Key Takeaways

### Meeting Notes Summary: Samsung’s TÜV Nord IoT Security Certification

**Key Developments:**
1. **Certification Acquisition**: Samsung Electronics has received its first TÜV Nord IoT security certification for two series of robot vacuum cleaners (Bespoke AI Jet Bot Steam and Bespoke Jet Bot Combo) and Bespoke AI Refrigerators.

2. **Significance**: This certification emphasizes Samsung’s commitment to data security and positions the company as a leader in smart home technology.

3. **Security Features**: Samsung’s devices utilize the Knox security platform, which includes:
– Verification of unauthorized firmware modifications.
– Encrypted monitoring video footage and user commands.
– Integration of Knox Matrix and Knox Vault for enhanced user data protection.

**TÜV Nord Certification Standards**:
– Based on ETSI EN 303 645, focusing on security and privacy requirements for consumer IoT devices throughout their lifecycle.
– Key criteria for certification include:
– Data encryption
– Authentication and access control
– Secure software updates
– Personal data protection
– Vulnerability management

**Market Context**:
– The European market is tightening security regulations, which reinforces the importance of TÜV Nord certification as a step towards compliance with the Cyber Resilience Act (CRA).

**Product Launch & Availability**:
– Bespoke AI Jet Bot Steam will be unveiled at IFA 2025 in September.
– Bespoke Jet Bot Combo and Bespoke AI Refrigerators are being rolled out in select markets, including Australia.

**Next Steps**:
– Monitoring product availability and updates on the rollout in various regions, particularly in Australia.
– Continuing to enhance security technologies in Samsung’s home appliances.

**Action Items**:
– Follow up on local availability confirmations from Samsung Australia regarding the new products.
– Stay informed about upcoming regulatory changes that may affect product compliance in the smart home sector.

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Summary of Samsung Digital Appliances Earns Its First TÜV Nord IoT Security Certification

 

Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. has announced that two series of robot vacuum cleaners, the Bespoke AI Jet Bot Steam[1] and the Bespoke Jet Bot Combo,[2] in addition to Bespoke AI Refrigerators[3] have received IoT security certification from TÜV Nord, a global certification organisation based in Germany.

 

This marks the first time Samsung’s digital appliances have received TÜV Nord security certification, further underscoring the company’s leadership in both home appliance technology and data security.

 

“As the global focus on smart home security intensifies, Samsung continues to deliver robust protection through our Knox security platform,” said Jeong Seung Moon, Executive Vice President and Head of the R&D Team for Digital Appliances Business at Samsung Electronics. “This certification validates the strength of our security technologies, and we will continue to enhance differentiated protection to safeguard customer data.”

 

TÜV Nord is a globally renowned institution, acknowledged as an IECEE-accredited National Certification Body. The certification is based on the ETSI EN 303 645 standard, established by the European Telecommunications Standards Institute (ETSI), which defines security and privacy requirements across the lifecycle of consumer IoT devices — from design and development to distribution and operation. Key criteria include data encryption, authentication and access control, secure software updates, personal data protection and vulnerability management.

 

The European market is already tightening security requirements with updates to the Radio Equipment Directive (RED) and upcoming implementation of the Cyber Resilience Act (CRA). Against this backdrop, TÜV Nord certification demonstrates Samsung’s readiness to meet evolving international standards and its commitment to protecting users in connected environments.

 

Samsung continues to strengthen its home appliances with a wide range of Knox security technologies that safeguard user data through multiple layers of protection. These include the verification of unauthorised firmware modifications when the device is turned on. Additionally, all monitoring video footage and user commands from the Bespoke AI Jet Bot Steam and the Bespoke Jet Bot Combo are encrypted and only decrypted at their intended destination.[4]

 

Bespoke AI Refrigerators launched in 2025[5] further enhance security capabilities by integrating Knox Matrix and Knox Vault. Knox Matrix enables mutual security checks between devices, helping ensure users are promptly alerted in the event of data theft risks. Additionally, Knox Vault helps secure sensitive personal information, such as passwords, by processing and storing it on a dedicated hardware subsystem.

 

The Bespoke AI Jet Bot Steam will be unveiled at IFA 2025 in September[6]. The Bespoke Jet Bot Combo and Bespoke AI Refrigerators already being rolled out in select markets globally, including Australia.

 

[1] Samsung Australia is yet to confirm the availability of this product. Only includes the VR90F*****, VR80F*****, and VR7MD9771** models of Samsung Bespoke AI Jet Bot Steam. Tested independently by TÜV NORD in accordance with ETSI EN 303-645:2020. Test Report No. 3540 2897, expiry 16 July 2030.

[2] Only includes the VR7MD96****/** model of Samsung Bespoke Jet Bot Combo. Tested independently by TÜV NORD in accordance with ETSI EN 303-645:2020. Test Report No. 3540 2898, expiry 16 July 2030.

[3] Only includes the RM90F**B***, RF90F**A***, and RF90F**E*** models of Samsung 2025 Family Hub refrigerators, RM90F**C**, RM90F**D**, RM90F**E**, RM90F**X*, and RF90F**B*** models of Samsung AI Home refrigerators, and RF**DB99***, RF**DB95***, and RF**DG9H*** models of Samsung 2024 Family Hub refrigerators. Tested independently by TÜV NORD in accordance with ETSI EN 303-645:2020. Test Report No. 3539 5526, expiry 29 April 2028.

[4] Available on Samsung devices running Android 11 or later, and may not work on some devices.

[5] Models include SRS6500BA, SRS6800BFH, SRF9900BFH

[6] Samsung Australia is yet to confirm local availability.

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