The Federal Communications Commission announced Monday that California-based ioXt Alliance will be the lead administrator for its cybersecurity labeling program after the prior administrator pulled out of the initiative amid an investigation into its China ties.
The program, called the Cyber Trust Mark, was launched during the Biden administration and is designed to certify consumer smart devices with a label that deems them cybersecure.
The ioXt Alliance is a standards and certifications body for internet-of-things devices like remote thermostats, fitness trackers and connected cars.
“ioXt is an independent, U.S.-based non-profit organization, whose focus is on improving the security, privacy, and transparency of IoT products,” the FCC said in a statement announcing the decision.
UL Solutions, the prior Cyber Trust Mark lead, withdrew in December after FCC Chairman Brendan Carr launched a national security review earlier that year into its alleged ties to China, including the presence of technology testing locations in China’s borders.
“We are honored to be selected as a Cyber Labeling Authority for this transformative program,” Gary Jabara, CEO and Founder of ioXt Alliance said. “This recognition aligns with our mission to drive IoT security forward, and we are committed to collaborating with the FCC, UL Solutions, and industry stakeholders to make this program a success.”
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