SEALSQ Corp (NASDAQ: LAES), a leader in semiconductor and post-quantum technology solutions, has announced the deployment of its advanced post-quantum cryptographic (PQC) technology to safeguard Bitcoin wallets from quantum computer attacks. This breakthrough is integrated into the QS7001 secure element, ensuring long-term blockchain security in the quantum era.
The Quantum Threat to Bitcoin Wallets
Bitcoin wallets currently rely on elliptic curve cryptography (ECC), specifically the secp256k1 curve, to generate public-private key pairs. While secure against classical attacks, quantum computers leveraging Shor’s algorithm could extract private keys from exposed public keys, compromising wallets that reuse addresses or broadcast transactions. This vulnerability poses a critical risk to decentralized finance as quantum computing advances.
SEALSQ’s Quantum-Resistant Solution
SEALSQ counters this threat with a NIST-standardized PQC stack based on:
- CRYSTALS-Kyber: A quantum-secure key encapsulation mechanism for secure key exchanges.
- CRYSTALS-Dilithium: A digital signature algorithm ensuring transaction authenticity against quantum attacks.
These lattice-based algorithms provide:
✔ Resistance to Shor’s and Grover’s algorithms.
✔ Forward secrecy and unforgeable signatures.
✔ Hardware-backed security via the QS7001 chip.
QS7001 Secure Element: Hardware-Backed Security
The QS7001 secure element is a tamper-resistant chip designed for:
- Secure storage of post-quantum private keys.
- Efficient quantum-resistant signing and key exchanges.
- Low power consumption, ideal for cold wallets and IoT devices.
Migration Framework for Developers
SEALSQ offers tools for seamless transition to PQC:
- Hybrid Cryptography: Combines ECDSA and Dilithium for backward compatibility.
- Quantum-Safe Addresses: New address formats for future-proof wallets.
- Key Rotation Tools: Securely migrates legacy keys to PQC-protected keys.
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Strategic Vision
Carlos Moreira, CEO of SEALSQ, emphasized:
"Our QS7001 secure element empowers blockchain ecosystems to stay secure in a post-quantum world. The convergence of SEALSQ’s PQC microcontrollers and WISeKey’s Quantum RootKey infrastructure provides the only scalable solution to defend Bitcoin from quantum threats."
FAQ Section
1. Why is quantum computing a threat to Bitcoin?
Quantum computers can break ECC using Shor’s algorithm, exposing private keys if public keys are reused.
2. How does SEALSQ’s solution work?
It replaces ECC with NIST-standardized PQC algorithms (Kyber and Dilithium) embedded in the QS7001 chip.
3. Can existing wallets upgrade to PQC?
Yes, SEALSQ’s hybrid approach allows gradual migration without disrupting current operations.
4. What industries benefit from SEALSQ’s technology?
Blockchain, IoT, healthcare, defense, and automotive sectors, among others.
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About SEALSQ
SEALSQ pioneers Post-Quantum Semiconductors and PKI solutions to counter quantum computing threats. Their technology secures:
- Multi-Factor Authentication
- Smart Energy Systems
- Medical Devices
- Industrial Automation
For details, visit SEALSQ’s official website.
Forward-looking statements involve risks. Refer to SEC filings for details.
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| Carlos Moreira, CEO | The Equity Group Inc. |
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