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SEALSQ Corp opens the Grenoble Node of its Quantum Corridor, supporting quantum initiatives across Europe.

SEALSQ Corp (NASDAQ: LAES) announced the inauguration of the Grenoble Node of its Quantum Corridor, developed in partnership with IC’Alps, on November 12, 2025. This initiative aims to enhance connectivity between quantum computing, Artificial Intelligence (AI), cybersecurity, and semiconductor sectors across various regions, including Spain, France, Switzerland, and the United States.

The Quantum Corridor serves as an innovation backbone, fostering technological sovereignty while advancing Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC), semiconductor engineering, and quantum computing. The initiative includes a €40 million hub in Spain for PQC chip personalization and is now expanding with the new French node in Grenoble, known for its strengths in microelectronics and quantum research.

Operating with IC’Alps, the Grenoble Node alongside the Toulouse center will focus on Quantum Application-Specific Integrated Circuit (ASIC) design, semiconductor integration, and quantum computing architectures. The goal is to develop low-power, post-quantum integrated circuits that withstand future quantum attacks and facilitate hybrid computing capabilities.

The initiative also integrates SEALSQ’s expertise in cryptographic semiconductors and deploys PQC protocols while linking various regional nodes, including Switzerland for cryptographic trust and the U.S. for tech integration. Future nodes are planned in the UAE, Korea, and Japan.

Technically, the Quantum Corridor seeks to establish a cohesive ecosystem utilizing NIST-approved algorithms for PQC and dynamic semiconductor architectures. Additionally, it will implement satellite communication systems to support quantum-resilient key exchanges and secure authentication.

“The inauguration of the Grenoble Node marks the operational start of a quantum-secure innovation network,” said Carlos Moreira, CEO of WISeKey and SEALSQ. The project positions SEALSQ at the crossroads of semiconductor sovereignty and post-quantum technologies, underlining Europe’s role in trusted technology.