STMicroelectronics joins FiRa board, strengthening commitment to UWB ecosystem and automotive Digital Key adoption
STMicroelectronics (NYSE: STM) has strengthened its commitment to Ultra-Wideband (UWB) technology by joining the FiRa Consortium's board of directors. Rias Al-Kadi, General Manager of ST's Range and Connectivity Division, will represent the company on the board.
ST is actively involved in developing the IEEE 802.15.4ab amendment for UWB technology, which aims to improve system performance with centimeter-level accuracy, enhanced security, and reduced power consumption. The company's participation focuses on advancing the Connected Car Consortium (CCC) Digital Key ecosystem and expanding UWB applications in consumer and automotive markets.
The technology's applications include automotive access, digital keys, smart home automation, and IoT innovations, with particular emphasis on improving vehicle access systems and reducing implementation costs.
STMicroelectronics (NYSE: STM) ha rafforzato il proprio impegno per la tecnologia Ultra-Wideband (UWB) entrando nel consiglio di amministrazione del FiRa Consortium. Rias Al-Kadi, General Manager della Divisione Range and Connectivity, rappresenterà l’azienda nel board.
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Le applicazioni includono accesso automobilistico, chiavi digitali, domotica e IoT, con particolare attenzione al miglioramento dei sistemi di accesso ai veicoli e alla riduzione dei costi di implementazione.
STMicroelectronics (NYSE: STM) ha reforzado su compromiso con la tecnología Ultra-Wideband (UWB) al unirse a la junta directiva del FiRa Consortium. Rias Al-Kadi, Director General de la División Range and Connectivity, representará a la empresa en la junta.
ST participa activamente en el desarrollo de la enmienda IEEE 802.15.4ab para la tecnología UWB, que busca mejorar el rendimiento del sistema con precisión de centímetros, mayor seguridad y menor consumo de energía. Su participación se centra en impulsar el ecosistema Digital Key del Connected Car Consortium (CCC) y en ampliar las aplicaciones de UWB en los mercados de consumo y automotriz.
Entre las aplicaciones se encuentran el acceso vehicular, llaves digitales, domótica e IoT, con especial énfasis en mejorar los sistemas de acceso a vehículos y reducir los costos de implementación.
STMicroelectronics (NYSE: STM)는 FiRa Consortium 이사회에 합류하며 Ultra-Wideband(UWB) 기술에 대한 약속을 강화했습니다. Rias Al-Kadi, ST의 Range and Connectivity Division 총괄은 회사의 이사회 대표로 활동합니다.
ST는 UWB 기술을 위한 IEEE 802.15.4ab 개정안 개발에 적극 관여하고 있으며, 이는 센티미터 수준의 정확도, 향상된 보안 및 감소된 전력 소모를 목표로 시스템 성능을 향상시키려는 것입니다. 이 참여는 Connected Car Consortium(CCC) Digital Key 생태계의 발전과 가전 및 자동차 시장에서 UWB 응용을 확장하는 데 중점을 둡니다.
이 기술의 응용 분야로는 자동차 접근, 디지털 키, 스마트 홈 자동화, IoT 혁신 등이 있으며, 특히 차량 접근 시스템 개선과 구현 비용 감소에 중점을 두습니다.
STMicroelectronics (NYSE: STM) renforce son engagement pour la technologie Ultra-Wideband (UWB) en rejoignant le conseil d’administration du FiRa Consortium. Rias Al-Kadi, Directeur Général de la division Range and Connectivity, représentera l’entreprise au conseil.
ST participe activement au développement de l’amendement IEEE 802.15.4ab pour l’UWB, visant à améliorer les performances du système avec une précision au centimètre, une sécurité renforcée et une consommation d’énergie réduite. Sa participation se concentre sur l’avancement de l’écosystème Digital Key du Connected Car Consortium (CCC) et sur l’expansion des applications UWB sur les marchés grand public et automobile.
Les applications comprennent l’accès automobile, les clés numériques, la domotique et l’IoT, avec un accent particulier sur l’amélioration des systèmes d’accès aux véhicules et la réduction des coûts de mise en œuvre.
STMicroelectronics (NYSE: STM) hat sein Engagement für Ultra-Wideband (UWB) durch den Beitritt zum Vorstand des FiRa Consortium gestärkt. Rias Al-Kadi, Geschäftsführer der Division Range and Connectivity, wird das Unternehmen im Vorstand vertreten.
ST ist aktiv an der Entwicklung des IEEE 802.15.4ab‑Ergänzung für UWB beteiligt, die darauf abzielt, die Systemleistung mit Zentimeterpräzision, verbesserter Sicherheit und reduziertem Energieverbrauch zu verbessern. Die Beteiligung konzentriert sich darauf, das Digital Key-Ökosystem des Connected Car Consortium (CCC) voranzutreiben und UWB-Anwendungen in Verbraucher- und Automobilmärkten auszubauen.
Zu den Anwendungen gehören Fahrzeugzugang, digitale Schlüssel, smarte Hausautomation und IoT-Innovationen, mit besonderem Fokus auf die Verbesserung von Fahrzeugzugangssystemen und der Kostensenkung bei der Implementierung.
