Millions of Kia Vehicles Open to Remote Hacks via License Plate

September 27, 2024 at 04:13PM Millions of Kia vehicles had a flaw that allowed attackers to remotely control them using license plate information. Researchers found this vulnerability in Kia, Honda, Infiniti, Nissan, Acura, BMW, Mercedes, and other vehicles. This highlights ongoing concerns over the cybersecurity of connected vehicles and the need for stronger authentication and … Read more

U.S. Proposes Ban on Connected Vehicles Using Chinese and Russian Tech

September 24, 2024 at 10:18AM The U.S. Department of Commerce is proposing a ban on connected vehicles using software and hardware from China or Russia. This includes Vehicle Connectivity System and Automated Driving System components, to prevent potential security and privacy risks. The ban aims to secure the automotive supply chain and will come into … Read more

US proposes ban on connected vehicle tech from China, Russia

September 23, 2024 at 07:12PM The Biden administration proposed a rule by the Department of Commerce to ban the import or sale of connected vehicle technologies from Chinese or Russian entities, citing national security concerns. The rule targets vehicle connectivity systems and automated driving systems, due to potential risks of surveillance and infrastructure disruption. Exemptions … Read more

Commerce Dept. Proposes Ban on Automotive Software & Hardware From China, Russia

September 23, 2024 at 12:58PM The US Department of Commerce announced a proposed ban on software and hardware made by foreign adversaries, especially China and Russia, in connected vehicles on US roads due to national security concerns. It aims to ban most Chinese vehicles from the US market and prevent testing of self-driving cars by … Read more

Ban Sought for Chinese, Russian Software and Hardware Used in Autonomous Vehicles on US Roads

September 23, 2024 at 10:00AM The Commerce Department plans to ban the sale of connected and autonomous vehicles in the U.S. equipped with Chinese and Russian software and hardware by 2027-2030, citing national security concerns. This preemptive measure aims to protect against potential threats of data exposure and external control of vehicles, with implications for … Read more

Chinese ‘connected’ cars are a national security threat, says Biden

February 29, 2024 at 02:08PM Biden’s administration is concerned about national security threats from Chinese-made “connected” vehicles due to data collection and potential foreign access. The Department of Commerce is initiating an investigation and proposed rulemaking to address these risks. China’s burgeoning automobile industry is raising concerns about competition and national security in the US. … Read more

ProvenRun Banks €15 Million for Secure Connected Vehicle Software

December 8, 2023 at 10:18AM ProvenRun, a French startup, secures a €15 million investment to develop secure software for connected vehicles and IoT devices. The funding aims to support the company’s efforts in building advanced security solutions for the automotive and IoT industries. (47 words) Based on the meeting notes, it seems that the French … Read more

ProvenRun Secures €15M Series A to Accelerate its Growth

December 7, 2023 at 06:15PM ProvenRun, a cybersecurity firm, secured €15 million in a Series A round led by Tikehau Capital, aiming to advance secure operating systems for IoT and connected vehicles. The funding will boost product development, including automotive and Risc-V architecture applications, and facilitate North American expansion. **Meeting Takeaways:** 1. **ProvenRun Fundraising:** ProvenRun, … Read more