WISeKey confirmed its subsidiary WISESat’s upcoming satellite launch in partnership with SpaceX. The launch is scheduled for 14 January 2025, taking place at the Vandenberg Space Force Base in California.
This launch marks a significant milestone as it will carry WISeSat satellites, which the company has said is post-quantum-ready. The deployment will serve as a Proof of Concept (PoC), combining WISeKey’s trusted Root of Trust and WISeKey subsidiary SEALSQ’s post-quantum chips to ensure security and resilience against emerging quantum threats.
The WISeSat constellation aims to provide secure, real-time connectivity for IoT devices worldwide, reinforcing WISeKey’s commitment to advancing secure satellite communications and cybersecurity infrastructure.
“This launch represents a leap forward in our mission to secure IoT communications and prepare for a post-quantum future. By integrating SEALSQ’s Post-Quantum Chips with WISeKey’s trusted Root of Trust, we are ensuring that WISeSat remains at the forefront of satellite cybersecurity,” said Carlos Moreira, Founder and CEO of WISEKey.
WISeSat, the satellite IoT communications arm of WISeKey International Holding, was established to address the growing need for secure, real-time connectivity for IoT devices. By integrating cybersecurity and satellite technology, WISeSat provides trusted, end-to-end secure communication for critical industries such as logistics, agriculture, energy, and infrastructure management.
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