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16 October, 2026 . 4 mins read

AUTOCRYPT Celebrated As “Automotive Cybersecurity Company of the Year” In 2026 AutoTech Breakthrough Awards Program

AUTOCRYPT, a leading Physical AI security solutions provider, today announced it has been awarded “Automotive Cybersecurity Company of the Year” in the 7^th annual AutoTech Breakthrough Awards program conducted by AutoTech Breakthrough, a leading market intelligence organization that recognizes the top companies, technologies and products in the global automotive and transportation technology markets today.

AUTOCRYPT provides end-to-end cybersecurity across the vehicle lifecycle through a systems-level portfolio spanning lifecycle security management, interoperability testing, and regulatory compliance. Its key innovations include the CCC Applet Testkit, which enables early-stage Digital Key interoperability testing, and AutoCrypt M-CSTP Compliance, which delivers standards-based cybersecurity validation through a compact, flexible architecture.

“We are quickly moving beyond the vehicle, towards intelligent systems. Our reaction has been to deliver advancements that demonstrate our vision for cybersecurity as an integrated engineering discipline. Reliable and autonomous mobility for everyone can only be achieved with cybersecurity engineering throughout the vehicle lifecycle,” said Duksoo Kim, CEO of AUTOCRYPT. “We’re proud to be the recipient of ‘Automotive Cybersecurity Company of the Year’ in this year’s AutoTech Breakthrough Awards program. We stand as a partner helping cybersecurity move beyond a discrete concern addressed at later stages of development, into a cross-layer requirement that must be considered throughout the software lifecycle.”

The transportation technology sector is rapidly redefining the way people and goods move, transforming one of the world’s largest and most vital industries. From autonomous driving technologies and advanced driver-assistance systems to connected vehicle platforms, electrification, and sustainable mobility solutions, transportation technology is delivering greater safety, efficiency and environmental responsibility.

The mission of the annual AutoTech Breakthrough Awards program is to recognize the innovators transforming the global automotive and mobility landscape with breakthrough technology. The program conducts a comprehensive analysis of the companies redefining how vehicles are designed, manufactured, driven and maintained. From autonomous driving platforms and connected vehicle software to AI-driven safety systems, IoT-based fleet and telematics monitoring, and next-generation electrification and battery innovations, these innovations are enabling automotive companies to operate more efficiently, deliver safer and smarter transportation, and shape the future of how the world moves.

“AUTOCRYPT’s breadth of capability enables OEMs and suppliers to manage cybersecurity as an integrated engineering discipline while providing the trusted foundation for the Physical AI ecosystem. As Software-Defined Vehicles, robotics, and other Physical AI systems become more interconnected, cybersecurity can no longer be addressed through isolated products or point solutions,” said Bryan Vaughn, Managing Director, AutoTech Breakthrough. “AUTOCRYPT offers end-to-end cybersecurity infrastructure spanning the entire vehicle lifecycle. As the convergence of intelligent systems continues to accelerate, AUTOCRYPT is extending engineering principles to help build the trusted cybersecurity foundations for the Physical AI era.”

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About Autocrypt Co., Ltd.

AUTOCRYPT is a leading provider of Physical AI security solutions protecting autonomous and connected vehicles, EV charging infrastructure, robotics, defense, and bio-healthcare systems. Built on expertise in automotive cybersecurity engineering, penetration testing, security validation, and consulting, AUTOCRYPT delivers end-to-end cybersecurity across the system lifecycle. As the only designated automotive cybersecurity Technical Service (TS) provider in the Asia-Pacific region, the company supports OEMs and suppliers from vehicle development through post-production while enabling compliance with global standards. Today, the company is extending trusted security across vehicles, communications, and connected services to help shape the future of Physical AI security.

About AutoTech Breakthrough

Part of Tech Breakthrough, a leading market intelligence and recognition platform for global technology innovation and leadership, the AutoTech Breakthrough Awards program is devoted to honoring excellence in automotive technologies, services, companies and products. The AutoTech Breakthrough Awards program provides a forum for public recognition around the achievements of AutoTech companies and solutions in categories including Connected Car, Electric Vehicles, Engine Tech, Automotive CyberSecurity, Sensor Technology, Traffic Tech, Vehicle Telematics and more. For more information visit AutoTechBreakthrough.com

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2 October, 2026 . 2 mins read

AUTOCRYPT Establishes Public PKI System to Scale Plug&Charge Services in the Physical AI Era

AUTOCRYPT, a a leading Physical AI security solutions provider, announced that it has successfully established a Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) system for Plug&Charge (PnC) services in South Korea, enabling diverse OEMs and charging point operators (CPOs) to connect through a common authentication framework. The infrastructure was validated across electric vehicles from six global automotive brands, including Hyundai Motor, Kia, KG Mobility, BMW, Mercedes-Benz and Tesla.

