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24 September, 2020 . 2 mins read

AUTOCRYPT Announces Official Partnership with NXP for Integrated V2X Security Solutions

SEOUL, KOREA: AUTOCRYPT Co., Ltd., a leading V2X and autonomous vehicle security solutions provider, announced its partnership with NXP Semiconductors in several automotive security related applications beginning with secure V2X.

As an official partner of NXP, support for AutoCrypt V2X will be streamlined across NXP’s V2X-related offerings, including the SAF5X00 modem chipsets and the SXF1800 Secure Element IC for V2X Communication, as well as the i.MX 8 Series Application Processor. By integrating AUTOCRYPT’s IEEE 1609.2-compliant V2X security solution onto NXP’s platform, secure exchange of V2X messages as well as performance optimization can be achieved more effectively.

solutions supported by partnership with nxp

Supported NXP solutions:
– i.MX 8 Series Application Processors
– i.MX 6 Series Application Processors
– RoadLINK® V2X

SAF5000/5100: V2X SDR Processor
SAF5300/SAF5400: V2X Single Chip Modem
SXF1800: Secure Element IC for V2X Communication

Regarding the partnership with NXP, AUTOCRYPT CEO and co-Founder Daniel ES Kim stated, “As an increasing number of vehicles and infrastructure rely on connectivity, it is tantamount that processors have the highest ability to secure V2X communication. As a major player in the automotive market, NXP values security as much as AUTOCRYPT. We are looking forward to joint solution development to continue to progress in our target to keep connected cars secure.”

AUTOCRYPT’s offerings across V2X, V2D, and V2G security are a natural match for NXP’s expansive automotive portfolio, paving the way for further joint solution development as global interoperability continues to become a crucial factor for enabling safe transportation and mobility.

25 June, 2020 . 2 mins read

No Safety without Security: AUTOCRYPT to Showcase at Shanghai AutoCS 2020

SHANGHAI, CHINA: Autocrypt Co., Ltd. will be exhibiting at this year’s Automotive Cybersecurity (AutoCS) conference, taking place in Shanghai from 18-19 June, 2020. As well as showcasing a booth at the much-publicized AutoCS event, Shanghai PanQi Information Technologies CEO Clark Jin will also be hosting a presentation detailing real-world cybersecurity scenarios in the automotive industry. The theme of the 2020 event is “No Safety without Security,” highlighting the growing need to prioritize cybersecurity before vehicles hit the road.

With the ever-growing landscape of autonomous and connected vehicles, leading minds and corporations are seeking to collaborate and discuss crucial automotive cybersecurity regulations, latest testing methods, good practices and real applications. Autocrypt has established a joint venture with Shanghai PanQi Information Technology Co., Ltd. and the two corporations will move forward to navigate these issues in China.

Autocrypt and PanQi bring forward the solutions these situations require through security offerings ranging from V2X (Vehicle-to-Everything), V2D (Vehicle-to-Device), V2G (Vehicle-to-Grid) security, as well as Fleet Management. As leading players for automotive cybersecurity in Asia, the two companies prioritize progressive action in bringing these offerings to market, and will be showcasing the solutions at Shanghai AutoCS.

Autocrypt CEO and co-Founder, Daniel ES Kim remarked, “We are very much looking forward to exhibiting at AutoCS because the private and public sector must work collaboratively to move past the status quo when it comes to automotive cybersecurity. As the number of connected and autonomous vehicles increases in China, so must the discussions on security regulations and implementation of security measures. It is essential that we not only minimize, but also negate the risks involved and put safety first, and Autocrypt brings forward a comprehensive set of solutions to the table to negate those risks.”

To find out more about AUTOCRYPT and its offerings based in China, contact china@autocrypt.io
For partnership inquiries, contact marketing@autocrypt.io

25 May, 2020 . 2 mins read

AUTOCRYPT Joins Car Connectivity Consortium (CCC)

SEOUL, South Korea, May 7, 2020 — AUTOCRYPT announced that the company has joined Car Connectivity Consortium (CCC), a cross-industry organization advancing global technologies for smartphone-centric car connectivity solutions, as the first cybersecurity company from the Asia Pacific.

The consortium focuses on developing digital keys that let drivers to easily lock and unlock their cars, as well as starting the engine and sharing access to families or valets, using their smartphones. The goal is to make it possible for the drivers to simply connect and ride, no matter the device or vehicle.

By joining the consortium, AUTOCRYPT will contribute its technical expertise and participate in various projects related to digital key solutions performance evaluation and in establishing the international technical standards, commercialization, and enhancing the convenience of car-device connectivity. This comes with exchanging technologies between more than 120 global leading companies including BMW, Volvo, Hyundai, Volkswagen, Ford, Toyota, along with Apple, Samsung, LG Electronics, and Deutsche Telekom.

“The digital key itself became critical as it not only replaces the existing physical key but also oversees the convenience and safety of cars and driving”, said Daniel ES Kim, CEO of AUTOCRYPT. “Since the smart key security we provide to the United States, China, South Korea, Australia, and New Zealand is for certain OEMs, by joining the consortium and cooperating with the industry leaders, we believe that this advancing digital key solution of AUTOCRYPT’s will offer a secured environment regardless of vehicles and mobile devices and continue to lead the market.”

To date, AUTOCRYPT has been active by utilizing the provision of V2D communications, MaaS, and security services including authentication, authorization, certificate management within V2D infrastructures that are CCC compliant and interoperable. Moreover, AUTOCRYPT has proactively engaged in the development of the industry by participating in Penta Security’s projects with Hubject, International Transport Forum (OECD), and 5GAA.

