Post-Quantum security specialist SEALSQ has released a post-quantum chip designed for securing IoT devices into the future. The QS7001 is designed to provide future-proof cybersecurity for IoT devices and infrastructure against the imminent threats posed by quantum computing.

The QS7001 is a RISC-V secure hardware platform that incorporates NIST’s recommended quantum-resistant algorithms, Kyber and Dilithium, to ensure robust protection against quantum-enabled breaches.

“The QS7001 represents a transformative leap in cybersecurity,” said Jean Pierre Enguent, CTO at SEALSQ. “As quantum computing capabilities advance, the vulnerabilities of current encryption methods become increasingly apparent. With our QS7001, we are set to provide industries and governments with the tools they need to safeguard their data and devices against the looming quantum threat.”

Quantum computing poses significant risks to current encryption methods. Traditional cryptographic algorithms like RSA and ECC, which have been the bedrock of secure communications, are increasingly vulnerable to attacks by quantum-enabled adversaries. The processing power of quantum computers, which can solve complex mathematical problems exponentially faster than classical computers, threatens to render existing cryptography obsolete.

The urgency of addressing this threat was underscored by the recent release of three quantum-resistant encryption algorithms by the U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). These algorithms, developed through NIST’s rigorous post-quantum cryptography standardisation process, are a critical step toward securing sensitive data from future quantum attacks.

SEALSQ’s QS7001 platform is certified to the Common Criteria EAL5+ and compliant with FIPS SP800-90B, ensuring it meets the highest standards of reliability and security. The QS7001 is engineered to protect IoT devices across sectors such as healthcare, finance, and critical infrastructure, providing a robust line of defense against “harvest now, decrypt later” threats—where adversaries gather encrypted data today, intending to decrypt it once quantum technology matures.

“As we stand on the brink of the quantum era, it’s essential that we prepare for the security challenges it will bring,” added Bernard VIAN, Managing Director, “SEALSQ is dedicated to ensuring that our customers and partners are equipped with the technology needed to stay ahead of these emerging threats. The QS7001 is just the beginning of our journey toward building a resilient, quantum-secure digital future.”