Hyundai Motor and Kia Spearhead Cross-border Cybersecurity Initiative with Trilateral Executive Dialogue Partners

• Hyundai Motor and Kia to drive private sector-led cybersecurity cooperation among companies in Korea, the U.S. and Japan
• Inaugural seminar focuses on sharing latest security trends and response strategies for the AI era
• Working group targets to build a practical, collaborative defense framework against global cyber threats

SEOUL, June 24, 2026 - Hyundai Motor Company and Kia Corporation today announced the establishment of a new cybersecurity working group within the Korea-U.S.-Japan Trilateral Executive Dialogue (TED), strengthening private sector-led collaboration against escalating cyber threats.

Hyundai Motor and Kia led the creation of the cybersecurity working group-TED's first topic-specific subgroup. They marked the launch by hosting the working group's inaugural seminar at their headquarters in Seoul, uniting members against escalating digital threats.

The TED is a policy seminar that brings together key government and business leaders from Korea, the U.S. and Japan. Its mission is to explore diverse opportunities for democratic and shared prosperity, engaging in deep discussions on expanding mutual interests in areas such as economic development and national security.

"As global supply chain connectivity deepens, a response to cybersecurity threats that transcends borders is no longer optional, but essential. We have high expectations that this working group will help establish a practical and effective security cooperation system." - Kichang Yang, Senior Vice President and Head of HMG Security Center at Hyundai Motor Group

Why Is a Cross-Border Cybersecurity Alliance Needed?

As the lines between virtual and physical spaces blur and technologies like artificial intelligence (AI) and Internet of Things (IoT) become widely adopted, cyberattacks are growing in frequency and sophistication. The increasing connectivity of global supply chains means that a single breach can cause cascading damage across multiple companies and industries.

In response to this escalating threat, Hyundai Motor and Kia, both TED member companies, plan to facilitate regular seminars through the working group. These sessions will provide a platform for TED member companies from various nations and industries to share the latest security trends, operational experience and best practices, enabling a powerful joint response to global cyber threats.

What Was the Focus of the First Seminar?

The inaugural seminar, held under the theme "Security Response Strategies in the AI Era," focused on critical cybersecurity challenges in the rapidly evolving digital landscape. Participants from working group member companies and leading university faculty examined three core areas including emerging hacking threats in automotive, robotics, and smart factory systems. The event also featured panel discussions combining case studies and strategic insights to address the security complexities of the AI era.

Hyundai Motor and Kia have been dedicated sponsors of the TED since 2023, supporting efforts to strengthen the strategic partnership between the three nations and foster a future-oriented relationship.