SK hynix achieves first OCP S.A.F.E. recognition for SSD solution

SANTA ROSA, Calif. - SK hynix has received its first Open Compute Project (OCP) Security Appraisal Framework and Enablement (S.A.F.E.) recognition for a solid-state drive solution, enabled by Keysight Technologies, Inc. (NYSE:KEYS), a $28.9 billion market cap technology leader with robust financials and a strong liquidity position, according to a press release issued Tuesday.

The recognition for SK hynix’s PEB110 E1.S device comes amid growing cybersecurity challenges faced by hyperscale data centers as cloud adoption accelerates and artificial intelligence workloads increase. According to InvestingPro data, Keysight’s strong financial position, with $5.2 billion in revenue over the last twelve months, positions it well to address these emerging market opportunities.

As an approved OCP S.A.F.E. Security Review Provider, Keysight conducted a comprehensive Scope 1 assessment of firmware security and hardware interactions using its proprietary code security evaluation framework, which combines industry standards like the Common Vulnerability Scoring System with Keysight-developed criteria.

"Keysight’s structured approach, responsiveness, and technical rigor played a key role in our successful evaluation," said Woonhyug Jee, VP of eSSD Firmware & Product Engineering at SK hynix.

The OCP initiative, founded by technology leaders including Microsoft, Meta, and Google, aims to improve designs for scalable computing and reduce complexity in data center infrastructure. Based on InvestingPro’s Fair Value analysis, Keysight appears to be trading near its fair value, with 8 analysts recently revising their earnings estimates upward for the upcoming period. Subscribers can access 10+ additional ProTips and comprehensive financial metrics on the platform.

Marc Witteman, Technical Director at Keysight, noted that "OCP S.A.F.E. creates a shared foundation of trust across the hyperscale ecosystem," adding that SK hynix’s device "embodies a security architecture of outstanding sophistication and robustness." With a current ratio of 3.59 and moderate debt levels, Keysight maintains the financial flexibility needed to continue investing in innovative security solutions.

The evaluation process examined code quality and structure, cryptographic protections, firmware update mechanisms, and supply chain integrity to help vendors demonstrate compliance with modern security best practices.

In other recent news, Keysight Technologies has completed acquisitions of the Optical Solutions Group from Synopsys and PowerArtist from Ansys, enhancing its design engineering software offerings. These acquisitions bring advanced tools for optical and semiconductor design into Keysight’s portfolio. Additionally, Keysight has launched the AE6980T nGBASE-AU Optical Automotive Ethernet Transmitter Test Solution, aimed at supporting next-generation optical automotive Ethernet standards. The company also introduced the UALink 1.0 transmitter test solution to speed up compliance testing for AI data center interconnects.

In another development, Morgan Stanley downgraded Keysight Technologies from Overweight to Equalweight, citing concerns related to the company’s recent acquisitions. Meanwhile, Keysight’s 6G solutions have been selected by the University of Texas at Austin to support digital twin research for wireless and autonomous systems. This collaboration is part of the university’s initiative to advance digital twin technology in 6G networks. These developments highlight Keysight’s ongoing efforts to expand its technological capabilities and market presence.

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