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Yahoo
24-07-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
VicOne and Block Harbor Launch Global Vehicle Cybersecurity Competition to Equip and Inspire Next Generation of Experts in Automotive Defense
DETROIT, July 24, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--VicOne, an automotive cybersecurity solutions leader, and Block Harbor, a trusted automotive cybersecurity engineering company, today launched the Global Vehicle Cybersecurity Competition (VCC), to take place online Aug. 22-25 and Aug. 29-Sept. 1. Participants in the "Capture the Flag"-style event will compete head-to-head in both offense and defense scenarios mimicking real-world attacks and countermeasures on modern connected vehicles and software-defined vehicles (SDVs). The overall VCC competition winner will be sponsored to attend Pwn2Own Automotive 2026, the world's largest zero-day vulnerability discovery contest focused on connected cars and software-defined vehicles (SDVs). Pwn2Own Automotive 2026 is scheduled for Jan. 21-23, 2026, at Automotive World in Tokyo. WHO: Individuals of all skill levels—from first-time players to seasoned professionals pursuing careers in automotive cybersecurity—to learn, upskill and contribute to building a safer future for connected vehicles and SDVs WHAT: Global VCC, powered by VicOne and Block Harbor WHEN: Aug. 22-25 and Aug. 29-Sept. 1, 2025 WHERE: Visit WHY: Sharpen skills and learn alongside a community of security enthusiasts, students and professionals. Earn Continuing Professional Education (CPE) credits. Compete for cash, tokens, titles and round-trip flight and three-night hotel stay to attend Pwn2Own Automotive 2026. HOW: Register online About Block HarborBlock Harbor was established in 2014 in direct response to the Jeep Hack – the moment the industry took notice to the risk of cyberattacks to vehicles. In launching with several of the Automakers, Suppliers, and Auditors that were quick to act in vehicle cybersecurity, Block Harbor has always operated at the forefront, solving new challenges and building new solutions alongside our customers. Block Harbor's platform, the Vehicle Security Engineering Cloud (VSEC), combined with Block Harbor's services from our Vehicle Security Operations team and our Vehicle Cybersecurity Labs team leads the industry with solutions that are tailor fit for the mobility ecosystem. Learn more at About VicOneWith a vision to secure the vehicles of tomorrow, VicOne delivers a broad portfolio of cybersecurity software and services for the automotive industry. Purpose-built to address the rigorous needs of automotive manufacturers and suppliers, VicOne solutions are designed to secure and scale with the specialized demands of the modern vehicle. As a Trend Micro subsidiary, VicOne is powered by a solid foundation in cybersecurity drawn from Trend Micro's 30+ years in the industry, delivering unparalleled automotive protection and deep security insights that enable our customers to build secure as well as smart vehicles. For more information, visit View source version on Contacts U.S. Media Contacts Jill Miley Interprose for VicOne+1 Vivian Kelly Interprose for VicOne+1 703.509.5412viviankelly@
National Post
22-07-2025
- Automotive
- National Post
Netcracker Receives TM Forum Moonshot Catalyst Award for Groundbreaking Monetization Model for the Automotive Industry
Article content Netcracker, Toyota, Vodafone, NTT Data and Other Partners Collaborated on Sophisticated Applications to Enhance Connected Vehicle Experiences and Create New Revenue Opportunities Article content WALTHAM, Mass. — Netcracker Technology announced today that it has been recognized, along with partners including Toyota, Vodafone and NTT Data, for a revolutionary TM Forum Moonshot Catalyst project focusing on the complex technical and business challenges that automotive OEMs face when deploying advanced applications for connected and autonomous vehicles. Article content The Monetizing Federated Connectivity for Automotive OEMs project, which was honored with the Telco Monetization Award during DTW Ignite in Copenhagen, speeds up the deployment of new vehicle applications and reduces deployment costs through seamless access to on-demand network resources supported by standardized APIs to ensure interoperability. Moonshot Catalysts are the highest achievement in TM Forum technical projects, with the goal of reaching significant breakthroughs that push the limits of innovation. Article content Netcracker's next-generation cloud solution provided the IT and integration platform that connected Toyota's automotive applications, Vodafone's Procure & Connect platform and NTT Data's 5G slicing, creating the capability for end-to-end monetization. Article content Netcracker's solution leveraged TM Forum and CAMARA Open APIs and TM Forum's Open Digital Architecture (ODA), and provided essential functions such as GenAI-assisted partner onboarding and adjustments of billing and invoicing among partners. Significant business outcomes were validated, including optimized operational efficiency, 3-5% increase in average revenue per user for telecommunications partners, successful monetization of low-latency connectivity services, accelerated service rollout capabilities, enhanced vehicle safety features and substantial carbon dioxide emission reductions through optimized routing and vehicle efficiency improvements. Article content 'This particular Catalyst caught the attention of the judges due to its applicability in an industry that's on the cutting edge of technology but that can also be used in other verticals such as healthcare, smart factories and augmented reality,' said Aaron Boasman-Patel, VP, Innovation at TM Forum. 'We congratulate all the companies involved in developing this truly promising scenario that lays the groundwork for broader transformation initiatives.' Article content 'Edge computing and seamless connectivity will improve the potential for advanced vehicle connectivity services, which will spark further innovation and monetization opportunities for automobile manufacturers and the wider ecosystem,' said Bob Titus, CTO of Netcracker. 