The BROKER TIMES

The Smart Device Compliance Deadline

By March 4, 2026, mandatory security standards for IoT office devices take effect. Here is your roadmap to securing your brokerage.

Countdown to Compliance

Enforcement Date: March 4, 2026

Why This Matters for Tom (and You)

"I don't have time to keep up with the stuff that actually matters and I'm afraid I'll miss something important."

ASIC Cyber Resilience
Best Interest Duty (BID)

Vulnerability Matrix: Your Office IoT

Relative risk levels of common broker office hardware. Click a bar for specific protocols.

Brokerage Readiness Audit

Check your current standing against the 2026 standards.

Readiness Level 0%

Complete the audit above to see your risk level.

Immediate: The "Hygiene" Sweep

Most IoT breaches occur because default passwords were never changed. Your immediate priority is visibility.

Audit Passwords Update every smart TV, camera, and printer with a complex passphrase.
Firmware Check Ensure all connected devices are running the latest security patches.

Protect Your Edge. Protect Your Clients.

The Broker Times exists to give you clarity and speed. Don't let compliance be a hurdle—make it your competitive advantage.