NXP CEO Richard Clemmer stressed the importance of cyber security in developing a smart cities. The forum focuses on connecting engineers to foster IoT innovation through research labs and panel discussions. Experts at the event felt that, in spite of recent advancement, too few engineering efforts concentrate on reducing vulnerabilities. The talk concluded that consumers and enterprises need to be informed about the types of risks arising, and educated on the steps required for device safety. The event was held at NXP FTF Forum 2016 in May.”]