Intelligent CIO Europe Issue 27 | Page 14

NEWS C2A Security adds additional security control to Vector’s AUTOSAR basic software C 2A Security, an Israel-based global leader in automotive cybersecurity, has announced that it has successfully integrated its endpoint cybersecurity protection technology with Vector’s AUTOSAR classic basic software. This integration – the first of its kind – will enable AUTOSAR developers to add an additional security control to automotive ECU projects without impacting time to market or harming safety compliance and with negligible runtime performance impact. security standards. It detects malicious activity in real time and prevents attackers from leveraging potential vulnerabilities at the ECU level. C2A Security’s endpoint solution safeguards the ECU by offering comprehensive runtime protection while complying with safety and “Tier 1s and OEMs are increasingly applying cybersecurity controls in AUTOSAR embedded software projects,” said Nathaniel Meron, Chief Product and Marketing Officer at C2A Security. “The integration of our endpoint security into Vector’s basic software, a market leader when it comes to AUTOSAR basic software and tools, gives AUTOSAR developers several advantages, e.g. they are now able to seamlessly add C2A’s endpoint runtime protection technology as a security sensor into AUTOSAR projects following the AUTOSAR methodology.” ////////////////// British Government deploys technology to support home learning T he British Government is deploying advanced technologies, including Artificial Intelligence, to support children’s home learning. The government has approved six educational apps ranging from interactive storybooks, handwriting exercises using Artificial Intelligence and educational video games. The move comes as new data has revealed that three-quarters of children aged 5 and under have used smartphone or tablet apps at least once in the last six months to learn. The apps, published on the Hungry Little Minds website, are part of the British Government’s drive to help parents make informed decisions about the use of technology in creating positive learning environments at home. Gavin Williamson, Education Secretary, said: We know that the majority of families are 14 INTELLIGENTCIO using technology in fun and visual ways to support their child’s early education, but it can be difficult for busy parents to work out what content is best. The Hungry Little Minds campaign gives parents access to video tips, advice and suggested games to help with early learning for their children from age 0 to 5. “This list of expert-approved apps helps them make confident decisions that benefit their child’s language and literacy skills.” This also includes work with businesses and organisations offering a range of initiatives to drive vital early skills. www.intelligentcio.com