Nicola Dragoni

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Nicola Dragoni is a leading researcher at the intersection of cybersecurity, robotics, and artificial intelligence, with a particular focus on the security of autonomous and cyber-physical systems. His most influential work, "Adding Salt to Pepper" (2018), which has garnered 31 citations, provides a groundbreaking structured security assessment of humanoid robots. In this seminal paper, Dragoni exposes the critical vulnerabilities in modern robotic systems, demonstrating how a hacked robot can become an insider threat within organizations. His research highlights the persistent neglect of security during the rapid digitalization and AI revolution, arguing that as connectivity and robotics reshape society, robust security measures must be integrated from the ground up. Dragoni's contributions are vital for understanding and mitigating risks in human-robot interaction, making him a key voice in the emerging field of robotic cybersecurity. His work serves as a wake-up call for engineers and policymakers, emphasizing that securing intelligent machines is not optional but essential for safe technological progress.