CES 2019: BlackBerry aims to make IoT devices more secure

LAS VEGAS – BlackBerry wants to make connected devices more secure by licensing its software to manufacturers of connected devices such as fitness trackers and smart speakers.On Monday, the company announced three new BlackBerry Secure feature packs for IoT device manufacturers to securely build smart products without having to develop the technology and deep cybersecurity expertise internally.BlackBerry added that its cybersecurity experts will review the devices to ensure that they have been developed to its standards before deeming it BlackBerry Secure, what it describes as "a recognized symbol of data security and trust."Alex Thurber, BlackBerry’s SVP and GM of mobility...