'We are proud to be part of this pioneering project and thank the judges and TM Forum for their recognition of the hard work from all participants.' Article content Netcracker Technology, a wholly-owned subsidiary of NEC Corporation, has the expertise, culture and resources to help service providers around the world transform their businesses to thrive in the digital economy. Our innovative solutions, value-driven services and unbroken delivery track record have enabled our customers to grow and succeed for more than three decades. With the latest technological advancements in key areas including 5G monetization, AI, automation and vertical industries, we help service providers to reach their transformation goals, advance their telco to techco evolution and realize business growth and profitability. To learn more, visit Article content Article content Article content Article content Contacts Article content Media Contact Article content Article content Article content Article content
Gizmodo
18-07-2025
- Automotive
- Gizmodo
A Huge New Lab in Sweden Is Testing the 6G-Powered Future of Connected Cars and Drones
Tucked away in the Swedish countryside is a facility quietly reshaping the future of global mobility. Owned by the Research Institutes of Sweden (RISE), AstaZero has just unveiled the world's most advanced connected vehicle proving ground—an ambitious leap into a 6G-powered future where every movement on the road could be coordinated, controlled, and optimized in real time. AstaZero is not an average vehicle test track. It is a full-scale, independent research environment built to test the automated transport systems of tomorrow to ensure confidence and safety. Think of it as a real-world lab where self-driving cars, AI-powered drones, and connected emergency vehicles are pushed to their limits. At the heart of this latest breakthrough are multiple 5G networks and a cutting-edge computing facility—marking a first for any open, brand-neutral proving ground. It enables split-second decision-making and ultra-reliable connectivity between vehicles, emergency teams, pedestrians, infrastructure, and traffic systems. That matters more than ever. With 3G networks being phased out globally, mission-critical systems like ambulances, fire trucks, and police vehicles are under pressure to modernize. AstaZero's newly launched facility provides the first real opportunity to test innovative systems in controlled yet dynamic, real-life scenarios. AstaZero's new infrastructure is not just about faster speeds—it is about smarter, safer reactions. Powered by edge computing, vehicles can now process data locally instead of relying on far-off cloud centers. That means a self-driving car can respond instantly to a pedestrian stepping into the street or adjust to a new traffic signal before the driver sees it. Without advanced, integrated testing, safer roads remain a dream. CEO of RISE AstaZero Peter Janevik explained the implications of this breakthrough, telling Gizmodo, 'In the future, communication might not always originate from the sensors on the vehicle itself, but instead from sensors mounted on connected infrastructure or from the sensors of another vehicle. In these types of systems, three key factors are crucial: reliability, ultra-fast communication, and intelligent decision-making.' In June, AstaZero said it had reached 99.999% system reliability in connected vehicle communication, a first for the industry. That is the level of consistency required for 'mission-critical' scenarios, where even a split-second failure could cost lives. When asked what type of real-world scenarios are most challenging to simulate at AstaZero and how they overcome them, Janevik described the complexity of multiple testing domains with a future scenario: An automated drone providing safety surveillance is deployed over an accident scene by a rescue crew upon arrival. The footage is used by both the rescue crew to assess and follow the situation, but also by central management, which needs to make decisions on things such as rerouting of traffic and the deployment of further teams and other authorities like police and medical teams. Then imagine that the drone also creates a local map update with static objects such as a crashed vehicle or cones for traffic redirection and dynamic ones such as personnel or fires. Imagine that this map is also used for warnings and rerouting of automated as well as manually driven vehicles. Heads-up displays may be the latest step in this direction, with emergency information scrolling along the lower edge of the windshield and not on overhead traffic signs or infotainment screens. To ensure such a complex system works, the testing and design teams need to factor in elements like connectivity disruption and technology integration across numerous manufacturers and telecom companies, which is what AstaZero offers. Beyond roads and intersections, AstaZero's proving ground is designed to test limitless scenarios. Whether cyclists swerving through traffic or simulated pedestrians crossing at unpredictable times, the site can orchestrate complex environments. Janevik says, 'We test collision avoidance technology to auto-brake vehicles for different scenarios, but more importantly, the site provides robust testing to ensure highly repeatable results in a wider spectrum of conditions.' By using AI, drones, and robotic systems—like digital twins and virtual modeling—for advanced scenario computations and simulations, the site assists engineers in pursuing advances in chip manufacturing, so designs keep track with forthcoming technologies. Janevik believes in the impact of this approach on 'unique testing scenarios for smaller machine learning models with AI-based decision-making to prove that these can make the right decisions with ongoing updates.' The RISE facility's goal is to test components in a hardware loop in the vehicle in real-world scenarios. Testing