Built on a public Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) Root Certificate Authority (CA), the PKI system enables registered vehicles to automatically authenticate and charge at compatible chargers, with the potential to support future payment and settlement services. By providing a shared trust framework, it reduces the need for OEMs and CPOs to establish and manage separate authentication systems while supporting PnC deployment across diverse vehicle and charging environments.

“Scaling PnC services requires a trusted framework that securely connects vehicles, charging infrastructure, and service providers,” said Duksoo Kim, Co-Founder and CEO of AUTOCRYPT. “As we enter the Physical AI era, this trust foundation will become increasingly important in enabling secure, automated charging with minimal human intervention.”

Looking ahead, AUTOCRYPT is extending its PnC PKI infrastructure to additional OEMs and CPOs, with further PKI integrations involving global automotive partners underway.

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27 August, 2026 . 3 mins read

AUTOCRYPT and SRI Collaborate to Advance Cybersecurity for Intelligent Robotic Systems

AUTOCRYPT, a leading Physical AI security solutions provider, announced that it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Shanghai Robot Industrial Technology Research Institute (SRI) (Link) to jointly advance cybersecurity testing, evaluation, and standardization for the robotics industry.

The collaboration aims to proactively address emerging cybersecurity threats across the rapidly evolving robotics landscape and develop security validation technologies that reflect real-world operating environments and the interconnected nature of intelligent robotic systems.

Established in 2017, the Shanghai Robot Industrial Technology Research Institute (SRI) specializes in robotics research and development, China Robot (CR) Certification, technical services, and the commercialization of research outcomes. Through the collaboration, both parties aim to establish security frameworks for robotic systems as adoption expands across manufacturing, logistics, services, healthcare, and other industries.

Intelligent robotic systems are becoming increasingly complex, integrating cameras, LiDAR and other sensors, AI-based perception and decision-making capabilities, cloud and wireless communications, and remote monitoring systems. As connectivity with external systems increases, so does the need to address cyber threats targeting communication interfaces, software, sensors, and connected infrastructure.

Building on its existing Cybersecurity Testing Platform (CSTP), AUTOCRYPT is extending its capabilities to robotic systems through ‘AutoCrypt CSTP for Robot,’ designed to support vulnerability analysis, security testing, and cybersecurity validation across diverse robotics environments.

“Intelligent robots, including humanoids, are emerging as complex Physical AI systems that perceive, make decisions, and continuously communicate with external systems, making cybersecurity essential to ensuring their safety and trustworthiness,” said Duksoo Kim, Co-Founder and CEO of AUTOCRYPT. “By extending our automotive and mobility cybersecurity expertise into robotics, we aim to strengthen our global leadership in the Physical AI space.”

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About Shanghai Robot Industrial Technology Research Institute (SRI)

Shanghai Robot Industrial Technology Research Institute (SRI) is a research and technology organization dedicated to the development and application of robotics technologies. The institute conducts research and development, testing and evaluation, China Robot (CR) Certification, technical services, and the commercialization of research outcomes to support the growth of the robotics industry. Through collaboration with industry, academia, and research organizations, SRI helps bridge research and industrial application while contributing to the advancement of industry standards and China’s broader robotics ecosystem.

12 August, 2026 . 3 mins read

AUTOCRYPT Wins DEF CON 34 Automotive Hacking Competition, Ranking First Among 83 Teams

AUTOCRYPT, a leading Physical AI security solutions provider, announced that its Red Team won first place at the DEF CON 34 Car Hacking Village CTF (Link), held from August 7 to 9 in Las Vegas, one of the world’s leading cybersecurity and hacking conferences. The victory marks AUTOCRYPT’s first championship since first participating in the competition in 2022, following its third-place finish last year.

Competing against 83 teams, AUTOCRYPT became the first team to complete all challenges, securing first place within 25 hours of the 50-hour competition. The championship further demonstrates AUTOCRYPT’s automotive cybersecurity expertise and technical capabilities on the global stage.

Held at DEF CON since 2015, the Car Hacking Village CTF is an international hacking competition focused on automotive cybersecurity. The competition tests practical automotive hacking and cybersecurity capabilities through security challenges involving real-world automotive environments, ranging from electronic control units (ECUs) and embedded boards to actual vehicles.

Leveraging its proprietary AI-powered security analysis platform, AUTOCRYPT’s security researchers utilized multiple AI agents to simultaneously identify vulnerabilities and analyze potential attack vectors, while reviewing the findings and determining the next course of action. This human-AI collaboration combines AI’s ability to rapidly process large volumes of information with the experience and judgment of security researchers.

“Winning the Car Hacking Village CTF reflects our cybersecurity expertise and hands-on experience across cryptography and vehicle environments,” said Duksoo Kim, Cofounder and CEO of AUTOCRYPT. “As the cybersecurity landscape increasingly incorporates autonomous AI agents, this achievement demonstrates how we can effectively combine AI-driven analysis with expert judgement, a pivotal approach in today’s evolving threat landscape.”

