SEALSQ Expands Its Quantum-Safe Strategy with SEALQUANTUM.com Initiative and a Up To $20 Million Investments in Quantum & AI Startups

Associated Press

14-03-2025

SEALSQ Corp (NASDAQ: LAES) ('SEALSQ' or 'Company'), a company that focuses on developing and selling Semiconductors, PKI, and Post-Quantum technology hardware and software products, today announced that it has made substantial progress after launching last month SEALQUANTUM.com, an ambitious investment and acquisitions strategy aimed at accelerating its quantum computing and AI initiatives. As part of this initiative, SEALSQ has allocated up to $20 million to invest in cutting-edge startups specializing in Quantum Computing, Quantum-as-a-Service (QaaS), and AI-driven semiconductor technologies.
To date, two investments have already been announced while two more are currently in advanced stage of negotiations with a targeted announce date of before the end of Q2. Recent announcements include:
Investment in ColibriTD, a quantum computing company focused on delivering end-to-end quantum solutions that seamlessly integrate with classical computing infrastructure. The investment aims to integrate ColibriTD's quantum-as-a-service platform into SEALSQ's Quantum Roadmap and make quantum computing accessible to industries seeking cutting-edge solutions for real-world challenges.
Exclusive negotiations to acquire IC'ALPS SAS ('IC'ALPS'), an ASIC design and supply specialist based in Grenoble, France. IC'ALPS via its two design centers in Grenoble and Toulouse, provides customers with a complete offering for Application Specific Integrated Circuits (ASIC) and Systems on Chip (SoC) development from circuit specification. Via this investment, SEALSQ aims to reinforce its commitment in advancing its ASIC development to meet the growing demand.
SEALSQ's initiative complements multiple projects initiated by Europe's top technology founders as part of a new scheme designed to help build the next generation of European €100 billion companies. By fostering the development of quantum-safe and AI-powered solutions, SEALSQ aims to strengthen Europe's position as a global technology leader while addressing critical cybersecurity, AI, and semiconductor challenges.
While SEALQUANTUM is a global investment initiative, SEALSQ is particularly committed to supporting Europe's technological ecosystem, recognizing the urgent need to boost European technology capabilities amid rising geopolitical tensions and increasing global competition. The rapid evolution of AI and quantum technologies is reshaping industries at an unprecedented pace, and SEALSQ sees an opportunity to accelerate its AI-quantum roadmap by investing in breakthrough European innovations.
SEALQUANTUM is a core pillar of the SEALSQ Quantum Roadmap, a strategic initiative designed to provide end-to-end quantum-safe solutions while ensuring cryptographic agility in an evolving digital landscape. This investment will support startups at the forefront of:
Quantum security and computing architectures
Quantum networking solutions
AI-powered chipsets that integrate with post-quantum semiconductors
AI cloud-based quantum services hardened by SEALSQ's security protocols
By focusing on quantum-resilient AI and semiconductor technologies, SEALSQ is driving the development of next-generation solutions capable of safeguarding critical infrastructure, financial systems, and government institutions from the emerging threats of quantum computing.
Supporting European Entrepreneurs in AI, Cybersecurity, Quantum, and Space
Beyond quantum computing and AI, SEALSQ is also investing in young European entrepreneurs working on cybersecurity, quantum sectors, and space technology to complement the WISeSat satellite constellation. These investments align with broader European initiatives to strengthen the continent's strategic autonomy in key technology sectors.
Carlos Moreira, CEO of SEALSQ, emphasized: 'By investing in cutting-edge startups focused on quantum computing, QaaS, and AI-driven semiconductor technologies, we are fostering innovation, promoting unconventional thinking, and assisting entrepreneurs in finding creative solutions to complex challenges. Innovation and our commitment to creating a better world have always been at the core of our mission, and we are proud to continue this tradition by investing up to $20 million of our available cash through SEALQUANTUM.'
Building a Quantum-Resilient Future
Through SEALQUANTUM, SEALSQ is reinforcing its commitment to building a quantum-resilient world, ensuring that trust, privacy, and compliance remain foundational principles in an increasingly complex cyber landscape. As the quantum era approaches, SEALSQ is taking proactive steps to secure the future of digital infrastructure, enabling industries and governments to navigate the transition to a quantum-safe ecosystem.
For more details, visit: SEALSQ SEALQUANTUM Initiative.
About SEALSQ:
SEALSQ is a leading innovator in Post-Quantum Technology hardware and software solutions. Our technology seamlessly integrates Semiconductors, PKI (Public Key Infrastructure), and Provisioning Services, with a strategic emphasis on developing state-of-the-art Quantum Resistant Cryptography and Semiconductors designed to address the urgent security challenges posed by quantum computing. As quantum computers advance, traditional cryptographic methods like RSA and Elliptic Curve Cryptography (ECC) are increasingly vulnerable.
SEALSQ is pioneering the development of Post-Quantum Semiconductors that provide robust, future-proof protection for sensitive data across a wide range of applications, including Multi-Factor Authentication tokens, Smart Energy, Medical and Healthcare Systems, Defense, IT Network Infrastructure, Automotive, and Industrial Automation and Control Systems. By embedding Post-Quantum Cryptography into our semiconductor solutions, SEALSQ ensures that organizations stay protected against quantum threats. Our products are engineered to safeguard critical systems, enhancing resilience and security across diverse industries.
For more information on our Post-Quantum Semiconductors and security solutions, please visit www.sealsq.com.
Forward-Looking Statements
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