Weekly Intelligence Brief on High-performance Computing and Quantum Security - Week of November 10, 2025

Key Takeaways

• WISeKey collaborates with Swiss Armed Forces to enhance satellite security.
• Aligned Data Centers and Calibrant Energy launch battery storage project for early grid access.
• Crusoe and Starcloud plan a public cloud service in space, utilizing satellite Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) capacity.
• Automated Model Deployment (AMD) partners with the DOE to develop Lux and Discovery supercomputers for Artificial Intelligence (AI) enhancement.
• Sophos reports rising ransomware payments in retail, stemming from security gaps.

WISeKey International Holding Ltd and the Swiss Armed Forces advanced their collaboration focused on satellite security, initiated in 2022. This effort centers on a Secure Authentication Framework (SAF) that combines secured Internet of Things (IoT) satellites with post-quantum cryptographic technologies.

Recent reports revealed vulnerabilities in the Satellite Communications (Satcom) ecosystem, leading to unencrypted signals being intercepted easily. In response, WISeKey and the Swiss Armed Forces are working to ensure secure communications, enhancing Switzerland’s sovereign capabilities and minimizing reliance on foreign satellites.

Aligned Data Centers and Calibrant Energy announced a battery storage project aimed at improving grid power access at Aligned's Pacific Northwest facility. Expected to be operational by 2026, this system will allow earlier operations than conventional utility upgrades, addressing increased power demands across several sectors.

Crusoe partnered with Starcloud to establish the first public cloud service in space, projected for late 2026. The service will utilize satellite resources for GPU capacity, aiming to redefine traditional AI infrastructure while leveraging solar energy availability in space.

AMD reported its collaboration with the Department of Energy to create two supercomputers, Lux and Discovery, at Oak Ridge National Laboratory. These systems, set for deployment between 2026 and 2028, aim to foster advancements in AI and High performance computing (HPC).

Sophos released its State of Ransomware in Retail report, highlighting that 58% of retailers paid ransom demands due to incidents primarily arising from unknown security gaps. The report reveals a trend towards greater resilience among retailers, with many opting to negotiate lower payments than initially requested.

1. WISeKey and Swiss Armed Forces Enhance Satellite Security
   The partnership enhances Swiss sovereignty in secure technology, addressing vulnerabilities revealed in recent satellite communication reports.
2. Aligned Data Centers, Calibrant Energy collaborate on battery storage project for grid access
   Aligned Data Centers and Calibrant Energy announced a battery storage project to enhance grid access at their Pacific Northwest facility.
3. Crusoe partners with Starcloud to launch public cloud service in space
   Crusoe partnered with Starcloud to launch a public cloud service in space, aiming to offer GPU capacity from a satellite in 2026.
4. AMD Develops Lux and Discovery Supercomputers for U.S. AI Advancement
   AMD and the DOE announced Lux and Discovery supercomputers to advance U.S. leadership in AI and HPC.
5. SEALSQ and WISeKey partner with Swiss Armed Forces on Satcom
   Collaboration between SEALSQ, WISeKey, and the Swiss Armed Forces aims to address vulnerabilities in Satcom.
6. Sophos report highlights 58% of retailers paid ransomware demands
   46% of retail ransomware incidents stemmed from unknown security gaps, according to Sophos' recent report on ransomware attacks.
7. Arctic Wolf acquires UpSight Security to enhance Aurora's endpoint security
   Arctic Wolf announced the acquisition of UpSight Security to enhance Aurora with AI-powered ransomware prevention features.
8. Edgecore Networks partners with Aviz Networks to enhance SONiC solutions in India.
   Aviz Networks and Edgecore Networks aim to support India's expanding data center industry with improved SONiC solutions.
9. Aviz Networks and Celestica collaborate on SONiC networking solutions
   Aviz Networks and Celestica partnered to enhance SONiC networking solutions with advanced Ethernet switches and new management tools.