November 2018 Newsletter

How GlobalPlatform is securing the Internet of Things

As the world of connected devices continues to grow, I spoke with influential media title, the Internet of Business, to discuss GlobalPlatform’s work to create open and collaborative ecosystems, covering everything from connected cars to eSIMs.

GlobalPlatform enhances Secure Element deployment for payment-enabled wearables

The GlobalPlatform Financial Configuration supports the deployment of SEs in contactless-enabled wearables such as rings and wristbands. Chip and device makers, banks and app developers now have an implementation guide to launching wearables that can be remotely updated and support multiple applications including payment, access control and transport ticketing.

Is your meter smart enough to defend against attack?

As the global need for power and clean energy grows exponentially, traditional energy markets are rapidly transforming.

Sophie Bessin-Py, IoT Security Marketing Communication Manager, Gemalto, has written a guest blog focused on securing smart meters and decentralized global systems.

Fall meetings 12-16 November, Lisbon

The deadline for registering attendance has closed and we have released the agendas for the Joint Task Force and Security Task Force meetings, taking place on Monday 12 November and Tuesday 13 November.

Both meetings will provide an update on current activities, as well as presentations from expert speakers. If you have not received the agendas via email, you can find them in the Global Calendar.

For those unable to attend, meeting minutes and all presentations will be made available via the member website one week following the event.