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Renesas adds new power line communication modem IC enabling high-speed, long distance communication

Renesas Electronics Corporation, a supplier of advanced semiconductor solutions, introduced the R9A06G061 power line communication (PLC) modem IC. The R9A06G061 delivers high-speed communication at up to 1 Mbps over long distances of a kilometrE or more, without the need for relays, expanding the range of practical applications for PLC.

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November 30, 2021

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NanoLock Security and Waterfall Security partner to deliver OT security

Rosh HaAyin, Israel and Nitzanei Oz, Israel. 29 November 2021 — Waterfall Security Solutions, the OT security company, and NanoLock Security, the device-level cybersecurity provider, announce a partnership to deliver advanced OT security for energy utilities and industrial internet of things (IIoT) deployments worldwide.

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Ransomware attacks are rising 70% every month and millions of SMEs are still vulnerable

The global cyber security and GDPR compliance platform, Naq Cyber, warns businesses that new data shows ransomware attacks are increasing by 70% every month. Millions of businesses have moved their proposition online and shifted to remote working since the pandemic started but many still have little or no online protection in place and are therefore still vulnerable to these attacks. (more…)

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GlobalPlatform helps Secure Element ecosystem demonstrate security & regulatory compliance

November 29, 2021 – GlobalPlatform, the standard for secure digital services and devices, has certified its Secure Element (SE) Protection Profile (PP) with the international standard for computer security certification, Common Criteria (CC). (more…)

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November 29, 2021

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Automotive sensor market revenue to grow to $92bn globally by 2026

Hampshire, UK . 29th November 2021: A new report from Juniper Research has found that the automotive sensors market will grow to over $92 billion (€81.64 billion) by 2026; a 30% increase over 2021. This growth will be driven by sensors that enable automated vehicles and ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems). (more…)

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Syntronixs Asia becomes part of Infineon

Munich, Germany, and Melaka, Malaysia. 29 November 2021 – Infineon Technologies (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd. acquired Syntronixs Asia Sdn. Bhd., a Melaka-based electroplating company. Founded in 2006, Syntronixs Asia has a workforce of more than 500 people and has been a major service provider for Infineon since 2009. The company specialises in precision electroplating, a key process in the assembly process of semiconductors, which is required to ensure high quality and long-term reliability of Infineon’s products.

“Infineon is committed to taking the necessary steps to continuously enhance our global manufacturing footprint,” says Alexander Gorski, executive vice president, who is responsible for Infineon’s global Backend Operations. Dr. Thomas Kaufmann, executive vice president and COO of Infineon’s Automotive Division, sayas, “Through this acquisition, we have made another important step to strengthen the resilience of our supply chain”.

Infineon maintains 13 backend sites worldwide, the largest of them located in Melaka. The parties agreed not to disclose the purchase price.

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Workz launches eSIM cloud

Dubai. 29 November 2021 – IoT solutions provider Workz has expanded its eSIM subscription management solution to offer a GSMA certified cloud-based platform in the US. The platform, which is certified by the GSMA’s Security Accreditation Scheme (SAS) and hosted at Microsoft Azure’s Virginia, USA site enables mobile network operators (MNOs) to remotely manage consumer and M2M/IoT devices. (more…)

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Dr. Reinhard Ploss appointed as CEO of Infineon

Neubiberg, Germany. 25 November 2021 – Jochen Hanebeck will take over as the new chief executive officer of Infineon Technologies AG on 1 April 2022. This was decided by the supervisory board. Hanebeck was reappointed for five years, his contract runs until 31 March 2027. He has been a member of the management board and chief operations officer since 2016. He succeeds Dr. Reinhard Ploss, who has led the company as CEO since 2012.

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November 26, 2021

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InterSystems partners with eConsult Health to help streamline NHS triage

Eton, UK. 25th November 2021 – InterSystems, a data technology provider dedicated to helping customers solve the most critical data and information challenges, has been selected by eConsult Health, the UK’s digital triage and remote consultation solutions provider, to accelerate its growth in the NHS. (more…)

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November 25, 2021

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ETSI releases comprehensive global standard for securing smart phones

Sophia Antipolis. 24 November 2021 – Our smartphones and tablets are fundamental for citizens and hold a wide range of user data and apps. At the same time, security attacks have increased with malicious applications and network eavesdropping. (more…)

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