Beyond Automation: Exposing the Security Gaps in Industrial Autonomy

In today’s fast-moving industrial IoT (IioT)  landscape, embedding AI-powered decision-making into operational technology system has fostered a sense of greater control, quicker response times, and improved predictive capabilities. However, this perception of control can, in reality, be a potentially dangerous illusion.

India’s industrial IoT market is experiencing rapid growth, reaching USD 9.40 billion in 2024 and projected to grow at a CAGR of 12.9% to USD 28.15 billion by 2033, driven by the increasing adoption of cloud computing, digital twins, robotics, and blockchain technology

Autonomous systems are now responsible for critical infrastructure: smart grids, manufacturing lines and water treatment facilities, all relying on interconnected sensors and AI for autonomous decision-making. But as the layers of automation deepen, so too does the complexity, making it increasingly difficult to understand or audit decisions made by machines. The Indian government’s Digital India and Make in India initiatives ...