Modern smart grid technologies combine advanced sensors, communication networks and artificial intelligence to create visibility across the entire power system. This digitalisation enables grid operators to monitor conditions in real-time and respond rapidly to changing circumstances.
However, this digital transformation opens new doors for cybersecurity threats. The proliferation of connected devices across power networks has dramatically expanded the potential attack surface for malicious actors.
“ We have an aging infrastructure designed during the time when cyber was not a challenge. There are more and more digital devices installed on the grid and the attacks are becoming more sophisticated, especially with the use of new technology such as AI,” Claudia explains.
Supporting the grid with AI AI-powered monitoring systems work by establishing baseline patterns for normal grid operations over extended periods. These systems then identify deviations that might indicate cyberattacks or physical equipment failures. The technology can detect subtle changes in operational patterns that would be invisible to human operators.
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