Automotive Industry News Highlight: Keysight Technology, NXP Semiconductors, Marelli, and Cinemo in Focus
In a significant move for the automotive industry, Keysight Technologies and NXP Semiconductors have successfully completed the first Car Connectivity Consortium (CCC) Digital Key Applet (DKA) certification. This achievement marks a crucial step in advancing secure digital key technology for next-generation vehicles.
The CCC DKA certification ensures that the digital key applet meets rigorous security standards and operates seamlessly across different devices and vehicle models. This validation is essential as digital keys must be highly secure to prevent unauthorized access and hacking.
By receiving this certification, Keysight and NXP demonstrate that their digital key solution can be trusted within the broader ecosystem that includes vehicle manufacturers, smartphone makers, and connectivity service providers. This trust encourages adoption by automotive OEMs and technology partners.
The certified digital key solution facilitates seamless and secure vehicle access, allowing users to lock, unlock, and start their vehicle using a smartphone or other connected device. This functionality enhances user convenience without compromising safety.
Participation in a standards-driven framework like the CCC promotes interoperability and innovation in the automotive industry. Keysight and NXP’s certification helps set benchmarks that other companies will follow, accelerating the rollout of secure connected car features.
The certification can be compared to EAL 4 + AVA_VAN.5 used in the Common Criteria program, ensuring the security of a critical component that allows users access to their cars.
Meanwhile, Marelli, a leading mobility technology supplier to the automotive sector, has selected Cinemo's infotainment software solutions for its LeanConnect platform. Designed to manage two cameras and two displays, LeanConnect is an ideal solution for automakers aiming for efficiency and cost optimization.
The integration of Cinemo's software helps Marelli deliver a cost-efficient solution and boost its time-to-market. The first cars with Marelli's LeanConnect platform integrated with Cinemo's software are expected to launch in 2026.
LeanConnect combines cluster, integrated vehicle infotainment (IVI), and 4G telematics functionality in one control unit, resulting in a cost reduction of 30-40% compared to standard architectures.
Keysight Technologies also offers a wide range of Automotive Testing Services to support its automotive customers in their security journey. The company's expertise in testing and validation is expected to further strengthen the security of digital key solutions in the automotive industry.
In summary, the CCC Digital Key Applet certification is a landmark in securing the digital key ecosystem. It validates the solution’s security and interoperability, builds trust among industry players, and accelerates the adoption of secure connectivity features crucial for the next generation of smart, connected vehicles.
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