A chip to protect the internet of things [Resources_Beyond the datasheet]
Stephen Cass · IEEE Spectrum · 2017
The Internet of Things offers the promise of all sorts of nifty gadgets, but each connected device is also a tempting target for hackers. As recent cybersecurity incidents have shown, IoT devices can be harnessed to wreak havoc or compromise the privacy of their owners. So Microchip Technology and Amazon.com have collaborated to create an add-on chip that's designed to make it easier to combat certain types of attack - and, of course, encourage developers to use Amazon's cloud-based infrastructure for the Internet of Things.