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WISeKey International Holding AG reports developments across cybersecurity, digital identity, IoT, post-quantum semiconductors and secure space infrastructure. News commonly covers consolidated financial results, SEALSQ semiconductor and PKI activity, QS7001 and QVault TPM programs, WISeSat low Earth orbit satellite operations, and the QSOC roadmap for quantum key distribution, quantum random number generation and post-quantum identity services.
Updates also describe SEALCOIN's machine-to-machine architecture, hardware-based identity, certificate-driven authentication, decentralized infrastructure initiatives, partnerships, and shareholder communications. The company's coverage often links secure microcontrollers, PKI, satellite connectivity and blockchain-related projects to trusted-device and quantum-resistant security markets.
WISeKey International Holding Ltd announced preliminary results for 2021, reporting revenues of $22.2 million, a 50% increase from 2020. The company achieved this growth despite COVID-19 challenges, surpassing revenue guidance by 10%. WISeKey holds a record backlog of $39 million for IoT products, reflecting an average of $1.3 million in new orders weekly. The company plans significant R&D investments for new secure products in 2022, aiming to expand its customer base further. Their cash position is strong at $34.4 million.
WISeKey International Holding announced the launch of WISe.ART NFT Marketplace version 2.0 during the Blockchain Conference in New York. This new version features trusted NFTs from various new artists and supports cross-blockchain compatibility with Ethereum, Polygon, and CasperLabs, enhancing scalability and reducing gas fees. The platform emphasizes user control over digital identities associated with NFTs and establishes verified links between digital assets and physical objects. This initiative aims to position WISeKey at the forefront of the Web3.0 revolution.
WISeKey International Holding, trading under WKEY, has partnered with REPX to enhance its applications for sports fans. This collaboration introduces a prepaid credit card system for sports fans, engaging nearly half a billion potential users. REPX has secured partnerships with 15 notable football clubs, including Real Madrid and ACMilan, and plans to list on the London Stock Exchange shortly. WISeKey’s secure identity platform, WISeID, will bolster digital identity verification and KYC solutions in this venture, aiming to revolutionize fan engagement in the fintech space.
WISeKey International Holding announced CEO Carlos Moreira's participation in the Blockchain Conference "Trends in the World of NFTs and Crypto" on January 27. He will engage in two panels: one at 12:00 noon ET focusing on go-to-market strategies and another at 1:30 pm ET addressing crypto mining challenges. Moreira will highlight WISeKey's NFT platform, emphasizing secure digital identity solutions. The event aims to explore market impacts, opportunities, and strategies in the cryptocurrency sector. Registration details are available on the M-Vest website.
WISeKey International Holding has established a strategic partnership with Universa Blockchain to advance the La Linea, Gibraltar 4th Industrial Revolution Center of Excellence. This collaboration focuses on key areas such as Advanced Air Mobility, energy, Central Bank Digital Currency, non-fungible tokens, and metaverses, which Morgan Stanley estimates could reach an $8 trillion market. The center aims to promote innovative start-ups and facilitate collective R&D in fields like AI, blockchain, and IoT, while also leveraging the recent launch of WISeSAT satellites.
WISeKey International Holding Ltd. (NASDAQ: WKEY) announced the successful launch of its WISeSat.Space satellites with SpaceX, which are now operational and communicating effectively in extreme conditions. The company will mint its first NFT, utilizing its patented method for 'Persistent and Authenticatable NFTs', in mid-February. This method enhances the long-term value and authenticity of NFTs, aimed at securing IoT networks. WISeKey's IoT ecosystem includes over 1.6 billion microchips, positioning it at the forefront of IoT technology.
WISeKey International Holding Ltd (NASDAQ: WKEY) announced the successful launch of its first IoT picosatellites, WISeSat-1 and WISeSat-2, on January 13 aboard SpaceX's Transporter 3 mission. This launch kicks off WISeSAT, a new service offering secure IoT connectivity through satellite technology. WISeKey aims to provide a cost-effective solution for IoT ecosystems requiring extensive data coverage. The initial project targets smart agriculture in collaboration with EPRINSA, involving six Spanish provinces. The satellites incorporate high-level security features, enhancing the appeal of WISeKey's service offerings.
WISeKey International Holding will launch the first NFT from space on January 13, 2022, via SpaceX's Transporter 3 mission. The NFT, captured by the WISeSat satellite station in South Spain, will be minted on the WISe.ART NFT Marketplace. This initiative will connect IoT devices to satellites for NFT authentication, ensuring secure, real-time communication. WISeKey has invested in FOSSA Systems to enhance satellite integration, offering IoT solutions through a SaaS model. The patented minting method will ensure long-term NFT value through authenticability and persistence.
WISeKey International Holding Ltd plans to invest up to $10 million over the next two years for Bitcoin mining from its Swiss facilities, including a secure military bunker. The initiative aims to enhance cybersecurity technologies to protect against illicit cryptocurrency mining activities. Operations will be conducted through TrusteCoin AG, a Special Purpose Vehicle established in Zoug. The company intends to install over 1,000 bitcoin mining machines, tackling the growing issue of cryptojacking while simplifying the mining process for clients.
WISeKey Holding Ltd. has reported key business milestones for 2021, including a projected revenue of $20 million, a 32% year-over-year increase, despite COVID-related supply issues. The company aims to leverage a cash position of $33 million for strategic investments and growth in the IoT and AI sectors. Notably, WISeKey has secured a $33.4 million backlog in IoT orders and has acquired arago to enhance its AI capabilities. The launch of its NFT platform, WISe.Art, positions the company for future revenue growth. Additionally, a share buyback program has been reactivated to enhance stockholder value.