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Recent Outlook of Cybersecurity Threats in the Construction Sector—including identifying weak spots and proactive steps to boost cybersecurity

Because DH+ is many years older than Ethernet, it's not not nearly as fast, sophisticated or flexible. However, it supported the manufacturing applications of its time very well.

Automated manufacturing is growing fast. As always, along with greater efficiency comes greater risk. The OT Threat Research team at TXOne Networks analyzes four automated factory trends that warrant focused cybersecurity attention: the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT); industrial robots; augmented reality (AR) devices; and additive manufacturing (AM).

Clark Dressen, Dow Corporation global director, described extending the reach of systems with the application of private 5G networks at the 27th Annual ARC Industry Forum.

Excerpt from new OT cybersecurity book, Industrial Cybersecurity Case Studies and Best Practices. This feature originally appeared in AUTOMATION 2023 Volume 2: Connectivity & Cybersecurity.

IIOT Cybersecurity is explained, including security planning, network design, cloud security, certification, and more.

Being operationally resilient requires a multitude of safeguards that span OT and IT. This feature originally appeared in AUTOMATION 2023 Volume 2: Connectivity & Cybersecurity.

Closing security gaps and strengthening security make organizations more resilient to future threats. This feature originally appeared in AUTOMATION 2023 Volume 2: Connectivity & Cybersecurity.

Speed, flexibility and simplicity make EtherCAT a robust fieldbus contender. This feature originally appeared in AUTOMATION 2023 Volume 2: Connectivity & Cybersecurity.

Industrial Cybersecurity (ICS) will present workforce development findings including, "the who," "the why," and "the what," on 10 May

Protocol stacks built to cybersecurity standards make device communication safer. This feature originally appeared in AUTOMATION 2023 Volume 2: Connectivity & Cybersecurity.

The Cyber Resilience Act was passed by the European Union to address the surge of cyberattacks on hardware and software by creating technical requirements that businesses must comply with.

Meet NIST SP 800-82 guidelines and the NIS 2 Directive with a system that incorporates demilitarized zones. This feature originally appeared in AUTOMATION 2023 Volume 2: Connectivity & Cybersecurity.

ABB has launched a “Defense in Depth” playbook to help industrial customers find the best approach to mitigating risk.

A description of each knowledgeable speaker taking the stage at the inaugural OT Cybersecurity summit in Aberdeen, Scotland, as well as summit expectations.

FDT Group announced that Paul Brooks, manager, technology business development, strategic development for Rockwell Automation; and Rolf Birkhofer, managing director for Endress+Hauser digital solutions have been voted in to serve in leadership roles on the FDT Board of Directors.

“A spirit of optimism permeated the halls at HANNOVER MESSE,” reported Dr. Jochen Köckler, chairman of the Deutsche Messe Managing Board, at the closing press conference for HANNOVER MESSE 2023.

The ODVA announced another step towards supporting the process automation industry during the Hannover Messe/Fair April 17, 2023, adding NE 107 & PA-DIM Compatible Data Formats to the EtherNet/IP Specification.

Nozomi Networks further extends market reach and service delivery options with Vantage now available for purchase in AWS Marketplace.

“Canada is a globally growing and innovative country and important economic partner for Germany,” said Dr. Jochen Köckler, chairman of the Managing Board, Deutsche Messe AG.