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News Release from: ARM | Subject: Secure Flash controller
Edited by the Electronicstalk Editorial
Team on 17 June 2005
Cores take control of Flash memory
security
Discretix and ARM have collaborated to offer an integrated secure Flash controller solution optimised for the rapidly growing removable and embedded Flash-based memory markets.
Discretix and ARM have collaborated to offer an integrated secure Flash controller solution optimised for the rapidly growing removable and embedded Flash-based memory markets Based on the integration of the industry-leading ARM7TDMI embedded processor, or the ARM SecurCore family of processors, with the Discretix CryptoFlash security solution, this combination delivers a complete, robust, scalable and easily-deployed secure Flash controller to the storage and mobile device industries
This article was originally published on Electronicstalk on 8 Nov 2004 at 8.00am (UK)
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Hardware-based security is the only way to address the stringent performance, security requirements and power limitations, while meeting the bill-of-material expectations of the device manufacturers.
Commenting on the combined solution, Bruce Beckloff, Director of Segment Marketing, ARM said: "Discretix has captured a leading position in the market for secure Flash controllers, and has established a reputation of market leadership in the area of embedded security".
"Combining an ARM7TDMI processor, or the SecurCore family, with the CryptoFlash engine has produced an optimised solution for the high-end embedded and removable Flash memory markets".
"Device and controller manufacturers now have access to a complete, scalable and pre-integrated solution for a fast time to market".
"This partnership with ARM marks an important milestone in the development of the secure Flash controller market", said Edo Ganot, EVP Sales and Business Development, Discretix.
"Vendors can now get a proven solution that addresses the need for high-end performance and robust security".
"This partnership enables the industry to benefit from the combined expertise of two industry leaders".
Any ARM processor can be used with CryptoFlash technology to provide the performance and size scalability required by products that range from simple low-cost Flash controllers to those needing high performance and multifunction support such as media players.
The new ARM Cortex-M3 processor is an ideal solution for future integration where higher performance is needed as well as a small footprint.
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