Uploaded April 2026 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
The S4 and OT security community focus on US and European regulation. NERC CIP, EPA, CRA, NIS2, ... It's a big world and sometimes the emerging markets are choosing a different path.
Sheila explores the policy approaches of select, influential emerging markets —including Brazil, India, Saudi Arabia, and Indonesia — toward securing their critical infrastructure, with a particular focus on the electricity and telecommunications sectors.
These sectors form the backbone of modern economies, yet the regulatory frameworks that govern their protection vary widely and often diverge from models in advanced markets such as the United States, the European Union, Australia, and Singapore. Understanding these variations is critical for OT defenders and multinational companies operating across or with an interest in diverse jurisdictions.
The S4 and OT security community focus on US and European regulation. NERC CIP, EPA, CRA, NIS2, ... It's a big world and sometimes the emerging markets are choosing a different path.
Sheila explores the policy approaches of select, influential emerging markets —including Brazil, India, Saudi Arabia, and Indonesia — toward securing their critical infrastructure, with a particular focus on the electricity and telecommunications sectors.
These sectors form the backbone of modern economies, yet the regulatory frameworks that govern their protection vary widely and often diverge from models in advanced markets such as the United States, the European Union, Australia, and Singapore. Understanding these variations is critical for OT defenders and multinational companies operating across or with an interest in diverse jurisdictions.
