FAITH Drives Taiwan's Smart Car Revolution

In recent years, the automotive industry has been increasingly shaped by the trends of Connected, Autonomous, Shared, and Electric (CASE) vehicles, with security and intelligent vehicle development becoming critical focal points. In response to these industry shifts, the Institute for Information Industry (III) has established the Formosa Automobility Intelligence Trustworthy Hub (FAITH).

FAITH, supported by over 40 industry and academic experts—including those from the Taiwan Electrical and Electronic Manufacturers' Association (TEEMA) Electric Vehicle Committee, Taiwan Telematics Industry Association (TTIA), Taiwan Advanced Automotive Technology Development Association (TADA), and Taiwan Electric Vehicle Industry Alliance—aims to deliver comprehensive smart vehicle software safety assessments. The initiative seeks to build a robust smart vehicle ecosystem in Taiwan that aligns with international standards, driving the nation's industrial development forward.

Dr. CH Cho, President of III, emphasized the growing application of AI, sensors, and intelligent information and communication technologies in the automotive sector. As vehicles increasingly rely on these advanced systems, there is a pressing need to not only comply with international automotive regulations but also to optimize regional assessments that ensure the reliability and safety of mobile products. To address these needs, FAITH was founded by III’s Software Technology Institute, leveraging years of expertise in information and communication technologies. This includes the development of the Formosa dataset, the world’s first 5G satellite-based private network system, a disaster prevention and relief firmware network system, and a security assessment framework that adheres to international standards.

FAITH aims to create, through an independent third-party organization, the necessary assessment mechanisms and scenarios for "AI awareness," "firmware communication," and "information security." These frameworks will serve as a foundational element in developing future mobile security environments, addressing critical gaps in industry standards, regulatory demands, security services, and technical consulting.

Dr. Henry Meng, Senior Vice President and Director General of III's Software Technology Institute, highlighted that FAITH evaluates vehicle AI recognition performance, data leakage risks, and firmware communication mechanisms, as well as information security and threat resistance. These three key indicators are applied across the entire industry chain, from chips and modules to systems, Tier 1 suppliers, and automotive manufacturers. This comprehensive approach will enhance mobile AI sensing capabilities, reduce security vulnerabilities in vehicle and drone networks, and effectively counter international cybersecurity threats, positioning Taiwan's intelligent vehicle industry for a prosperous future.