STMicroelectronics (NYSE: STM) عزّزت التزامها بتقنية الاتصال فائق الاتساع (UWB) بانضمامها إلى مجلس FiRa Consortium. Rias Al-Kadi، المدير العام لقسم Range and Connectivity، سيمثل الشركة في المجلس.
تشارك ST بنشاط في تطوير تعديل IEEE 802.15.4ab لتقنية UWB، والذي يهدف إلى تحسين أداء النظام بدقة عند مستوى السنتيمتر، وزيادة الأمان وتخفيض استهلاك الطاقة. تركيز المشاركة على الدفع بنظام Digital Key التابع لـ Connected Car Consortium (CCC) وتوسيع تطبيقات UWB في أسواق المستهلكين والسيارات.
تشمل التطبيقات القدرة على دخول المركبات، المفاتيح الرقمية، الأتمتة المنزلية وإنترنت الأشياء، مع تركيز خاص على تحسين أنظمة الدخول إلى المركبات وخفض تكاليف التنفيذ.
STMicroelectronics (NYSE: STM) 已通过加入FiRa Consortium董事会来加强对超宽带（UWB）技术的承诺。Rias Al-Kadi，ST 的 Range and Connectivity Division 总经理，将代表公司出任董事会成员。
ST 积极参与为 UWB 技术制定IEEE 802.15.4ab 修正案，旨在在厘米级精度、增强安全性和降低功耗方面提高系统性能。该公司的参与聚焦于推动 Connected Car Consortium (CCC) 的 Digital Key 生态系统，并在消费和汽车市场扩大 UWB 应用。
该技术的应用包括汽车进入、数字钥匙、智能家居自动化及物联网创新，特别强调提升车辆访问系统并降低实现成本。
- Active participation in key UWB standards development through IEEE, CCC, CSA, and UWB Alliance
- Strategic position to influence UWB technology evolution and standards
- Potential for cost reduction in automotive access systems through reduced anchor requirements
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STMicroelectronics joins FiRa board, strengthening commitment
to UWB ecosystem and automotive Digital Key adoption
Geneva, Switzerland, September 22, 2025 -- STMicroelectronics (NYSE: STM), a global semiconductor leader serving customers across the spectrum of electronics applications, has announced that Rias Al-Kadi, General Manager of the Company’s Range and Connectivity Division, has joined the board of directors of the FiRa® Consortium, the industry body dedicated to advancing secured fine ranging and positioning ultra-wideband (UWB) technology.
ST is actively driving the development the IEEE 802.15.4ab amendment, building upon previous UWB enhancements to further improve system performance and expand UWB’s application scope. The ongoing evolution of UWB standards promises significant improvements, including centimeter-level accuracy, enhanced security, and reduced power consumption. These improvements are critical for enabling a wide range of applications, from automotive access and digital keys to smart home automation and IoT innovations. Integrating IEEE 802.15.4ab into the CCC Digital Key ecosystem would represent a major step forward in addressing implementation challenges and accelerate broader adoption of UWB technology in both consumer and automotive markets.
“STMicroelectronics has long been a valued member of the FiRa Consortium, and we are thrilled to welcome them at the Sponsor level. This upgrade is a reflection of ST’s deepening commitment to the future of Ultra-Wideband technology and to FiRa’s mission. We are especially pleased to have Rias Al-Kadi, General Manager of ST’s Ranging and Connectivity Division, join our Board of Directors. His experience and leadership will be instrumental as we continue to expand UWB’s global impact and shape the future of secure, interoperable solutions,” states SK Yong, FiRa Consortium Board Chairman.
“Joining the FiRa board underlines our commitment to advancing the CCC Digital Key and other UWB-based applications,” said Rias Al-Kadi, General Manager, Ranging and Connectivity Division, STMicroelectronics. “By deeply engaging in standardization and certification across all major UWB groups, we are helping to shape the future of UWB technology to deliver maximum value for consumers and industries alike.”
Rias Al-Kadi's appointment further strengthens ST’s active participation in key UWB standards bodies and consortia, including the IEEE, Connected Car Consortium (CCC), Connectivity Standards Alliance (CSA), and UWB Alliance. Through strategic participation in these groups, ST supports the continuous evolution of UWB technology aimed at enhancing user experiences and lowering system costs, particularly in consumer and automotive access applications. This aligns with ST’s vision to foster a robust UWB ecosystem that enables seamless, secure, and cost-effective solutions for the growing UWB market.
Note to the editor
UWB is a precise ranging and radar technology within the IEEE 802 wireless standards group that also includes WiFi and Bluetooth. Supported by the latest smartphones from leading brands, UWB offers high resistance to interference and enhances diverse applications such as smart appliance interaction and device tracking. With security extensions, standardized under IEEE 802.15.4z, UWB addresses access control use cases, including digital car keys that localize the key in relation to the vehicle. Additional automotive applications include vehicle occupant detection to improve child and pet safety.
Key advancements in UWB specifications are overcoming critical scenarios such as reliability detecting a key or phone in a user’s back pocket to ensure seamless user experiences. Another significant improvement is the potential reduction in the number of anchors required in car access systems, enabling more cost-effective designs without compromising performance.
For more information on STMicroelectronics’ UWB solutions and ecosystem contributions, visit www.st.com/uwb.
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