LG Electronics Gains Europe Cybersecurity Qualification
LG Electronics is accelerating its product development and launch speed by securing the capability to directly respond to strengthened cybersecurity regulations in Europe. This is the result of the SW Public Test Laboratory under the Chief Technology Officer obtaining the qualification as a designat
LG Electronics has boosted its product development and launch speed by gaining the capability to respond directly to Europe's stricter cybersecurity regulations. This achievement is due to the SW Public Test Laboratory, under the Chief Technology Officer, receiving designation from global certification body TUV Rheinland as a test laboratory for the European Radio Equipment Directive cybersecurity standards.
As wireless communication technology products sold in Europe must possess advanced security and safety features to safeguard users, regulations have been tightened recently, addressing network protection, personal data safety, and the integration of financial fraud prevention devices. By obtaining this qualification, LG Electronics will now perform certification tests internally, eliminating the need to involve external organizations, which streamlines the procedure and reduces time and costs from product development to launch while preventing potential leaks of sensitive product information.
This move is anticipated to have a significant impact on sectors like vehicle components and air conditioning, as it enables quicker incorporation of various security requirements from client companies into products, thereby enhancing market responsiveness. LG Electronics aims to reinforce its SW quality and reliability in the global market and is also preparing measures for upcoming regulations.
The company is preparing for the European Cyber Resilience Act, set to be implemented in Europe in 2027, which is a comprehensive security regulation targeting all digitally-enabled products. Kim Dong-wook, Executive Vice President and Head of the LG Electronics SW Center, stated, "With our globally recognized SW competitiveness, we will swiftly deliver safer and more dependable products and services to our customers."
At the qualification award ceremony held at TUV Rheinland Korea headquarters in Seoul on August 10, Kim Dong-wook and Frank Juettner, Representative of TUV Rheinland Korea, signed an agreement to strengthen their collaboration.
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