A New Era of Product Cybersecurity: 2026 Global Updates and Compliance Strategies

Product cybersecurity regulation is evolving rapidly across global markets.

This whitepaper explores how governments are strengthening requirements for connected products – including hardware, software, and integrated solutions that connect to networks such as the Internet or other devices for data exchange.

Alongside mandatory frameworks, we also examine the growing role of cybersecurity labeling and certification schemes, which are emerging as key tools to demonstrate product security and build trust.

This Whitepaper Covers:

• Key Product Cybersecurity Legislation in:
  • Australia
  • European Union
  • Indonesia
  • China
  • Taiwan
• Voluntary Labeling and Certification Schemes, including:
  • EU: European Common Criteria-based Cybersecurity Certification Scheme (EUCC)
  • US: Cybersecurity Labeling for Internet of Things Program (US Cyber Trust Mark)
  • Japan: Labeling Scheme based on Japan Cyber-Security Technical Assessment Requirements (Japan Cyber STAR / JC-STAR)
  • China: Proposed Cybersecurity Labelling Scheme (China Cybersecurity Label)
  • Deemed Compliance with the UK PSTI Security Requirements

*This whitepaper was originally published on 12th May, 2025 and updated on 16th April, 2026. Further regulatory developments may have occurred after publication. To keep up-to-date with the latest compliance news, sign up to our newsletter.

Authors

Giselle Chia, Regulatory Compliance Analyst, Compliance & Risks

Giselle is a highly dedicated Regulatory Compliance Analyst focused on guiding multinational clients through the intricate web of global product and ESG regulations. She possesses deep expertise across Taiwan and key ASEAN markets, where she proactively monitors and analyses regulatory developments, with a primary focus on high-impact areas such as Cybersecurity, Ecodesign, Ecolabelling, and Energy Efficiency. She directly assists clients in overcoming product market access hurdles by converting complex legal and technical requirements into clear, practical implementation strategies.

Having been admitted to the Bar of Ireland after completing her Barrister-at-Law Degree from the Honorable Society of King’s Inns, Giselle brings a rigorous, structured, and legally-sound approach to regulatory interpretation. Her foundational experience includes legal research and drafting essential documents during law firm internships. As a Mandarin native speaker who is also fluent in English, Bahasa Malaysia/Indonesia, and Cantonese, Giselle effectively ensures accurate, nuanced interpretation of foreign-language legal texts relevant to her markets.