Global embedded security market in terms of revenue was estimated to be worth USD 6.8 billion in 2022 and is poised to reach USD 9.0 billion by 2027, growing at a CAGR of 5.9% from 2022 to 2027. The new research study consists of an industry trend analysis of the market.


Factors such as the growing demand for Internet of Things (IoT) applications and the inclusion of payments functionality in wearables devices are driving the growth of the embedded security market during the forecast period.


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Driver: Inclusion of payments functionality in wearables


Wearable technology is evolving and developing, with everything from clothing to smart glasses to jewelry to virtual reality (VR) tools (such as the Oculus Rift) being a part of it. Smart wearable technology is being employed in a variety of applications, including fitness tracking, navigation, and health monitoring. To avoid misuse, several of these apps, such as payments and smart home control, require user authorization. Embedded security solution companies are releasing new embedded security solutions to meet this niche market. For instance, STMicroelectronics (Switzerland) offers secure wearable solutions for a variety of applications, including payment, transportation, and contactless transactions. Axis Bank and Thales Group collaborated to launch "Wear N Pay," a range of contactless payment devices.


Restraint: Susceptibility of embedded systems to cyber-threats and security breaches


One of the main issues hindering the market growth of the embedded security industry is the security of embedded devices. Military forces, banks, data centers, and healthcare institutions may utilize information stored in embedded devices such as memory. As a result, protecting such devices against cyber-attacks and data breaches is critical. Because of irregular security upgrades, a long device lifecycle, remote deployment, and attack replication, embedded systems are vulnerable to cyberattacks. As a result, the embedded security market growth is expected to be hampered by its susceptibility to cyber-attacks and security breaches.


Opportunity: Growing Integration of embedded security in electric vehicles


Many innovations in the automobile sector are currently dependent on software and electronics, and IT is likely to contribute to a large percentage of the production cost. The EV market is expanding rapidly because it offers advantages over other types of vehicles. However, from the standpoint of charging infrastructure, EV charging is considerably more than a one-step, plug-and-go procedure. To ensure that every EV on the grid receives the necessary quantity of energy and electrical flow, a significant amount of communication must take place between the car, the charging point, and the utility supplier. Financial transactions and personal data should be managed responsibly and securely in some circumstances, particularly where remote EV charging is given for a fee.


Challenge: Shortage in supply of semiconductors


Semiconductors are a major component of embedded systems. The global supply chain was disrupted as a result of the 'trade war' between the United States and China. Tariffs and restrictions were placed by the two countries on each other, causing demand and supply disruptions. Supply chain disruptions have impacted multiple industries, resulting in a semiconductor shortage. The COVID-19 outbreak also wreaked havoc on the semiconductor supply chain. China is a major supplier of semiconductors; delays in supply due to the aforementioned factors have hampered the development of embedded systems.