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Clear allJul 24, 2026 · 9 min
The Split Brain: What It Takes to Run Industrial Edge Applications
Industrial edge applications bridge cloud systems and plant-floor machinery that can't always stay connected. Here's how six Zero Trust-aligned services, identity, nodes, networks, workloads, data, and observability, keep both halves secure and running independently.
EngineeringEdge ComputingCybersecurityFeb 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.
CybersecurityComplianceSep 1, 2023 · 11 min
Edge AI: Paving the path forward
This article features the CTO of Helin discussing the transformative potential of Edge AI, driven by hardware evolution and open-source advancements. It highlights Edge AI's advantages like low latency and efficient bandwidth, particularly for industrial applications, where it enhances safety and operational efficiency.
Edge ComputingVision AICybersecurity