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Clear allOct 1, 2026 · 6 min
Industrial edge computing: what it is and how it works on real assets
Industrial edge computing runs software on hardware at the asset, so control decisions execute in under 100ms with no internet connection and data stays on site. How the three layers work, the four problems it solves, and where it runs today.
Edge ComputingComplianceOct 1, 2026 · 3 min
Edge computing in manufacturing: how distributed production facilities use local processing
Multi-site manufacturers run different machines, protocols and teams at every plant. How a governed edge deployment model works, what the Cyber Resilience Act changes, and when edge computing makes sense.
ManufacturingEdge ComputingComplianceFeb 4, 2026 · 6 min
Cybersecurity for Renewable Energy: risks, regulations, and 5 practical steps
In 2026, cyber threats are a core operational risk for renewable asset owners and operators. Why renewable assets are vulnerable, what NIS2 and the Cyber Resilience Act mean for you, and five practical steps to strengthen your defenses — from password hygiene to a rehearsed incident response plan.
Renewable EnergyCybersecurityComplianceDec 1, 2025 · 5 min
Removing hidden kill switches in your renewable energy portfolio
Hidden remote-access features, unmonitored firmware updates and fragmented vendor ecosystems can turn a solar or wind portfolio into a cybersecurity minefield. How NIS2 and the CRA change operator responsibility, and how Helin's one box approach restores control, visibility and compliance.
Renewable EnergyCybersecurityComplianceEdge ComputingOct 23, 2024 · 7 min
8 tips: improving the cyber resilience of your renewable energy business
The NIS2 Directive, transposed into EU national laws, significantly impacts the renewable energy sector, mandating improved cybersecurity measures against rising cyber threats. Many companies currently neglect basic practices, leading to vulnerabilities, exacerbated by a severe shortage of cybersecurity experts.
ComplianceCybersecurityOct 15, 2024 · 8 min
Solar cybersecurity vulnerabilities: 6 ways in which hackers target solar installations
Solar installations face significant cybersecurity risks, exemplified by a 2022 hack in the Netherlands where a hacker accessed private data and manipulated inverter firmware. This vulnerability is growing as the solar energy sector booms, prompting new EU directives like NIS2, yet the industry faces a severe shortage of cybersecurity specialists.
CybersecurityComplianceJul 12, 2023 · 2 min
Harnessing the power of data: Top 5 monitoring use cases
Helin's SaaS product, the Helin Platform, manages edge devices on industrial assets to boost efficiency, safety, and sustainability, particularly in marine and energy sectors. The article outlines five key monitoring use cases for businesses, including ESG, operational excellence, and condition monitoring.
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