SEALSQ and Ajyal Holding Form KUAENTUM Joint Venture in Abu Dhabi
SEALSQ and Ajyal Holding Form KUAENTUM Joint Venture in Abu Dhabi
SEALSQ Corp (NASDAQ: LAES), focused on semiconductors, PKI, and post-quantum technology hardware and software, signed a non-binding Letter of Intent with Ajyal Holding to establish KUAENTUM in the United Arab Emirates. The joint venture intends to develop a Post-Quantum Semiconductors Personalization Center (PQSPC) in Abu Dhabi and integrate a post-quantum satellite production line as part of a global semiconductor and space security strategy. The project is subject to standard closing conditions, including execution and signing of definitive agreements. The Partners estimate the investment required will be on the order of approximately $100 million.
The Abu Dhabi KUAENTUM facility is intended to serve as a secure hub for the personalization and testing of post-quantum semiconductors. Core services are expected to include digital ID injection and embedded software updates at both wafer and IC levels. In parallel, the facility plans to support the production of quantum-resilient communication satellites, delivering end-to-end security from chip to space.
SEALSQ selected Abu Dhabi for its rapidly advancing high-tech and space ecosystem, support for semiconductor localization, and strategic investment initiatives. The PQSPC aims to:
- Personalize and test post-quantum cryptographic chips based on SEALSQ’s proprietary architectures.
- Integrate quantum-resistant encryption modules directly into satellite systems for government and critical infrastructure applications.
- Serve as a regional hub for semiconductor and space innovation across the Middle East and beyond.
- Host AI-driven R&D programs for adaptive semiconductors and autonomous satellite systems.
This initiative is part of SEALSQ’s broader vision to establish PQSPC globally through Public-Private Partnerships (PPP), with similar projects under negotiation in Europe and Asia. All centers will apply RISC-V-based architectures with embedded post-quantum cryptography, ensuring compliance with standards such as Common Criteria and NIST’s PQC guidelines. Semiconductors produced by KUAENTUM are planned to feature advanced quantum-resistant cryptographic cores to protect against threats posed by CRQCs and would be embedded into SEALSQ’s secure satellite platforms.
Ahmed Al Romaithi, Chairman of Ajyal Holding, said:
“This partnership with SEALSQ reflects Ajyal Holding’s commitment to advancing the UAE’s position as a global leader in high-tech industries. By combining world-class post-quantum semiconductor expertise with Abu Dhabi’s dynamic innovation ecosystem, we are creating a platform that safeguards digital sovereignty and drives long-term industrial growth. KUAENTUM will not only strengthen our technological resilience but also inspire new generations of Emirati talent to lead in the fields of quantum computing, space, and secure communications.”
Carlos Moreira, CEO of SEALSQ, said:
“The convergence of quantum-resistant chips and secure satellite infrastructure marks a strategic inflection point in global cybersecurity, one that will define the resilience of digital and physical systems for decades to come. By uniting these two capabilities under one roof, we are not only addressing the immediate threats posed by the coming post-quantum era but also creating a scalable platform for innovation across critical industries. Abu Dhabi provides the ideal foundation for this vision, as it is a global hub where semiconductors and space security can be advanced in tandem, setting new standards for international security and technological leadership.”
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About SEALSQ
SEALSQ integrates Semiconductors, PKI, and Provisioning Services with a focus on Quantum-Resistant Cryptography to address security challenges posed by quantum computing, as traditional methods like RSA and ECC become vulnerable. The company develops post-quantum semiconductors for applications including Multi-Factor Authentication tokens, Smart Energy, Medical and Healthcare Systems, Defense, IT Network Infrastructure, Automotive, and Industrial Automation and Control Systems. Learn more at www.sealsq.com.
Forward-Looking Statements
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