WISeKey Announces SEALPhone

A Next-Generation Web3 Secure Smartphone Designed for Advanced Crypto Applications and Unparalleled Security and Data Protection

Zug, Switzerland – November 12, 2024 – WISeKey International Holding Ltd. (“WISeKey” or the “Company”) (SIX: WIHN, NASDAQ: WKEY), a global leader in cybersecurity, digital identity, and Internet of Things (IoT) innovations operating as a holding company, today announces the upcoming release of SEALPhone, an advanced Web3 smartphone tailored for high-security crypto applications, military-grade digital protection, and secure IoT integration. The SEALPhone, set to launch in Q2 2025, builds on the success of WISePhone’s original 2017 release, recognized at that time as one of the world’s first blockchain-enabled secure phone. This latest version elevates cybersecurity capabilities to meet the demands of today’s digital ecosystem, empowering users with unmatched tools for secure digital communications, Web3 dApp support, and data privacy.

Unparalleled Security and Data Protection for Today’s Digital Landscape

Designed for both individual users and enterprises, the SEALPhone integrates cutting-edge blockchain technology, advanced encryption protocols, and secure storage, establishing itself as a comprehensive security platform for digital communications and transactions. The SEALPhone’s robust architecture transforms public networks into private, ultra-secure communication channels, providing a reliable solution for organizations that prioritize cybersecurity and data privacy. Its fortified security features ensure end-to-end protection for sensitive data, intellectual property, and financial transactions.

By embedding powerful security functions into an intuitive user experience, SEALPhone redefines what it means to safeguard mobile communications in the crypto age, seamlessly blending high mobility with enterprise-level protection.

SEALPhone’s Innovative Capabilities and Advanced Crypto Ecosystem

The SEALPhone is powered by WISeKey’s secure OS, offering a sophisticated suite that enhance both personal and enterprise security while stripping all Google applications backdoors, including bloatware, third-party services and any tracking analytics. It is pre-installed with WISeID and secure applications for encrypted voice, messaging, and secure file transfers. Moreover, it is the first smartphone to fully integrate SEALCOIN, WISeKey’s proprietary cryptocurrency, allowing users to execute secure crypto transactions directly from their mobile device.

Key SEALPhone features include:

Integrated Crypto Wallet and Trusted Platform Module (TPM): Providing robust protection for financial transactions and data storage with high-level cryptographic security.
WISeID Digital Identity Support: Facilitating legally compliant, qualified digital signatures that adhere to Swiss government regulations and GDPR standards for secure online transactions and digital document signing.
Verified Boot: Controlling OS updates to different partitions, protecting against attacks that attempt to install earlier and vulnerable versions of Android.
Absolute Privacy: Ensuring privacy with all Google apps and services, third party applications and bloatware removed.
SEALPhone App Store: A full set of verified applications for maximum control which can be tailored to the business.

A Vision for Secure Digital and Crypto Spaces

The SEALPhone’s hardware and software upgrades make it a formidable tool for today’s digital landscape, positioning it as the ultimate secure Web3 device. Its hardened secure environment, combined with enhanced control over applications and data, provides users with the peace of mind necessary in today’s high-stakes digital world. It empowers both enterprises and individuals with the ability to maintain privacy and security in all online activities, from asset management to secure communications.