CEA-Leti and Soitec Collaborate to Enhance IC Security via FD-SOI

CEA-Leti and Soitec have announced a partnership focused on improving the cybersecurity of integrated circuits (ICs) using fully depleted silicon-on-insulator (FD-SOI) technologies. This initiative targets critical sectors such as automotive, industrial IoT, and secure infrastructure. The collaboration leverages GlobalFoundries' chip manufacturing to meet the growing demand for secure components capable of resisting physical tampering and attacks. Key objectives include highlighting FD-SOI's cybersecurity strengths and co-developing innovations to boost physical robustness.

FD-SOI's advantages, such as resistance to physical attacks and power-performance optimization, are vital for applications like automotive ECUs and industrial sensors. The project also envisions long-term innovations to enhance protection against physical attacks and integrate anti-tamper features. CEA-Leti CTO Jean-René Lequepeys emphasizes the need for embedded hardware that combines trust and efficiency, while Soitec's CTO Christophe Maleville highlights the strategic importance of positioning FD-SOI as a leading platform for secure electronics.