SEALSQ Reports Accelerating Market Adoption of Its Post-Quantum Secure Chip, QS7001
Geneva, Switzerland, December 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) – SEALSQ Corp (NASDAQ: LAES), a leader in semiconductor and post-quantum technology solutions, announced significant progress in the market adoption of its innovative secure chip, the Quantum Shield QS7001. This update highlights a robust pipeline amounting to $49.8 million for the QS7001 and Qvault TPM, out of a total estimated pipeline of $200 million as of December 15, 2025.
Growing Global Demand for Quantum-Resistant Security Solutions
SEALSQ is witnessing increasing interest from a diverse range of industry partners, system integrators, and technology OEMs. This demand is fueled by the need for effective security solutions in anticipation of advancements in quantum computing, which threaten to compromise existing encryption standards. The Company has established strong collaborations with various industry consortia and standards bodies to enhance the scalable deployment of its quantum-resistant products on a global scale.
Currently, SEALSQ is engaged in commercial discussions with 115 potential customers across North America, Europe, and the Asia Pacific, reflecting the chip's international reach and strong market appeal.
Commercial Launch and Market Reception
The QS7001 was first unveiled at the IQT Quantum + AI Conference in New York on October 20, 2025, and officially launched during a dedicated event at the Las Vegas Grand Prix on November 21, 2025. Since its commercial debut, SEALSQ has experienced a surge in qualified leads and design-ins, boosting its opportunity pipeline significantly from $11.4 million last year to the current $49.8 million.
The development of the QS7001 has been positively received by notable global partners and OEMs, including:
- Eviden (Atos Group)
- Authentrend
- Capgemini Engineering
- FortifyIQ Inc.
- Granite River Labs
- Trusted Semiconductor Solutions
This growing network of partners underscores the confidence in SEALSQ's technology and its potential impact on quantum-resistant security strategies globally.
Technical Advancements of the QS7001
The QS7001 chip is built on a secure 32-bit RISC-V core, providing up to 10 times higher performance compared to traditional software-based post-quantum solutions. This architecture not only enhances performance but also offers superior resistance to side-channel attacks and physical tampering.
The chip is specifically designed to help device manufacturers comply with upcoming post-quantum regulations, including CNSA 2.0, and is suited for various applications, such as:
- Internet of Things (IoT)
- Cryptocurrencies
- Healthcare
- Defense
- Critical infrastructure
Strategies for Future Growth
SEALSQ aims to solidify its role as a pivotal player in the quantum-resistant security market, which is projected to encompass over 21 billion devices requiring protection against emerging threats like “Harvest Now, Decrypt Later.” According to IOT Analytics, the number of connected IoT devices could expand to between 32 billion and 40 billion by 2030.
CEO Carlos Moreira commented on the urgency of addressing quantum risks: “Organizations recognize that the quantum computing era is approaching faster than expected. Our QS7001 secure chip is uniquely positioned to deliver practical, standards-aligned post-quantum security today.”
Commitment to Quantum-Resilient Solutions
With a robust design-win momentum and expanding partner ecosystem, SEALSQ remains committed to advancing quantum-resilient security solutions. These solutions are critical for protecting data, devices, and services across an increasingly digital landscape.
For more information about the QS7001 and SEALSQ's innovative post-quantum offerings, please visit www.sealsq.com.