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Auto tech startup claims it traced hack attempt back to rival's IP address
IQ.Lvbs, an automotive tech startup, claims that between October 7 and 14 it experienced repeated cyberattacks targeting its NovaSpark driving model, user devices, and authentication systems, with initial requests traced to an IP address associated with rival Comma.ai. The startup also reports being banned from Comma.ai's Discord channel on October 8, shortly after the alleged attacks began. Comma.ai's CTO suggested NovaSpark was derived from Comma.ai's existing model, a claim IQ.Lvbs disputes, and neither Comma.ai nor its CTO responded to requests for comment.
Why it matters: Teams managing autonomous vehicle or driving automation systems should track this competitive dispute and alleged IP theft attempt, as supply chain trust and model provenance claims affect vendor selection and security posture, especially given regulatory scrutiny of Comma.ai by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
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