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AUTOCRYPT, a global leader in autonomous vehicle security solutions, announced today that the company has been named “Automotive Cybersecurity Company of the Year” in the inaugural AutoTech Breakthrough Awards program conducted by the Tech Breakthrough organization, a leading market intelligence and recognition platform for the most innovative technology companies in the world. The awards aim to recognize breakthrough technology companies, services, and products in the global automotive and transportation industry, one that is quickly growing amidst the developments of autonomous driving and 5G.

“AUTOCRYPT has committed to securing the future of autonomous driving and smart mobility. Our expertise in V2X security technology has allowed us to secure over 5000 kilometers of smart roads, gaining recognition from the automotive industry. It is, therefore, with great pleasure we accept this award from Tech Breakthrough in this inaugural program,” said Daniel ES Kim, CEO of AUTOCRYPT. “As technology develops, the risks involved increase and security should be nonnegotiable. We hope that as Automotive Cybersecurity Company of the Year we can continue to innovate and encourage the automotive industry in putting security first.”

This year’s inaugural program attracted more than 1,250 nominations from over 12 different countries throughout the world. “AUTOCRYPT is trusted by many of the major automotive and technology players in the global autonomous vehicle industry, helping drive the world towards a safe and secure future of autonomous mobility,” said Bryan Vaughn, Managing Director, AutoTech Breakthrough Awards. “We are proud to award AUTOCRYPT with one of our marquee awards in the AutoTech Breakthrough Awards program, the Automotive Cybersecurity Company of the Year designation, honoring the Company’s focus on innovation and the delivery of comprehensive solutions to protect the safety of drivers and pedestrians.”

Working with government and public institutions, the company has secured all smart roads in South Korea and is currently expanding business into China with its C-SCMS compliant technology. Offering decades of experience along with the most C-ITS security infrastructure in the world, AUTOCRYPT provides customizable solutions that leave no part of the autonomous vehicle ecosystem behind.

AUTOCRYPT is the leading player in transportation security technologies. Beginning in 2007 as an in-house venture at Penta Security Systems Inc., AUTOCRYPT spun off as a separate entity in 2019 as its presence expanded worldwide. Recognized by TU-Automotive as the Best Auto Cybersecurity Product/Solution of 2019, AUTOCRYPT continues to pave the way in transportation and mobility security through a multi-layered, holistic approach. Through security solutions for V2X/C-V2X, V2G (including PnC security), in-vehicle security, and Fleet Management, AUTOCRYPT ensures that security is prioritized before vehicles hit the road.

AutoTech Breakthrough, part of Tech Breakthrough, is a leading market intelligence and recognition platform for global technology innovation and leadership, 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

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.

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.”

DETROIT, USA | Penta Security, a company acknowledged as the top cybersecurity vendor in Asia by Frost & Sullivan, and the APAC market share leader in the WAF industry, web, IoT, and data security solutions, won TU-Automotive Award for “Best Auto Cybersecurity Product/Service.”

The award is determined by an impartial panel of judges and was challenged by 200 entries this year. It was announced and presented at the annual TU-Automotive Awards Ceremony and AutoCrypt from Penta Security was selected for its extensive suite of security solutions to solve vulnerabilities across connected and autonomous vehicle environments.

AutoCrypt, the world’s first total security solution for intelligent transport systems – its 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. AutoCrypt has also been developed to face the challenges of Electric Vehicles (EVs) and smart charging stations (EVSEs), allowing security in Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) systems.

“We are grateful to TU-Automotive for this award and to be endorsed for our 12 years of development in the automotive security sector. We’d like to take this opportunity to stress that automotive security is not just about in-vehicle security” said Seokwoo Lee, CEO and Founder of Penta Security. “Automotive security is about enabling trusted connectivity. The world is in need of a total security solution and we strongly believe it’s our mission to meet the urgent needs of this expanding market.”

With AutoCrypt, Penta Security has developed to secure its position as the leading provider through partnerships with government agencies, OEMs, EV charging service providers, and other top-tier automotive suppliers.

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About Penta Security

A global leader in web, data, and IoT security with 24 years of expertise in powering secured connections, Penta Security is the top cybersecurity vendor in Asia, as recognized by Frost & Sullivan. Its web application firewall WAPPLES has led the market in Korea for 13 consecutive years since 2009, and dominated the entire Asia-Pacific region by obtaining the largest market share since 2016. It has since gained a presence in Europe, the Middle East, and North America. For more information, visit pentasecurity.com. For partnership inquiries, email info@pentasecurity.com.

SEOUL, South Korea | Penta Security Systems Inc. today announced that it has been selected as a finalist for Best Auto Cybersecurity Product/Solution at the 2019 TU-Automotive Awards. The prestigious award recognizes the industry-leading solution for the secure deployment of transformative technologies in the automotive sector.

Along with its Advanced Firewall and Key Management features, AutoCrypt offers an extensive suite of security solutions to solve vulnerabilities across connected and autonomous vehicle environments. Its 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.

AutoCrypt has also been developed to face the challenges of Electric Vehicles (EVs) and smart charging stations (EVSEs), allowing security in Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) systems. It includes PKI features that are optimized for the e-mobility environment in line with ISO/IEC 15118 for safe communications between the EVSEs and back-end infrastructure to meet the urgent needs of the industry.

With AutoCrypt, Penta Security has forged strategic partnerships with government agencies, automotive manufacturers (OEMs), EV charging service providers, and other top-tier automotive suppliers. AutoCrypt has been integrated into numerous ITS projects in major cities in South Korea, securing its position in the IoT security industry as the leading smart car security product.

“We are honored to be nominated as a finalist in the TU-Automotive Awards,” said CSO of Penta Security, DS Kim. “As we continue to focus on growth, we are excited to be recognized for our commitment to providing powerful and innovative security solutions.”

TU-Automotive is the leading reference point for the evolving automotive technology and annually organizes the largest global automotive technology conferences and exhibitions. The TU-Automotive Awards are the most anticipated recognition of excellence in the field of connected cars. This year’s winners will be announced during an awards party on June 4 that kicks off the annual TU-Automotive Detroit event.

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Update: AutoCrypt was selected as the winner of the 2019 Best Auto Cybersecurity Product/Solution at the 2019 TU-Automotive Awards