Moving forward, AUTOCRYPT plans to further advance its human-AI collaborative capabilities for application across customer-facing security services, including vehicle vulnerability assessment and penetration testing, helping customers identify and respond to emerging threats faster.

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30 June, 2026 . 2 mins read

AUTOCRYPT Demonstrates Digital Key Self-Testing Kit for Pre-Production Validation at CCC Members Meeting 2026

AUTOCRYPT, a leading Physical AI security solutions provider, demonstrated its CCC-compliant Digital Key Self-Testing Toolkit for its Automotive Digital Key solution at the CCC Members Meeting, held in Budapest, Hungary, from June 23-25. The demonstration featured live test cases covering the Digital Key lifecycle, including virtual mode configuration, owner pairing, first friend approach, transactions, and deletion, illustrating how OEMs and Tier suppliers can perform pre-production validation before physical vehicle deployment.

As Digital Key implementations continue to expand across software-defined vehicles, validating interoperability between servers, devices, and vehicle interfaces has become increasingly important. AUTOCRYPT’s Digital Key Self-Testing Kit enables developers to verify implementation readiness before full system integration, helping reduce validation effort, accelerate development, and minimize integration risks that might otherwise emerge only after vehicle, device, and backend systems are connected, resulting in additional development time and costs.

“This demonstration reflects AUTOCRYPT’s commitment to translating evolving CCC Digital Key specifications into practical implementation and validation technologies,” said Duksoo Kim, Cofounder and CEO of AUTOCRYPT. “We remain committed to supporting OEMs and Tier suppliers through continued participation in industry standardization activities and collaboration with partners worldwide to accelerate secure Digital Key deployment.”

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25 June, 2026 . 3 mins read

AUTOCRYPT Appointed Exclusive South Korean Partner for Elektrobit, a Global Automotive Software Leader

AUTOCRYPT, a leading Physical AI security solutions provider, announced a strategic partnership with Elektrobit, a global automotive software provider, under which it will become Elektrobit’s exclusive business partner for key software solutions in South Korea. The partnership brings together AUTOCRYPT’s cybersecurity expertise and Elektrobit’s SDV technologies to advance secure mobility (Link).

Building on Elektrobit’s software portfolio deployed in more than 600 million vehicles worldwide, the partnership further reinforces AUTOCRYPT’s position as a trusted cybersecurity partner, reflecting the company’s technical expertise, regulatory readiness, and proven track record.

Headquartered in Germany, Elektrobit has over 35 years of experience developing automotive software and delivers key software-defined vehicle (SDV) technologies spanning AUTOSAR, vehicle operating systems, digital cockpits, and high-performance computing platforms. In South Korea, Elektrobit has expanded its presence through automotive software innovations and has achieved five consecutive years of revenue growth.

Complementing Elektrobit’s software expertise, AUTOCRYPT is widely recognized for its capabilities in automotive cybersecurity engineering, security validation, and managed security operations, supporting compliance with global regulations including UNECE WP.29 UN R155 and UN R156. Having delivered projects for more than 220 customers worldwide, the company continues to expand its cybersecurity capabilities across mobility and broader Physical AI environments.

Building on these strengths, AUTOCRYPT expects to further strengthen its long-term growth foundation through exclusive business rights in South Korea, expanded integrated platform and cybersecurity co-selling opportunities, and broader deployment of Elektrobit’s software portfolio across its existing customer base.

“Partnering with Elektrobit, a subsidiary of AUMOVIO (formerly the Automotive group sector of Continental) marks an important milestone in AUTOCRYPT’s growth as a key partner within the global software-defined vehicle ecosystem,” said Duksoo Kim, Cofounder and CEO of AUTOCRYPT. “By combining platform and cybersecurity technologies, we aim to expand business opportunities across major Asian markets, including India and China, while driving revenue growth, improving profitability, and strengthening our foundation for sustainable growth.”

As an initial step in the partnership, AUTOCRYPT and Elektrobit will jointly showcase their core technologies at the 2026 Automotive Innovation Day (AID) event, taking place on July 1, 2026, at the Suwon Convention Center in South Korea.

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About Elektrobit

Elektrobit is a trusted partner in the transition to the software-defined vehicle (SDV). With over 35 years of award-winning automotive software expertise, Elektrobit’s innovative portfolio and comprehensive SDV ecosystem empower OEMs, Tier 1s, along with ODMs and Big Tech to build future-ready solutions with speed and confidence. Its SDV building blocks include operating systems, middleware, embedded software, digital cockpit solutions, engineering services, and development workflows – driving faster innovation and seamless integration across the vehicle lifecycle. Elektrobit software powers over five billion devices in more than 630 million vehicles worldwide. It is a wholly owned, independentlyoperated subsidiary of AUMOVIO.