Ubiquitous AI Proposes 'Edge Security 3.0' Vision, Advancing Next-Generation Security Design to Empower Value Creation in Embedded Devices

Ubiquitous AI Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo; President and CEO: Yuta Ooyoshi; hereinafter "Ubiquitous AI") announces the proposal of a new concept, "Edge Security 3.0," to redefine the role of security in the IoT and embedded device sector. The company will advance next-generation security design to support new value creation in embedded devices.

In recent years, international regulatory enhancements such as the European Cyber Resilience Act (CRA), along with increasingly sophisticated cyberattacks, have made security measures indispensable for edge devices, including IoT and embedded equipment. However, many companies still perceive security as a "cost for regulatory compliance" or a "necessary obligation for productization," resulting in delayed responses. Consequently, risks of intrusion, theft, and tampering of critical information via edge devices continue to rise.

Leveraging its long-standing expertise and implementation know-how in embedded software and security, Ubiquitous AI believes that in the future, security for edge devices should not be viewed merely as a defensive measure, but as a competitive asset that enhances product and business value.

■ Why 'Edge Security 3.0' is Needed Now

While security measures in cloud and network domains are increasingly recognized as essential business management issues, edge devices such as IoT and industrial equipment often remain focused on "minimum regulatory compliance" and "vulnerability mitigation"—a defensive stance.

However, with the growing prevalence of always-connected devices and Over-The-Air (OTA) functionality updates, product value is shifting from the point of shipment to the entire operational lifecycle.

In such an environment, Ubiquitous AI believes that integrating security from the design phase and utilizing it as a foundation to enhance product reliability and enable new services will become a critical factor in determining corporate competitiveness.

Ubiquitous AI proposes a three-stage evolution for future edge device security and will provide and progressively expand a portfolio of products to realize this vision.

■ Ubiquitous AI's 'Edge Security 3.0' Framework

Edge Security 1.0: Security as an Obligation

Minimum security measures required for productization, such as regulatory compliance and vulnerability response.

Edge Security 2.0: Security to Protect the Brand

Security that prevents unauthorized use and tampering through encryption, anti-tampering mechanisms, and secure memory, thereby protecting intellectual property and brand value.

Edge Security 3.0: Security that Creates Value

Security that leverages technology to realize features and services such as the following, thereby creating new revenue opportunities and innovative business models:

- On-demand feature activation
- Subscription-based services
- License management
- Feature provisioning based on usage duration

■ Product Portfolio Supporting 'Edge Security 3.0'

Ubiquitous AI is advancing the development of security technologies implementable even in resource-constrained small edge device environments.

Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) Domain

- "PQC (Post-Quantum Cryptography) Library" designed for the quantum computing era (under development)
- PQC-compatible TLS cryptographic communication library (under development)

Device Protection Domain

- "Ubiquitous Securus," an encryption and confidential data management solution with cumulative shipments exceeding 7.3 million units
- Lightweight security technology for small devices (under development)

Device Operations Domain

- "Edge Trust," a platform for device lifecycle management

■ Future Outlook

Ubiquitous AI positions the security domain as a key growth area in its mid-term strategy.

Going forward, the company will strengthen its efforts in next-generation security technologies such as post-quantum cryptography and TPM, while expanding its portfolio of products and services that are implementable in resource-constrained embedded environments through the 'Edge Security 3.0' concept. This will contribute to solving lifecycle-wide challenges and enhancing the value and market position of products and services.

Under the principle of "technology-driven value creation," Ubiquitous AI will position security not as a mere countermeasure, but as a foundational element for enhancing product and business value, and will continue to support customers in improving product competitiveness and achieving sustainable business growth.

■ About Ubiquitous AI Co., Ltd. (Securities Code: 3858)

Ubiquitous AI provides technology and services supporting manufacturing industry customers. Building on its long-standing success in embedded software, the company has achieved success in sales and services of both proprietary and global software products. Leveraging its strengths in advanced, high-quality technology and a robust, broad customer base, Ubiquitous AI continues to expand its manufacturing-supporting technologies and services globally, contributing to the advancement of "customers," "business partners," and "society."

Headquarters: 17F, Shinjuku First West, 1-23-7 Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo

URL: https://www.ubiquitous-ai.com/

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