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WISeKey International Holding AG (NASDAQ: WKEY) is a global leader in cybersecurity, digital identity management, and the Internet of Things (IoT) solutions. The company specializes in providing advanced security technologies for data protection, secure identification, and authentication across physical infrastructures, networks, and the internet, ensuring secure communications and e-transactions without compromising trust.
WISeKey operates through several distinctive subsidiaries, each contributing uniquely to its expansive technology portfolio:
- SEALSQ Corp: Focuses on semiconductors, Post-Quantum technology, and provisioning services. Recent investments include the development of quantum-ready semiconductors and the establishment of an Open Semiconductors Assembly and Test (OSAT) Center.
- WISeKey SA: Specializes in Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) management and cryptographic root keys, which are essential for secure digital communications and transactions.
- WISeSat.Space: Focuses on cost-effective satellite deployments through picosatellites, contributing to sectors like agriculture, logistics, and environmental monitoring.
- WISe.ART: Operates in the NFT space and has recently partnered with Hedera to enhance the WISe.ART platform for secure NFT transactions.
WISeKey's innovations are central to the increasingly connected digital ecosystem, providing secure digital identities for individuals, groups, organizations, and communities globally. With over 1.6 billion microchips deployed across various IoT sectors, WISeKey plays a vital role in securing the Internet of Everything. Trusted by the OISTE/WISeKey cryptographic Root of Trust, the company ensures the integrity of online transactions between objects and people.
In 2023, WISeKey achieved significant financial growth, driven by its diversified business model and strategic investments in emerging technologies like blockchain, AI, and IoT. The company continues to expand its footprint with new projects such as the Low Orbit satellite initiatives, upcoming semiconductor personalization centers, and innovations in digital identity and cybersecurity solutions.
WISeKey International Holding (NASDAQ: WKEY) has announced the launch of its WISfans NFT platform, aimed at enhancing fan engagement in football. This platform will feature physical and digital collectibles, including signed memorabilia and digital assets. It facilitates blockchain interoperability among football clubs and enables fluid price discovery through fungible tokens. The move is a response to increased demand, particularly during the Covid-19 pandemic, which has heightened interest in digital collectibles. The WISfans platform also emphasizes brand protection and data analytics to boost sales for sports clubs.
WISeKey International Holding Ltd has successfully launched the world's first NFT auction of a luxury watch, marking a significant milestone in the watch industry. The auction runs from March 31 to April 6, 2021, showcasing the Bigger Bang All Black Tourbillon Chrono, a historically important watch. This auction highlights the integration of NFTs with digital certification of luxury watches, enhancing ownership authenticity. The innovative use of blockchain technology allows for the creation of a digital twin of the physical watch, representing a transformative step in the luxury goods market.
WISeKey (NASDAQ: WKEY) has partnered with Ocean Protocol to launch WISeART, a decentralized peer-to-peer NFT marketplace for physical art. This platform will combine non-fungible tokens (NFTs) for artworks with fungible tokens for pricing fluidity. The partnership leverages WISeKey's microprocessors to authenticate art pieces and Ocean's market technology for secure trading. WISeART aims to address concerns over art authenticity and provenance, making it easier to trace stolen artworks via blockchain. This collaboration could enhance both companies' positions in the NFT and art markets.
WISeKey International Holding and luxury watchmaker Jean-Claude Biver have launched the world's first NFT auction for a luxury watch, the Bigger Bang All Black Tourbillon Chronograph. This historic auction is set for March 31, 2021, on the OpenSea platform, marking a significant innovation in the watch industry. The watch will have a digital twin as an NFT, ensuring verified ownership and authenticity. This initiative combines advanced technology and luxury, signaling a new era in watchmaking.
WISeKey (NASDAQ: WKEY) has announced its groundbreaking luxury NFT auction featuring the iconic Hublot Big Bang "Standard" watch, commencing on March 31, 2021, at 4:00 PM CET via OpenSea MarketPlace. This unique watch, a reference model for future Tourbillon parts, was owned by renowned watchmaker Jean-Claude Biver. The auction aims to showcase the integration of blockchain technology in securing luxury goods. Biver and Carlos Moreira will discuss the implications of NFTs for the luxury watch sector during a live event.
WISeKey (NASDAQ: WKEY) announced it will auction the first secure luxury NFT watch on March 31, 2021. The NFT watch will come with a digital certificate using unique cryptographic keys for authentication. This auction aims to display WISeKey's innovative technology and attract luxury watch brands to the NFT space. Additionally, the launch of WISe.Art provides a digital certificate of authenticity for art pieces on blockchain. The company currently protects over 2.5 million luxury watches, enhancing trust through cutting-edge authentication technology.
WISeKey has launched WISe.Art, a digital certificate of authenticity in the form of a non-fungible token (NFT), ensuring buyers' ownership is permanently recorded on the blockchain. This evolution follows WISeKey’s existing protection for over 2 million luxury objects through its digital identity platform. Utilizing advanced authentication microprocessors and blockchain technology, WISe.Art aims to combat issues like counterfeiting in high-value art transactions. The platform integrates seamlessly with existing services, enhancing brand protection and consumer trust.
WISeKey (NASDAQ: WKEY) has partnered with Cortus to enhance digital security for automated vehicles. As autonomous vehicle shipments are expected to surge from 6.7 thousand in 2020 to 51.6 thousand in 2021, effective cybersecurity solutions become critical. The partnership combines WISeKey's cybersecurity expertise with Cortus' custom chip design capabilities to address growing cybersecurity needs in the automotive sector. This collaboration aligns with the projected 63.1% CAGR for the autonomous vehicle market from 2021 to 2030, reaching over 4 million units by 2030.
WISeKey (WKEY) has partnered with Billon Group to enhance security in remote document signing using blockchain technology. This collaboration integrates Billon’s DLT system with WISeKey’s Managed Public Key Infrastructure (MPKI) services, improving the legal validity of digital signatures. The global e-signature market, valued at $951.3 million in 2019, is projected to grow at a CAGR of 24.6% from 2020 to 2030. The partnership aims to tackle security challenges in digital transactions, especially vital during the ongoing pandemic.
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