WISeKey and OISTE Foundation Showcase Commitment to Human Rights at United Nations
Geneva, Switzerland, December 18, 2025 – WISeKey International Holding Ltd (SIX: WIHN, NASDAQ: WKEY), a prominent player in the fields of cybersecurity, blockchain, and IoT, along with the OISTE Foundation, announced their participation in the World Human Rights Concert. The event took place at the United Nations Headquarters in Geneva, in partnership with ONUART and other collaborators. This initiative highlights both organizations' dedication to enhancing human dignity and ensuring equitable access to trusted technologies.
HUMAN-AI-T Initiative: Advancing Human Rights in Technology
Central to this collaborative effort is the HUMAN-AI-T initiative (Human-Centered Artificial Intelligence & Technology), which was launched at the United Nations. This initiative focuses on promoting the development of artificial intelligence and emerging technologies that respect human rights, human dignity, cultural diversity, and ethical values.
WISeKey and the OISTE Foundation emphasize the importance of ensuring that artificial intelligence and quantum technologies are designed, governed, and deployed with full compliance to international human rights frameworks and ethical principles.
A Symbol of Unity: The World Human Rights Concert
The World Human Rights Concert serves as a powerful symbol of unity, bringing together culture and music to inspire dialogue, cooperation, and peace among nations. This event reinforces the universal values enshrined in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, underlining their continued significance in the digital age.
“Technology must never advance at the expense of humanity,” said Carlos Moreira, Secretary General of the OISTE Foundation and Founder & CEO of WISeKey. “Through the HUMAN-AI-T initiative, we are committed to ensuring that AI and quantum technologies stay aligned with human dignity and ethical responsibility.”
Protecting Digital Rights and Human Dignity
OISTE, WISeKey, and its subsidiary SEALSQ Corp (NASDAQ: LAES) are unwavering in their commitment to contributing to this human-centered vision. They recognize that safeguarding digital rights and human dignity is essential in an era of rapid technological advancement, crucial for maintaining freedom, equality, trust, and social cohesion.
By collaborating with ONUART and its partners, WISeKey and the OISTE Foundation are advancing a secure and inclusive digital future where innovation enhances humanity and technology acts as a vehicle for peace, justice, and sustainable development.
About the OISTE Foundation
Founded in Switzerland in 1998, the OISTE Foundation aims to foster trust and security in the digital realm. As a leading organization addressing the ethical implications of artificial intelligence and advanced technologies, OISTE ensures that technological progress aligns with human dignity and democratic values.
- Promotes international standards for secure electronic transactions.
- Develops human protection agents and ethical frameworks.
- Advocates for responsible innovation and transparency across digital ecosystems.
About WISeKey
WISeKey International Holding Ltd, recognized by the stock symbol WKEY, is at the forefront of cybersecurity, digital identity, and IoT solutions. Operating as a Swiss holding company, WISeKey comprises several subsidiaries, each specializing in distinct technology domains:
- SEALSQ Corp (NASDAQ: LAES) – Focused on semiconductors and post-quantum technologies.
- WISeKey SA – Specializes in secure authentication and identification solutions.
- WISeSat AG – Develops secure satellite communication technologies.
- WISe.ART Corp – Operates a marketplace for secure NFT transactions.
- SEALCOIN AG – Concentrates on decentralized internet solutions.
With over 1.6 billion microchips deployed across various IoT sectors, WISeKey plays a crucial role in securing the Internet of Everything, leveraging AI for predictive analysis and maintaining the integrity of online transactions.
Conclusion
Through initiatives like the HUMAN-AI-T, WISeKey and the OISTE Foundation are fundamentally shaping a future where technology serves humanity and upholds the values of peace, justice, and sustainability. For more details on WISeKey's strategic focus and its subsidiaries, please visit www.wisekey.com.