IIoT World covers OT cybersecurity for energy infrastructure, including removable media risks, air gap strategies, and ICS security frameworks for renewable energy operators. With estimated cybercrime costs reaching $10.5 trillion between 2020 and 2025, the energy sector has become a primary target internationally. Recorded attacks in recent years have left 600 apartment buildings without heat […]
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Only 19% of manufacturers plan to invest in cybersecurity despite 56% planning new automation projects in 2026, according to the Sikich Industry Pulse survey. IIoT World covers OT cybersecurity strategy through practitioner articles, case studies, and expert panels — including sessions on embedding security requirements at the specification stage before automation procurement begins.https://www.sikich.com/insight/sikich-industry-pulse/The most effective […]
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Enterprise risk management is entering a new phase where cybersecurity, compliance, and sustainability are no longer separate issues. Instead, they are converging into a single risk equation that defines how enterprises are judged by regulators, investors, and customers alike.The shift is being driven by several forces. First, cyber threats are escalating in both scale and sophistication, making downtime, data […]
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The industrial internet of things (IIoT) is reaching new heights. As the lines between operational technology (OT) and information technology (IT) blur, companies are unlocking new standards of visibility and efficiency. However, this trend also has a dark side that has become increasingly prominent amid rising cybercrime.The Need for Cybersecurity in IT/OT ConvergenceA worrying 80% […]
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Manufacturing remains one of the most targeted industries for cyberattacks, with ransomware and data extortion incidents leading the way. The Arctic Wolf Threat Report 2025 highlights how cybercriminals exploit operational vulnerabilities in manufacturing environments, causing disruptions that can lead to financial loss, reputational damage, and production downtime. Below, we explore key cybersecurity threats in the manufacturing sector […]
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The evolving landscape of cyber threats poses significant risks to industrial operations, particularly the supply chain. At the recent S4 Conference, experts highlighted critical strategies for enhancing supply chain security in operational technology (OT). This interview with Eric Byres, Senior Vice President of Cyber Supply Chain Integrity at Exiger, reveals key insights into effectively mitigating […]
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Developing a regulatory security framework is essential for protecting connected systems in the ever-evolving landscape of the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT). During the recent IIoT World ICS Cybersecurity Day, experts discussed the shared responsibility among stakeholders—vendors, manufacturers, end-users, and regulatory bodies—in building and enforcing these frameworks. Sander Rotmensen, the head of Internal Startup—cybersecurity for OT at Siemens, […]
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