘Shucle DRT Pilot’ demonstrates how bilateral innovation programs can initiate policy-backed experiments that connect governance with technology. Building on this foundation, both the ‘NoWel4 Project’ and ‘National Diet Project’ exemplify how coordinated public initiatives are advancing regulatory and operational readiness for autonomous urban transit. Finally, the ‘Autonomous Shuttle’ pilot highlights the transition from controlled testing to commercial deployment, illustrating how proven technologies can scale into real-world, revenue-generating services.

Together, they pursue the same overarching goal: to enhance accessibility, efficiency and adaptability within public transportation systems and highlight a global shift toward an adaptive mobility framework.

Future of Connected Mobility

As cities worldwide adopt adaptive mobility frameworks, their success increasingly depends on secure, interoperable collaboration between public and private stakeholders. Ensuring seamless communication among vehicles, infrastructure, and digital platforms requires standardized protocols, trusted data exchange and end-to-end cybersecurity. Without these foundations, the integration of connected and autonomous mobility remains incomplete.

AUTOCRYPT plays a defining role in enabling this transformation. In particular, AutoCrypt® MOVE™ (Learn More) is one such solution which shows our capabilities into the mobility platform domain. Designed for demand-responsive transport (DRT) and other emerging mobility services, AutoCrypt® MOVE™ enables operators to plan, deploy and manage secure, data-driven mobility platforms tailored to diverse needs.

By combining our proven expertise in fleet management, data analytics, and security integration, AUTOCRYPT supports both public transit operators and private mobility providers in establishing reliable and adaptive services.

With expertise spanning digital key management, V2X communication, cybersecurity testing and compliance consulting, AUTOCRYPT provides the technologies and guidance that help stakeholders operate securely within complex mobility environments. By embedding safety and interoperability into every layer of mobility infrastructure, AUTOCRYPT helps build a trusted, scalable, future-ready ecosystem which benefits both public and private partnerships.

To learn more about end-to-end mobility solutions, visit https://autocrypt.io/all-products-and-offerings/

18 November, 2025 . 3 mins read

AUTOCRYPT to Unveil Next-Gen Vehicle Solutions at CES 2026

AUTOCRYPT, a leading global provider of digital key and automotive cybersecurity solutions, announced its participation at the 2026 Consumer Electronic Show (CES) in Las Vegas from January 6-9, where it will present its foundational and future-ready security solutions.

Showcasing technologies that protect every layer of mobility, AUTOCRYPT will demonstrate three interconnected domains of expertise:

End-to-End Vehicle Key Management System: AUTOCRYPT’s key management infrastructure provides full-lifecycle generation, distribution, authentication, and access control of cryptographic keys across both on-board and off-board environments. By combining Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) and the Key Management System (KMS) with hardware-based protection through Hardware Security Module (HSM) and isolated execution via Trusted Execution Environment (TEE), cryptographic keys and digital access credentials are stored, transmitted and verified in a tamper-resistant manner. A demonstration of AUTOCRYPT’s digital key system featuring secure vehicle-user communication and cross-account key sharing will be available on-site.
Connected Mobility Security: Supporting safe interactions between the vehicle, user, environment and charging infrastructure, AUTOCRYPT provides robust and interoperable systems for Digital Key, Vehicle-to-Everything (V2X) communications, and Plug&Charge (PnC). These technologies support OEMs and mobility operators in meeting rigorous automotive safety and quality standards while enabling trusted connectivity across all mobility touchpoints.
Next-Gen Vehicle Security with Lifecycle Management: Adopting a holistic approach to automotive cybersecurity across every stage of the vehicle lifecycle, AUTOCRYPT will showcase AI-enabled risk assessment and automated testing solutions. This includes AI-based Threat Analysis and Risk Assessment (TARA) Automation, which applies AI-generated inputs to accelerate and strengthen fault injection and vulnerability testing. The Cybersecurity Testing Platform (CSTP) provides integrated validation aligned with global standards such as UN R155/156 and ISO/SAE 21434. CSTP Fuzzer, a core component of the platform, recently passed Amazon Web Services’ (AWS) Foundational Technical Review (FTR), enabling scalable, cloud-based security testing and proof-of-concept (PoC) deployments.

“As we reinforce our foundational security pillars and introduce future-ready, AI-driven capabilities, we remain committed to protecting all parts of the vehicle and mobility landscape,” said Seokwoo Lee, Founder and CEO of AUTOCRYPT. “By delivering tailored digital infrastructure solutions for OEMs, suppliers and end users, we will continue expanding our global ecosystem through strategic collaborations.”

Exhibiting at CES for the third consecutive year, AUTOCRYPT continues to demonstrate technological innovation within the automotive cybersecurity space. With additional on-site events to be announced, attendees are encouraged to visit AUTOCRYPT’s booth #4667 at the Las Vegas Convention Center’s West Hall for demonstrations and in-depth discussions with the company’s team of experts. Meetings are available by reservation only. Book a meeting at https://calendly.com/autocrypt_global/.

To learn more, visit autocrypt.io.

About Autocrypt Co., Ltd.