Microsoft research highlights the importance of the UK’s PSTI legislation

Microsoft has an article looking at the innovation and commercial benefits of the Internet of Things (IoT) and operational technology (OT), but which also looks at the significant privacy and cyber security challenges of the technologies. The report includes empirical data from the customer’s perspective.

New research shows IoT and OT innovation is critical to business but comes with significant risks – Microsoft Security Blog

The UK government is introducing legislation, The Product Security and Telecommunications Infrastructure (PSTI) Bill, that, among other goals, will have an impact on the manufacture and support/patching of IoT devices.

Internet of Things – Smart Thinking Solutions

The Product Security and Telecommunications Infrastructure (PSTI) Bill – factsheets – GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

Microsoft Defender for IoT | Microsoft Azure

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