VVDN Technologies, a global provider of software, electronic engineering and product manufacturing services, announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with SecureThings.ai Pvt Ltd, a leader in automotive cybersecurity solutions. This collaboration aims to provide robust cybersecurity assurance for automotive, networking and Wi-Fi, IoT and cloud solutions worldwide, with a focus on the connected vehicle ecosystem.
Through this partnership, VVDN will integrate SecureThings.ai’s advanced cybersecurity solutions into its automotive products and solutions, including vehicle connectivity, in-vehicle infotainment and instrument clusters, ADAS solutions, vehicle solutions defined by software (SDV), network and Wi-Fi devices, IoT and cloud services and solutions. This collaboration ensures VVDN’s adherence to global regulatory standards, including ISO 21434, for cybersecurity in the automotive sector.
Key initiatives under this collaboration include:
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Intrusion detection and protection solutions: Real-time monitoring, detection and prevention of cyberattacks. -
Threat Intelligence Services: Continuous monitoring and vulnerability detection integrated into VVDN customer solutions. -
Security Research Laboratory: Development of customized security concepts to meet specific cybersecurity requirements. -
Red Team as a Service: Independent cybersecurity assessments across all customer deployments.
The partnership also plans to expand collaboration into related areas, reflecting a shared vision to drive innovation and excellence in cybersecurity for the automotive and IoT sectors.
Vivek Bansal, Co-Founder and Chairman of VVDN Technologies
Cybersecurity is a priority for VVDN. This collaboration with SecureThings.ai underlines our commitment to providing secure and reliable automotive solutions on a global scale. By integrating SecureThings.ai’s industry-leading cybersecurity expertise, we aim to set new benchmarks in protecting connected vehicles and IoT ecosystems. With the automotive connectivity landscape rapidly evolving and stringent cybersecurity regulations such as R 155/156 and AIS 189/190 coming into force in India, it is crucial to fortify every device in the vehicle with cyber -robust insurance. SecureThings will bring invaluable cybersecurity expertise, independent insights and unbiased security concepts to our solutions. This collaboration marks the start of a proactive approach in this direction.
Vishal Bajpai, co-founder and CEO of SecureThings.ai
Our mission is to revolutionize automotive cybersecurity by leveraging extensive security research and cutting-edge technologies. We empower OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers to combat cyber threats and effectively adhere to evolving regulatory standards. The collaboration with VVDN, known for its extensive product engineering prowess and esteemed OEM partnerships, not only strengthens our market position but also enhances VVDN’s capabilities as a leading secure device provider.