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Revolutionizing Security and Privacy at the Connected Intelligent Edge Using 5G

The advent of 5G technology is revolutionizing the connected intelligent edge, driving digital transformation across various industries. As the number of connected smart devices continues to grow, so does the need for a robust and agile platform that ensures security and privacy at scale.

In a blog post last year, Qualcomm talked about how 5G, with its advanced security features, is meeting these demands by providing end-to-end system security. This includes identity privacy protection, enhanced authentication mechanisms, and service-based interface security, all designed to protect diverse deployments beyond mobile broadband, such as IoT and private networks.

A key aspect of 5G's security framework is the adoption of a zero-trust security model, which operates on the principle that no user or network function can be trusted without verification. This model shifts the focus from network perimeter security to protecting resources like data and applications through strong authentication and fine-grained authorization. The service-based architecture (SBA) of 5G facilitates this zero-trust approach, ensuring mutual authentication, encryption, and integrity checks across the network. Additionally, initiatives like open RAN (O-RAN) enhance security agility and resiliency by disaggregating and virtualizing network architectures.

Looking ahead, 5G continues to evolve with the introduction of 5G Advanced, which brings new security and privacy enhancements. Future releases will further extend zero-trust principles and improve end-to-end security for emerging technologies such as AI/ML and quantum computing. Qualcomm's research is already driving advanced cryptography standards for the quantum era, ensuring that 5G remains a robust and flexible platform capable of supporting the mass deployment of protected 5G experiences and new use cases.

Qualcomm also hosted a webinar in conjunction with Light Reading, the recording of which is available here and slides are available here.

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