Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)
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An industrial control device used to monitor inputs and control equipment in operational technology systems.
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Placed in Assess: 2 article(s) of evidence from 1 source(s), led by regulatory news, with 0 in the last 30 days. Confidence 33%.
Evidence (2)
- 8Hacker News·8/7/2026securityEx-NSA chief says water controllers should stay off the internet
Retired NSA chief Paul Nakasone said water system programmable logic controllers (PLCs) should not be connected to the internet, following suspected attacks on US water facilities linked to Iran. He argued that the sector needs stronger cyber defenses, broader partnerships, and better protection for a highly distributed and under-resourced attack surface.
- 5Hacker News·7/16/2026regulationBluesky Acquires AT Protocol Trademark Rights
Bluesky has acquired the trademark rights for “AT Protocol” and related variants to prevent third parties from blocking use of the term by the protocol community. The company says the move is defensive, meant to protect developers and ecosystem participants while keeping everyday descriptive use free, with ownership planned to move later to an independent governance body.