The Ultimate Guide to IoT Security
A curated UK edition of TechDay news, analysis, interviews, reviews, job moves, and related resources for IoT Security.
What to know about IoT Security
The Internet of Things (IoT) Security tag covers a crucial and rapidly evolving area of technology focused on protecting connected devices and networks from increasing cyber threats. As IoT devices become more integrated into homes, industries, and critical infrastructure, understanding their security challenges is essential for businesses, manufacturers, and consumers alike.
Recent stories highlight advancements and concerns in IoT security, including the development of trust frameworks for device attestation, emerging security solutions for network access control, and significant investments forecasted in cloud-based IoT security services. Articles also emphasize the complexity of securing diverse IoT environments, from smart homes to healthcare and industrial control systems.
Readers exploring this tag will learn about the latest technologies, partnerships, and strategies employed by leaders in the field to manage risks, enhance device visibility, and implement zero trust security models. Furthermore, insights into regulatory developments, the role of AI and blockchain, and response to new malware threats provide a comprehensive perspective on safeguarding IoT ecosystems.
For anyone interested in the intersection of connectivity and cybersecurity, this tag offers valuable information on how stakeholders are addressing the vulnerabilities and opportunities presented by the Internet of Things.
UK IoT Security News
Regional stories with direct local relevance
Most firms use IT tools for OT security, study finds
Yet only 15 per cent have deployed OT-specific visibility tools, even as cyber incidents have already disrupted critical systems for most respondents.
Hammer Distribution signs UK firewall deal with Stormshield
UK resellers gain access to a certified firewall range as Hammer broadens its security line-up with Stormshield’s hardware and virtual products.
UK cyber survey exposes gaps in basic security controls
Only 5% of businesses follow Cyber Essentials, leaving many firms exposed to breaches and looming reporting rules, experts warn.
Cambridge Wireless unveils 2026 conference on AI & security
More than 500 delegates will hear how AI, cyber threats and automation are reshaping the role of telecoms networks and infrastructure.
Reconeyez appoints Mark Williams as EMEA Sales Chief
The security technology group is betting on partner-led growth in EMEA as it broadens support for installers and integrators after joining VOSKER.
Cyber Scheme launches company accreditation programme
UK cyber security suppliers could gain access to regulated procurement frameworks under a new accreditation scheme based on staff competence.
Analyst Insights
Research and market analysis connected to IoT Security
Tenable launches OT discovery tool for exposure management
From vulnerability management to AI-powered exposure assessment: building a modern CTEM program
Gartner names Tenable the company to beat in AI exposure
DigiCert posts record ARR after Valimail acquisition
Nozomi named Leader in Gartner CPS security ranking
Featured News
Rockwell Automation brings SecureOT to industrial systems
Australian operators face rising cyber risk as Rockwell warns poor visibility and unmanaged remote access can disrupt safety-critical systems.
Milestone turns video data into AI-driven intelligence
Demand for real-time security insights is pushing airports and public spaces towards AI tools that can analyse hundreds of cameras at once.
Consolidation Wave Hits Infosec, Sparing CISOs From Tool Sprawl
Overwhelmed CISOs are driving a consolidation wave in cybersecurity, slashing tool sprawl to close security gaps and cut mounting costs.
Expert Columns
The Death of the Firewall
Re-thinking cyber security from prevention to operational resilience
Why a Paranoid Posture promises to revolutionise threat detection and response
Why businesses need wired, wireless, and power-over-ethernet (PoE) firewalls
Opinion: why women in tech Are redesigning safety - and what that means for us all
Enterprises urged to act now on post-quantum security
AI pushes dense, decentralised & sustainable data centres
SonicWall firewalls strengthen security for IoT era
Watch out for these eight trends to impact cybersecurity teams in 2026
Peering and SASE: How Europe is minimizing latency while maximizing security
Interviews
Interviews and video coverage from the network
Recent IoT Security News
Sitehop launches SAFEcore Edge for remote network security
Quantum fears are driving demand for hardware encryption at hard-to-secure remote sites, as Sitehop targets infrastructure, banks and government.
From vulnerability management to AI-powered exposure assessment: building a modern CTEM program
Security teams are turning to continuous, risk-based assessment as fragmented tools leave them unable to see which exposures matter most.
OT downtime costs firms up to GBP £5 million, survey finds
Operational technology outages are leaving most manufacturers and critical infrastructure firms facing losses of up to GBP £5 million, a survey found.
Logiq acquires Savient to expand South-West presence
The deal gives the cyber security consultancy more than 175 specialists and deeper access to regulated clients across south-west England.
UK manufacturers hit by cyber attacks, survey finds
Most incidents led to shutdowns, supply chain disruption or lost sales, with many firms still leaving cyber risk outside the boardroom.
Gartner names Tenable the company to beat in AI exposure
Gartner’s endorsement could boost Tenable’s pitch to security teams seeking better AI risk prioritisation and wider attack-surface visibility.
Re-thinking cyber security from prevention to operational resilience
As logins replace break‑ins, experts urge a shift from perimeter defence to operational cyber resilience grounded in identity security.
Why a Paranoid Posture promises to revolutionise threat detection and response
A paranoid posture and heavy automation promise to transform SOCs, cutting dwell times and exposing stealthy attacks at unprecedented scale.
Manchester City names N-able as official cyber partner
Manchester City appoints N-able as official cyber partner to safeguard its expanding digital operations and global fan data footprint.
UK Spring Statement: AI skills & cyber resilience focus
UK Spring Statement wins tech sector praise for stability, but experts warn growth hinges on real progress in AI skills and cyber resilience.
e2e-assure hires Ian Henderson to bolster OT security
e2e-assure brings in former BP OT cyber leader Ian Henderson to strengthen defences for critical infrastructure and industrial operators.
Energy boards warned of AI risks, gaps in oversight
Energy boards warned AI ambitions are racing ahead of software quality and security, leaving critical grids exposed and oversight lagging.
UK warned over growing cyber threat to key services
UK's cyber agency warns ageing infrastructure and SMEs face rising attack risk, urging urgent resilience upgrades and stronger regulation.
Vizst named Gigamon's EMEA Partner of the Year 2025
Gigamon has named Vizst its 2025 EMEA Partner of the Year, underscoring a deeper channel push around deep observability and cloud security.
ANYbotics gains ISO 27001 for industrial robot security
ANYbotics becomes first four-legged robot maker with ISO 27001, easing security reviews for scaling autonomous industrial inspections.
DigiCert appoints Christian Stanford to lead EMEA partners
DigiCert hires Christian Stanford as EMEA Partner Chief, sharpening channel strategy amid rising digital trust and compliance demands.
New ENCS-DIVD pact targets energy cyber weaknesses
ENCS and DIVD have agreed a new cyber pact to uncover and disclose vulnerabilities in Europe's high-impact energy and critical systems.
Aliter unites trio as Serbus to drive UK security push
Aliter folds three tech firms into Serbus to target UK critical infrastructure security, eyeing GBP £75m revenue within two years.
e2e-assure launches unified OT cyber monitoring in UK
e2e-assure rolls out 24/7 unified OT cyber monitoring in the UK, partnering with EmberOT and Trinity OT Security amid rising attacks.
E2e-assure sees surge in UK-sovereign OT security demand
E2e-assure reports rising UK-sovereign OT security demand, adding 18 customers and multi-million revenue as regulation and risk intensify.
