Cybersecurity
Government of India proposes mandatory cybersecurity and OTA software update rules for vehicles
On June 17, the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways published draft amendments to the Central Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989, proposing mandatory cybersecurity and software update compliance requirements for vehicles sold in India. The draft introduces two new rules: Rule 125-T, covering Cyber Security and Cyber Secu
AUTOCRYPT becomes Elektrobit’s exclusive business partner in South Korea
On June 25, AUTOCRYPT announced a strategic partnership with Elektrobit, a global automotive software provider, under which it will become Elektrobit’s exclusive business partner for key software solutions in South Korea. The partnership brings together AUTOCRYPT’s cybersecurity expertise and Elektrobit’s SDV technol
Bajaj Auto, India hit by ransomware attack
On June 23, Bajaj Auto and its wholly owned subsidiary, Bajaj Auto Technology Limited, were hit by a ransomware attack at approximately 8:00 AM IST. The company said that its technical team, along with external cybersecurity experts and management, responded promptly and initiated precautionary protocols to mitigate
Antolin receives EUR 20,000 grant for industrial cybersecurity project
Grupo Antolin-Irausa, S.A. (Antolin) has received a EUR 20,000 grant from the Regional Ministry of Industry, Trade and Employment of the Regional Government of Castilla y Leon to support its “Advanced OT/ICS cybersecurity system for the protection of critical industrial operations” project.
The initiative aims to ens
T-Systems, Germany develops secure private cloud platform for VW Group
On June 15, T-Systems, Germany, announced that it is building and managing a new private cloud for VW Group, called the “Group Private Cloud”. It will act as a central system for apps used across all VW brands. Over time, more existing apps will move to this cloud, helping improve data handling while following Europe
U.S. House introduces bipartisan Connected Vehicle Security Act banning Chinese vehicles
On May 11, Select Committee on China Chairman John Moolenaar (R-MI) and Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (D-MI) introduced the Connected Vehicle Security Act in the U.S. House Representatives, which aims to prohibit the importation, manufacture, and sale of connected vehicles, software, and hardware linked to China and s
Stellantis, Microsoft sign 5-year deal for AI initiatives across global operations
On April 16, Stellantis and Microsoft announced a five‑year strategic collaboration to accelerate Stellantis’ digital transformation through the co‑development of advanced AI, cybersecurity and engineering capabilities.
As part of the collaboration, Stellantis and Microsoft are co‑developing more than 100 AI initiati
Toyota Motor Europe announces new digital hub in Wrocław, Poland
On April 14, Toyota Motor Europe announced that it is opening a new digital hub in Wrocław. The facility will focus on developing advanced technology applications for Toyota and Lexus vehicles across Europe. It is expected to employ around 200 highly skilled technical specialists.
The Toyota Digital Hub team will be
Seeing Machines, Australia, reports no evidence of alleged cybersecurity breach
On April 10, Seeing Machines Limited announced that approximately 10 days ago, it was informed of an alleged cyber threat targeting the Company. Seeing Machines is aware that a third party has named the Company online in connection with claims that some of its data has been accessed.
The Company investigated it as a
Omax Autos, India updates about the ransomware attack
On April 3, Omax Autos confirmed that all critical IT systems, applications, and operational functions have been fully restored following a ransomware attack first disclosed on March 27, 2026. It mentioned in a joint investigation by its internal IT team and external cybersecurity experts found no material impact on
Trustonic, UK, and VicOne, Japan, launch new layered defense solution for automotive cybersecurity
On March 19, Trustonic and VicOne extended their strategic partnership with the launch of a new and advanced layered defence solution to significantly boost automotive cybersecurity.
VicOne’s xCarbon Intrusion Detection or Prevention System (IDS/IPS) is combined with Kinibi, Trustonic’s Execution Environment [TEE]. I
Auto-ISAC, US, and ENX Association, Germany, partner on automotive supply chain cybersecurity
On March 17, the Automotive Information Sharing and Analysis Center (Auto-ISAC) and ENX Association, the operator of the widely adopted TISAX third-party cybersecurity assessment framework, signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to advance collaboration on supply-chain cybersecurity risk mitigation across the glo
Deloitte India launches ConnectSafe cyber facility for connected infrastructure
On March 10, 2026, Deloitte India unveiled ConnectSafe, a 4,500 sq ft cyber‑security facility that provides a live environment to simulate cyber‑threat scenarios across automotive, MedTech, industrial, and consumer ecosystems, allowing organisations to test and validate security controls without disrupting live opera
EU introduces new ICT supply chain security plan under cybersecurity strategy
On February 13, Europe Commission launched a new ICT (Information and Communication Technology) supply chain security toolbox. It gives member states a common plan to find, assess, and reduce cybersecurity risks in ICT supply chains. The toolbox explains possible risk situations and suggests solutions, such as checki
Škoda partners with Upstream Security, Israel to strengthen cybersecurity across connected vehicles
On January 13, Upstream Security, Israel, announced its strategic partnership with Škoda to strengthen cybersecurity across the automaker’s connected vehicles, digital services, and internal systems. Through the partnership, Škoda brings all cyber threat data, risk insights, and signals into one shared platform. This
Auto-ISAC and Google partner to boost automotive sector cybersecurity
On January 6, Google Cloud joined the Automotive Information Sharing and Analysis Center (Auto-ISAC) as an Innovator Partner. Auto-ISAC is a global community that has come together to address vehicle cybersecurity risks. It serves as the industry's central nervous system for security, accounting for 99% of light-duty



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