Hope everyone is not too worn out by the COVID-19 pandemic. Despite having to go through one of the hardest times in modern history, let us never lose hope and continue to protect the safety of ourselves and others.
We here at AUTOCRYPT also had a very busy spring. After spinning off from Penta Security last year and becoming an independent company, we have expanded our global customer base, increased our international collaboration, and participated actively in ITS developments.
As we relaunch our official website, we thought this would be a great time for us to share with you some of the accomplishments and milestones we have recently achieved.
Joining the 5G Automotive Association (5GAA)
AUTOCRYPT joined the 5G Automotive Association as a security expert, sharing insights and technologies with some of the largest automakers, telecommunications equipment makers, and on-board unit (OBU) manufacturers around the world.
Founded in 2016, 5GAA is an international organization formed by companies from all areas of the automotive industry. Its ten founding members consist of automakers Audi, BMW, Daimler, telecommunications equipment manufacturers Samsung, Intel, Nokia, Ericsson, Huawei, as well as OBU manufacturers Qualcomm and Harman.
First, the members are committed to creating a set of international standards for the intelligent transportation system (ITS); think of it as version 2.0 of the 1968 Vienna Convention on Road Traffic.
Second, the members seek to collaborate on developing both in-vehicle and roadside solutions for the next generation of connected mobility and autonomous driving.
Lastly, the members also work extensively with governments across the world on ITS projects, currently focused on testing smart roads with connected infrastructure.
Joining 5GAA is a complex process involving some of the most demanding requirements. As a worldwide pioneer of the mobility security industry, AUTOCRYPT possesses the most field experience in vehicle-to-everything (V2X) security and is proud to serve the latest security technologies for automakers, Tier 1 suppliers, and infrastructure developers.
Joining the Car Connectivity Consortium (CCC)
AUTOCRYPT has also become a member of the Car Connectivity Consortium, sharing its expertise on vehicle-to-device (V2D) security and experience in designing public key infrastructures (PKIs) with top firms in both automotive and mobile communication industries.
CCC is a cross-industry organization that aims to advance technologies for smartphone-centric car connectivity solutions. AUTOCRYPT joined the consortium as the first mobility cybersecurity company from Asia Pacific. Other members include the world’s top automakers Toyota, Volkswagen, GM, Hyundai, and top smartphone makers Samsung and Apple.
CCC focuses on developing digital keys that enable drivers to use their smartphones to unlock their cars, turn on their engines, and share access with family members or valets. The goal is to allow the drivers to simply connect and ride, regardless of the device or vehicle.
Similar to 5GAA, AUTOCRYPT contributes its technical expertise in establishing a set of international technical standards. It also works on a series of projects related to digital key solutions performance evaluation.
Winning the 2019 TU-Automotive Awards
This was another great achievement for us. AUTOCRYPT won in the category of the Best Auto Cybersecurity Product/Service at the 2019 TU-Automotive Awards.
TU-Automotive holds an annual awards ceremony along with one of the largest automotive technology conferences. With 30 years of experience, it is exceptionally precise and accurate at analyzing products and services in the automotive sector. As such, these awards are considered one of the most prestigious in the car tech industry.
Competing with more than 400 companies, AUTOCRYPT was awarded for its outstanding future-oriented security technologies for autonomous and electric vehicles, as well as for the smart mobility infrastructure. The 2019 awards recognized major industry leaders in 12 different categories, including Amazon, Mitsubishi, and Honda, alongside AUTOCRYPT.
Shortlisted for the 2020 TU-Automotive Awards
This year, AUTOCRYPT got shortlisted again under the category of Industry Choice Award: The Automotive Teech Company of the Year. Facing off our biggest V2X competitor Qualcomm, does our twice-as-fast V2X verification speed give us an advantage at winning? Let’s leave if for the industry judges to decide.
We here at AUTOCRYPT are optimistic about the future of transportation and will stay dedicated to developing the best mobility solutions for automakers and Tier 1 suppliers.
Starting now, we will be sending out a newsletter to our followers every month, providing some short updates on AUTOCRYPT and the latest trends in the mobility industry.
Hope everyone has a great summer season ahead. Stay safe and healthy!
