IoT information security needs attention

Responding to some of the points raised, Gong Zhi, vice-president of Nsfocus Information Technology Co, suggested that more should be done to train industry professionals, not just in the IoT industry, but throughout the whole spectrum of industries impacted by internet risks and network security.

"We have reached partnerships with more than 20 universities across the country to jointly build laboratories for IoT research and development, as well as a foundation to support university cyberspace security projects," said Gong.

The forum, which has been held for the past three years, aims to serve as a talking shop for industry experts and academic researchers to share know-how and the latest developments and technologies in network security.

Over 1,000 leading industry figures from China and abroad attended this year's event.