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GENEVA - SEALSQ Corp (NASDAQ: LAES), a semiconductor technology company with a market capitalization of $482 million, ColibriTD and Xdigit announced Monday a six-month roadmap to develop a solution addressing IR Drop issues in sub-7nm semiconductor nodes, potentially improving wafer yields and reducing production costs. According to InvestingPro data, SEALSQ maintains a strong financial position with a current ratio of 6.0, indicating robust liquidity to fund its development initiatives. InvestingPro subscribers have access to 10 additional key insights about SEALSQ's financial health and growth prospects.
The collaborative effort aims to solve power distribution challenges that have emerged as significant bottlenecks in advanced semiconductor manufacturing. At nodes below 7nm, yield losses can exceed 50% due to increased wire resistance and quantum effects, according to the press release statement. The company's stock has shown remarkable performance, with a 364.76% return over the past year, reflecting investor confidence in its technological initiatives.
The proposed solution combines Xdigit's expertise in IR Drop mathematical modeling with quantum computing to solve complex Partial Differential Equations that govern voltage fluctuations across power distribution networks.
"By leveraging quantum computing and Xdigit's advanced IR Drop modeling to solve challenges at 7nm and below, we're addressing a critical barrier to advanced manufacturing," said Carlos Moreira, CEO of SEALSQ.
Fabrice Siracusa, CEO of Xdigit, noted that quantum computing "enables us to accelerate and optimize design phases, delivering first-time-right circuits and significantly improving yields."
The companies claim that improving yield from 50% to 80% on a single wafer could reduce per-chip costs by nearly half. The technology could also enhance security for quantum-resistant microcontrollers by minimizing unintended electromagnetic emissions that attackers exploit to extract cryptographic keys.
The development follows SEALSQ's launch of its Quantum Lab in December 2024 and plans to invest up to $20 million in quantum startups. The companies expect to demonstrate a proof-of-concept following the development period, with commercial deployment targeted for 2026. Based on InvestingPro's Fair Value analysis, SEALSQ appears to be trading above its Fair Value, suggesting investors should carefully monitor the company's progress in executing its development roadmap. For comprehensive analysis of SEALSQ and 1,400+ other US stocks, investors can access detailed Pro Research Reports through their InvestingPro subscription.
In other recent news, SEALSQ Corp has made a strategic investment of $10 million in WISeSat.Space AG, acquiring a 9% equity stake to support the deployment of a quantum-ready satellite constellation. SEALSQ also announced it will provide 30 million digital certificates for smart meters in the Asia Pacific region through a partnership with Landis+Gyr, utilizing its Public Key Infrastructure tool, INeS, to enhance security. Additionally, SEALSQ renewed its ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certifications with zero non-conformities, demonstrating a commitment to quality and environmental management. In collaboration with WISeKey, SEALSQ unveiled a new security solution for autonomous robots, integrating post-quantum semiconductor technology with WISeKey's Root of Trust infrastructure. This initiative aims to ensure secure robot operations through cryptographic identity and blockchain technology. WISeKey also announced the upcoming launch of its WISeSat 3.0 satellite, which will incorporate SEALSQ's Quantum RootKey technology to secure data against cyberattacks. This satellite will facilitate secure communications and digital identity services, contributing to WISeKey's broader initiative to deploy a constellation of quantum-resistant satellites by 2027. These developments highlight SEALSQ's ongoing efforts in advancing quantum-safe technologies and strengthening its position in the cybersecurity and IoT markets.
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