Trusted Microelectronics—More Security, Integrity, and Authenticity
Learn more about the focus topic “Trusted Microelectronics.” Where and through which technologies can protection and reliability in electronics be enhanced?
The Focus Topic: Trusted Microelectronics
Discover how electronic hardware can remain reliably protected even in times of increasing globalization and complex supply chains, thanks to Trusted Microelectronics.
What does Trusted Microelectronics mean for innovation?
Trusted Microelectronics is a fundamental building block for secure and sustainable digital infrastructures. It ensures the security and integrity of semiconductor products in critical applications, enabling technological sovereignty and resilience.
It creates a protected development environment that supports security-critical innovations and flexible architectures, while minimizing the risk of defects and manipulation. Key application areas include:
- Medical technology
- Critical infrastructure (energy, transport, telecommunications)
- Automotive sector
- Financial systems
- Public administrations
- Aerospace and defense
Why is Trusted Microelectronics especially important right now?
- National Security: In a geopolitically complex world, Trusted Microelectronics protects essential defense and security applications.
- Current Legislation: The EU Chips Act and similar initiatives in the United States, Japan, and South Korea reflect how secure, resilient, and sustainable semiconductors are seen as strategic assets.
- Competitiveness: Trusted products are crucial for the global competitiveness of companies and nations.
- Reliable Supply Chains: Supply chain transparency and traceability are essential to prevent tampering and reduce risks.
- Protection of Developments: Innovative security features make reverse engineering harder and protect intellectual property.
- Independence: Open standards like the RISC-V instruction set architecture enable autonomous chip development and production, while reducing licensing dependencies.
- Innovation Enabler: Trusted Microelectronics provides a secure foundation for emerging technologies like IoT and AI.
What are the challenges in Trusted Microelectronics?
- Reverse engineering and IP protection must constantly evolve. Dynamic strategies like “Security by Design” are essential.
- Integrating heterogeneous components and using chiplets may lead to unexpected interactions and new vulnerabilities.
- A lack of unified standards for trusted microelectronics hinders interoperability and security.
- Regulatory requirements such as the EU Chips Act demand major adjustments in development and production processes.
- Resource shortages may affect the production of trusted products and hamper innovation.
- The shortage of skilled professionals slows the development and rollout of secure microelectronics solutions.
- Frequent security incidents are eroding consumer trust in digital products.
The Trade Fair Program on the Focus Topic of Trusted Microelectronics
The forces driving the Trusted Microelectronics sector are also highlighted in productronica’s high-caliber supporting program – focusing on knowledge transfer and professional exchange.
Which companies will present their Trusted Microelectronics solutions?
At productronica 2025, numerous companies will showcase their innovations in trusted microelectronics, including:
- Semiconductor manufacturers: Developers and producers of complex semiconductors and chips
- Security solution providers: Specialists in hardware/software, encryption, and authentication technologies
- Test and inspection equipment manufacturers: Experts in quality and safety assurance for microelectronic products
- Design software providers: For designing integrated circuits and electronic components
- Consulting firms: Specialized in security, compliance, and risk management in the context of microelectronics
Which forums are dedicated specifically to this topic?
productronica 2025 will feature four forums with top-tier speakers, inspiring workshops, and valuable discussions—also focusing on Trusted Microelectronics.
Exhibitors on the Focus Topic of Trusted Microelectronics
Renowned exhibitors will present the latest developments, solutions, products, and services in the field of Trusted Microelectronics. See which established industry leaders and up-and-coming startups will be attending productronica 2025 in the exhibitor directory, updated daily.