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Keysight Device Security Workshop 2025: A 9-City Global Recap

From April to September 2025, the Keysight Device Security team hosted the Device Security Workshop series, connecting with hundreds of embedded security professionals across nine cities and three continents.

Each event delivered more than presentations: participants gained hands-on experience with cutting-edge testing tools, deep technical insights from industry experts, and opportunities to collaborate with peers from around the world.

A Global Tour of Innovation and Collaboration

This year’s series took us to:

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Arlington, VA, USA – April 7 & 8
Toronto, Canada – April 10
Seoul, South Korea – April 22
Bengaluru, India – April 24 & 25
San Diego, CA, USA – May 13 & 14
Shanghai, China – June 4
Tokyo, Japan – June 6
Delft, Netherlands – June 30 – July 3
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia – September 19

Each stop offered a unique format, ranging from standalone workshops to full-day training sessions and, in Delft, an advanced multi-day training program. Regardless of format, every event was united by a common goal: to advance embedded device security and foster meaningful connections between experts, clients, and enthusiasts.

What brought participants together was the opportunity for hands-on experience with cutting-edge security testing tools, insights from leading industry experts and researchers, valuable networking with peers from diverse industries, and deep technical dives into Keysight's Inspector toolset and advanced testing solutions.

Key Topics That Shaped Our Discussions

Our sessions addressed the most critical challenges in embedded security: post-quantum cryptography preparation, AI-driven security testing methodologies, advanced fault injection and side-channel analysis techniques, and the introduction of the Next-Generation Embedded Security Testbench.

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The highlight of every stop was the debut of the DS1050A Next Generation Embedded Security Testbench. Built on a scalable PXI platform, it impressed attendees with faster, more precise testing and seamless integration into existing workflows. The live demos showcased how it boosts both efficiency and flexibility, making it easier than ever to test against evolving security threats.

CHES 2025: Solving the Scale Challenge with DS1050A

Our participation in CHES 2025 provided the perfect opportunity to showcase the true capabilities of our PXI-based next-generation testbench. Many researchers share a common challenge: their side-channel analyses often stop at around one million traces, primarily due to the limitations of entry-level tools. From our extensive Common Criteria certification projects, we understand that 500 million traces or more are frequently required, a process that previously took weeks to complete. With the DS1050A Next Generation Embedded Security Testbench, we can now capture millions of traces per second, reducing acquisition time to days or even minutes. This breakthrough not only accelerates certification testing but also opens new possibilities for advancing evaluations of post-quantum cryptography implementations and beyond.

A Global Community of Security Experts

What truly made the series stand out was the audience. Representatives from semiconductor leaders, specialized test labs, and top research institutes all came together, sparking conversations that will shape the next wave of security standards and solutions.

As Marc Witteman, Technical Lead at Keysight Device Security, observed during our San Diego workshop:

"Seeing representatives from so many leading technology companies in one room was truly remarkable. It demonstrates not only the growing importance of embedded security but also Keysight's unique position as a trusted advisor in this rapidly evolving space."

Looking Ahead

The 2025 series brought together security experts from semiconductors, test labs, and research institutes, creating momentum that will shape future device security. The introduction of the DS1050A Next-Generation Embedded Security Testbench and the lively discussions around post-quantum cryptography, AI-driven testing, and advanced fault injection set the stage for what’s next.

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