25 May, 2020 . 2 mins read

AUTOCRYPT Releases a Major Update to its BSM Verification V2X Technology

Enhanced hybrid V2X Technology for BSM Verification Effectively Advances the Mobility Security Standards for OBU, Network Software, and Chipset Providers

SEOUL, South Korea — AUTOCRYPT, a leader in transportation security technologies for connected vehicles, presented a major update to its BSM (Basic Safety Message) verification technology with an advanced version that outperforms at a minimum of 30% enhanced speed and accuracy compared to its major competitors.

BSM is a packet of data that is utilized when sharing information about a vehicle’s position, heading, speed, and other critical data of the vehicle’s state and predicted path. With faster and safer verification technology, this version will be a massive release for all OBU (On-Board Unit) manufacturers, providers, including those Network Software, and Chipset providers expanding to bolster the industry’s growth ambitions with fast, powerful and reliable automotive security technologies.

With upgraded specifications, AUTOCRYPT’s hybrid mixed-mode technology applied to existing chipset hardware increased efficiency of mobility communications environment. The optimization maximized the capabilities and showed successful V2X security module test results. As a result, AUTOCRYPT is expecting to cultivate the global market with partners via activities such as OmniAir’s Plugfests and lay the foundation for automakers and Tier 1 suppliers alike.

“The main features of this update are enhanced speed, accuracy, and portability,” said Daniel ES Kim, CEO of AUTOCRYPT. “As the market demands more reliable technology that can be deployed to various layers of OBU production, strategically tapping our resources will not only drive innovation across the entire automotive security industry but also raise performance standards and set trends globally.”

AUTOCRYPT’s V2X solutions are built upon two decades of heritage by industry experts with market-proven expertise in security. The V2X solution has been applied to all C-ITS projects in South Korea since 2016. AUTOCRYPT offers international standards-compliant automotive security solutions that can be customized to meet specific requirements across North America, Europe, and the APAC region including China.

25 April, 2020 . 2 mins read

AUTOCRYPT Shortlisted for 2020 TU-Automotive Award – Automotive Tech Company of the Year

AUTOCRYPT, an all-in-one mobility security solutions company for connected vehicles, was announced as a finalist for the 2020 TU-Automotive Award for the second consecutive year. TU-Automotive represents the entire automotive technology ecosystem with leading representatives from all over the world every year and celebrates the best talent, products, and services across the industry.

TU-Automotive Awards — TU-Automotive hosts its prestigious awards each year, honoring the industry’s forerunners
Source: TU-Automotive

AUTOCRYPT has continuously developed and improved its automotive cybersecurity products and solutions for all users’ safety, security, and privacy in the automotive industry. Since 2007, AUTOCRYPT has participated in various projects including South Korea’s V2X security certification system project and gained a reputation for creating the global certification standard for government agencies. Additionally, with EV platform providers, AUTOCRYPT has contributed its expertise to support the deployment of V2G security through ISO 15118 testing symposiums across the world. The Chinese leading OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers have also worked closely with AUTOCRYPT in order to integrate the solutions for safer in-vehicle security countermeasures, such as IDS (Intrusion Detection System), secure booting, OTA (Over-The-Air), and so on.

In 2019, AUTOCRYPT was shortlisted as the Best Auto Cybersecurity Product/Service by TU-Auto and won the coveted title. This year’s Automotive Tech Company of the Year is the first nomination from TU-Auto since the spinoff of the company from leading security solutions provider, Penta Security Systems.

“We’re honored to have been appreciated by an esteemed automotive organization,” said ES Daniel Kim, CEO of AUTOCRYPT. “As we offer an all-in-one technology products and solutions for OEMs and government agencies, to be recognized as a finalist for the Automotive Tech Company of the Year is an additional honorable recognition for us on the path to establishing awareness in the automotive security industry in the US and European markets. It will further our efforts in expanding and cooperating with other leading players to accelerate the deployment of safer vehicle security solutions.”

23 March, 2020 . 2 mins read

AUTOCRYPT Officially Joins 5GAA (5G Automotive Association) as an ITS Security Expert

SEOUL, South Korea — AUTOCRYPT, South Korea’s pioneer in security operations for C-ITS highways, its first testbed, and licensing facility autonomous vehicles joined the 5G Automotive Association (5GAA). 5GAA is a global, cross-industry organization of companies from the automotive technology and telecommunications industries (ICT) to develop 5G-based intelligent transport services and end-to-end solutions for future mobility and transportation services. The Association, founded in 2016, unites a large member base including 8 founding members which are AUDI AG, BMW Group, Daimler AG, Ericsson, Huawei, Intel, Nokia, and Qualcomm Incorporated. The members are committed to defining, developing the next generation of connected mobility and automated vehicle solutions, and testing integration into smart cities and intelligent transportation.

By taking a big step with the members of the 5GAA towards making transportation safer, greener, and more enjoyable, AUTOCRYPT is ready for the development of road safety and prioritization of C-ITS technology. With its Key Management features, AUTOCRYPT offers an extensive suite of security solutions to solve vulnerabilities across connected and autonomous vehicle environments. The Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) and Vehicle-to-Anything (V2X) components provide essential certificate management and encryption across smart road environments, from back-end server infrastructure to endpoints. These security solutions will further develop C-ITS and the provision of V2X, V2X communications, and connected mobility solutions collectively.

“What’s most important in the autonomous driving environment is the technologies that can guarantee the safety of communications between intelligent transport services,” said Daniel ES Kim, CEO of AUTOCRYPT. “We believe 5GAA and AUTOCRYPT together can play an enormous role in the development of 5G-V2X, which will eventually ease the global rollout of connected mobility and automated vehicles.”

Recent milestones of 5GAA include running joint C-V2X demonstrations and launching testing events in Europe, supporting and addressing the importance of V2X and its requirements. It also aims to accelerate various development projects that lead to integrated solutions and deployments across Europe, the United States, and Asia.