also accounts for degraded conditions—such as lost connectivity—to prepare for actual challenges. The only limits are what the engineers can imagine, and Janevik sees this as their goal—to live their vision and help societies accelerate into safe, sustainable, and automated transportation systems of the future. This is especially critical in Europe, where road fatality statistics have stagnated. While there was a 10% drop in EU road deaths between 2019 and 2023, the latest figures show only a 1% decrease. With 83% of fatal pedestrian accidents occurring in urban areas and a stubborn plateau in progress, new solutions are needed. As EU Commissioner for Sustainable Transport and Tourism Apostolos Tzitzikostas has said, 'Too many lives are still lost on our roads every year.' AstaZero stands out for being brand-agnostic. Any vehicle manufacturer, telecom provider, or AI developer can pay to use the facility to test and refine their systems. That neutral status is intended to ensure consistency and fairness across global standards, which is especially important as the European New Car Assessment Programme rolls out new vehicle-to-everything benchmarks between 2026 and 2032. Already a recognized test organization by the Global Certification Forum, AstaZero has taken a lead role in helping shape those standards. The AstaZero proving ground does not just test how cars perform—it tests how they think, communicate, and collaborate. With edge computing enabling decentralized, real-time responses, the next generation of smart vehicles will be able to prevent accidents before they happen, minimize traffic delays, and drastically improve energy efficiency.
Yahoo
02-07-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
UK fleet operators lead in telematics adoption: Arval survey
UK businesses are showing strong momentum toward adopting fleet telematics, with nearly half of companies planning to implement the technology within the next three years, according to the latest Arval Mobility Observatory Barometer. The independent survey, conducted by Ipsos, found that 19% of UK companies currently use telematics data in their fleet operations, while a further 44% are considering it by 2028. The trend is more pronounced in car fleets, where 48% are eyeing adoption, compared to 35% among van fleets. 'What we are seeing here is a relatively high level of current usage,' said John Peters, Head of Arval Mobility Observatory in the UK. 'But more notably, there is a very high level of interest for the future.' Peters said the growing appeal is likely being driven by multiple factors, including a focus on cost control, operational efficiency, and the expanding capabilities of connected vehicle technologies. 'There are probably a number of trends powering this,' he added. The 2025 Barometer also revealed a 3% year-on-year increase in the use of telematics among both car and van fleets in the UK. Peters noted this could suggest 'some increased adoption' as a result of rising enthusiasm, though perhaps not to the full extent suggested by the numbers. The UK continues to outpace both European and global averages in telematics use. While 14% of European companies and 15% of businesses globally currently use the technology, only the UK showed a clear lead with 19%. Interest in future adoption remains comparable, with 47% of both European and global respondents considering telematics, just below the UK's 44%. 'The UK does tend to make more use of fleet technology than most other countries,' said Peters. 'But the differences being seen for telematics are not too dramatic. They suggest that telematics is having an impact for fleets just about everywhere.' This embedded content is not available in your region. The survey was conducted between August 26 and November 6, 2024, and included interviews with 8,061 company decision-makers across 28 countries. Of these, 300 interviews were conducted in the UK. All participating companies operated at least one vehicle. Interviews were carried out by telephone, and the sample was broadly representative by company size: 53% of businesses had fewer than 100 employees, 27% had between 100 and 999, and 20% had 1,000 or more. The research spanned countries across Europe and the Americas, including Austria, Germany, Spain, France, Italy, the UK, the US, Canada, Brazil, and others. "UK fleet operators lead in telematics adoption: Arval survey" was originally created and published by Motor Finance Online, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site. Error while retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data
Yahoo
23-06-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Hyundai, Kia to develop next-gen digital tachographs
Hyundai Motor and Kia Corporation have agreed to collaborate with the South Korean government to develop and commercialize a next-generation, connected digital tachograph for commercial vehicles. The two automakers, both part of Hyundai Motor Group, signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Ministry of Transport and the state-run Korea Transportation Safety Authority, committing to developing and introducing the new digital tachograph in their commercial vehicles from 2026. Digital tachographs automatically record a vehicle's speed, mileage, and location in real time using Global Positioning System (GPS) data. Transportation companies in South Korea are required by law to fit tachographs in commercial vehicles such as trucks and buses, with the data typically extracted and submitted manually to the authorities. Next-generation digital tachographs store, analyse and submit the data automatically using connected vehicle platforms. Hyundai and Kia plan to integrate their existing connected service platforms, Bluelink and Kia Connect, into their digital tachographs, which they expect will help 'reduce compliance burdens on commercial vehicle operators and increase the overall data submission rate.' "Hyundai, Kia to develop next-gen digital tachographs" was originally created and published by Just Auto, a GlobalData owned brand.
