SEALSQ and GlobalFoundries Form Alliance to Develop Post-Quantum Semiconductor Blocks and Cryogenic CMOS Infrastructure
Post-quantum hardware engineer SEALSQ Corp (Nasdaq: LAES) and foundry group GlobalFoundries (Nasdaq: GFS) have signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to co-develop secure semiconductor platforms, post-quantum cryptography (PQC) IP, and cryogenic silicon control layers. The development track links GlobalFoundries' commercial Complementary Metal-Oxide-Semiconductor (CMOS) fabrication processes and bulk manufacturing volume with SEALSQ's hardware-based certified security [...] The post SEALSQ and GlobalFoundries Form Alliance to Develop Post-Quantum Semiconductor Blocks and Cryogeni
The increasing threat of quantum computing breaking current cryptographic standards is driving urgent collaboration to develop secure post-quantum solutions. This alliance leverages existing foundry capabilities with specialized security hardware expertise.
This partnership addresses a critical future vulnerability in cybersecurity by laying the groundwork for robust post-quantum infrastructure. It ensures the long-term security of data and critical systems against quantum attacks.
The co-development of post-quantum semiconductor blocks and cryogenic CMOS infrastructure marks a significant step towards quantum-resilient hardware. It integrates advanced security features directly into the foundational silicon layer.
- · SEALSQ
- · GlobalFoundries
- · Cybersecurity sector
- · High-security compute users
- · Threat actors using quantum computing to break current crypto
- · Vendors relying solely on software-based PQC
The collaboration accelerates the commercialization and mass production of quantum-safe hardware.
This foundational technology could lead to new standards and requirements for secure computing across industries.
The availability of quantum-resistant chips might influence strategic competition in critical technological domains.
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