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News Roundup

Advancements in 5G
and Beyond Focus on Quantum-
Safe Cryptography
ETSI has made significant strides
in 5G technology, focusing on In response to the growing threat
enhancing network performance of quantum computing to current
and expanding capabilities. Recent cryptographic methods, ETSI has
developments include the approval intensified efforts in quantum-
of new specifications that aim to safe cryptography. A series of new
improve 5G network efficiency and standards have been introduced
support for emerging applications. to safeguard data against future
These advancements are crucial as quantum attacks. These standards are
industries increasingly rely on robust essential for industries that handle
5G networks for various applications, sensitive information, ensuring long-
from autonomous vehicles to term data security.
smart cities.

Enhancements in
Artificial Intelligence Internet of Things

and Securing AI (IoT) Security

ETSI continues to lead in setting With the proliferation of IoT devices,
standards for artificial intelligence ETSI has updated its IoT security
(AI) technologies, with a particular standards to tackle new vulnerabilities
emphasis on the security aspects. and ensure comprehensive protection.
The recent release of guidelines and The new guidelines focus on device
standards aims to address the ethical authentication, data integrity,
and security challenges posed by AI. and secure communication
These efforts are designed to foster protocols. These updates are vital
trust and promote the responsible for maintaining the security of
development and deployment of AI interconnected devices in both
systems across various sectors.
consumer and industrial applications.

Education and Standardization Cybersecurity Frameworks

ETSI is also addressing the growing need for education Cybersecurity remains a top priority for ETSI, with the
in standardization. The organization has launched new introduction of updated frameworks to protect critical
educational initiatives aimed at training the next generation infrastructure. The new standards focus on enhancing
of ICT standardization experts. These initiatives include resilience against cyber threats and ensuring robust
updated teaching materials and collaboration with security measures for network infrastructures. These
academic institutions to integrate standardization into their efforts are particularly important for sectors such as
curricula. This move is crucial for sustaining the growth and finance, healthcare, and transportation, which rely heavily
competitiveness of the ICT sector. See pp.24-25 for details. on secure and reliable network operations.

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