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WISeKey and MINES Saint-Etienne have announced a collaboration aimed at developing post-quantum resistant algorithms to secure digital systems against future cyber-attacks enabled by quantum computing. The partnership will contribute to the NIST PQC standardization program initiated in 2016. WISeKey will leverage its experience in secure hardware and firmware, while MINES Saint-Etienne will provide expertise in applied mathematics and cryptography. This collaboration aligns with France's €1.8 billion Quantum Program, seeking to maintain a leading role alongside the USA and China in quantum research.

WISeKey has successfully integrated arago's AI capabilities into its semiconductor manufacturing. This integration aims to enhance the value captured by semiconductor firms, potentially yielding 40-50% of the total technology stack's value. The merger brings forth an end-to-end AIoT platform, combining AI, IoT, and cybersecurity solutions, positioning WISeKey as a leader in trusted IoT services. The company emphasizes significant growth opportunities in sectors such as industry 4.0, healthcare, and smart cities, aiming to leverage AI for operational efficiency.

WISeKey and Creative Film Partners are launching the first-ever Colonial American Artwork NFT auction, featuring a digital photograph of a John Wollaston painting of George Plater III.

The auction runs from June 21 to July 4, 2021, with proceeds aimed at restoring the original painting. This initiative enhances digital ownership verification through NFTs and aims to create a secure digital record of the artwork.

WISeKey's technology allows for dual factor authentication, establishing itself as a leader in securing art and luxury items on the blockchain.

WISeKey has announced a $5 million placement of its TrusteCoin NFT token with iconomy, marking the first phase of TrusteCoin's pre-sale. This initiative aims to establish TrusteCoin as a key player in the DeFi space, facilitating income opportunities for art and luxury goods communities. The TrusteCoin will serve as a payment method on the WISe.ART platform, enhancing KYC processes while maintaining anonymity. The platform will leverage Ethereum for liquidity and advanced technologies for secure digital asset management, ultimately linking physical and digital worlds.

WISeKey International Holding Ltd (NASDAQ: WKEY; SIX Swiss Exchange: WIHN) has joined digitalswitzerland, a cross-industry initiative in Switzerland aimed at fostering digital innovation. This membership underscores WISeKey's commitment to strengthening cybersecurity and digital technologies. The company aims to develop a collaborative framework addressing public and private sector digital issues, while promoting a trust model that supports secure online communications. WISeKey's established partnerships and its unique governance model provide a competitive edge in the integrated digital identity market.

On May 25, 2021, WISeKey shareholders approved all agenda items during the 2021 Annual General Meeting in Zurich. Key outcomes included the re-election of all Board members, including Carlos Moreira as Chairman, and an increase in authorized and conditional share capital. Shareholders also approved the 2020 Annual Report and financial statements, discharged Board members from liability, and re-elected BDO SA as the audit firm. The company continues to position itself as a leader in cybersecurity and IoT.

WISeKey and Parrot have enhanced their partnership to fortify drone security. This collaboration aims to establish robust digital security standards for drones as the commercial market is projected to grow from $4 billion to over $40 billion by 2025. Compliance with new regulations mandates remote identification for drones, yet cybersecurity standards are still undefined. They plan to outline security features to ensure trusted ID broadcasts, safeguarding data confidentiality. WISeKey's technology has high-level certifications, ensuring secure operations for Parrot’s ANAFI drones.

WISeKey is partnering with Ocean Protocol to launch TrustedNFT.io, a decentralized marketplace for verifying physical artworks like paintings and sculptures. Utilizing NFTs to ensure authenticity, the marketplace combines WISeKey's specialized chips and blockchain identity technology with Ocean's data marketplace capabilities. This collaboration seeks to address concerns about art provenance and theft through advanced authentication measures, making high-value art transactions more secure.

WISeKey International Holding Ltd. (NASDAQ: WKEY) announced a webinar on May 18, 2021, focusing on the launch of its first-ever Non-Fungible Token (NFT) from space. In collaboration with Casper Labs and Ocean Protocol, the company will discuss the underlying technology and introduce the TrustNFT.IO platform to enhance NFT transactions' privacy and security. Additionally, a PocketPod deployer will facilitate the NFT launch via a Falcon 9 rocket by SpaceX in June 2021. This initiative aims to create a secure marketplace for art and luxury goods on the Casper Network, with the first auction planned for summer 2021.