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SEALSQ Receives a Historic Offer of $125 Million to Promote Post-Quantum Commercialization Worldwide

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SEALSQ Corp (NASDAQ: LAES) has announced the successful signing of a securities purchase agreement for a $125.0 million registered direct offering, marking a major acceleration in the battle to protect the world’s digital infrastructure from potential attacks. The inventor, which is located in Switzerland and specializes in semiconductors, Public Key Infrastructure (PKI), and Post-Quantum technology, plans to leverage this significant investment to strengthen its position in the market and expedite the implementation of its quantum-resistant solutions throughout Europe and the United States.

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Financial Strategy

The offering was sponsored by a Heights Capital Management, Inc. subsidiary and priced at market in compliance with Nasdaq requirements. Many other institutional investors also participated. SEALSQ is selling 30,413,630 ordinary shares (or pre-funded warrants) at a total purchase price of $4.11 per share under the terms of the agreement.

The addition of accompanying warrants, which enable investors to buy up to an extra 60,827,260 ordinary shares, is a crucial part of this transaction. This warrant is instantaneously exercisable, costs $5.50, and lasts seven years. According to typical closing conditions, Maxim Group LLC will handle the sale, which is expected to close on March 17, 2026.

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Developing the Quantum Roadmap

The net earnings are specifically allocated for the aim of bolstering SEALSQ’s capital position to support the Quantum and Post-Quantum commercialization roadmap. The firm hopes to increase its operating footprint by obtaining these funds, with a special emphasis on growing its market share in the US and Europe.

As quantum computer capabilities improve, the “Quantum Threat” has become a serious security issue. RSA and ECC are becoming increasingly vulnerable due to quantum computers’ massive processing capability. By creating hardware and software for Quantum Resistant Cryptography that can fend off these cutting-edge threats, SEALSQ is putting itself at the forefront of this change.

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Advances in Post-Quantum Semiconductor Technology

The integration of SEALSQ’s technologies into a unified ecosystem is at the core of the company’s approach. Quantum Shield QS7001, QVault TPM, and VaultIC Secure Elements are only a few of the company’s secure products. From the production floor to field deployment, these devices are designed to offer a “Root of Trust,” guaranteeing that data and device identities stay safe.

Trust Services, which include TLS Certificates, Managed PKI for IoT, and Custom Semiconductor Design (ASIC), are another area in which SEALSQ innovates. The firm offers a “future-proof” layer of security for sensitive data by incorporating post-quantum cryptography directly into its semiconductor devices. For crucial infrastructure and high-stakes sectors where data integrity is crucial, this is especially important.

Broad Industry Impact

SEALSQ’s post-quantum technology has a wide range of applications that affect nearly every area of the contemporary economy. The products of the firm are made to improve security and resilience in:

• Home automation and smart energy: safeguarding the systems and gadgets that fuel contemporary life.
• EV and automotive charging: Making sure that automobiles and charging infrastructure communicate securely.
• Medical and Healthcare Systems: Preserving the integrity of medical equipment and protecting private patient information.
• Defense and IT Network Infrastructure: Ensuring strong security for both international data flows and national interests.
• Industrial Automation: Safeguarding the control systems that oversee extensive production and transportation.
• Luxury and Consumer IoT: Using device-to-cloud authentication to protect brands and fight counterfeiting.

To keep its technological advantage, SEALSQ continues to investigate AI Deep Learning assaults and other new threats through its Quantum Lab, working with some partners. To further demonstrate its dedication to high-performance technology, the corporation also maintains a prominent affiliation with the BWT Alpine Formula One team.

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Navigating the Future

SEALSQ recognizes the complexity of the growing quantum business, even though the $125 million financing offers a substantial boost. The company’s capacity to effectively develop new products, take a piece of the quantum semiconductor market, and negotiate the general circumstances of the semiconductor business are all important aspects in determining its success. These objectives’ “forward-looking” character entails risks and uncertainties, many of which are related to the field of quantum computing’s explosive growth and development.

SEALSQ is now ready to start a new phase of expansion under the direction of Chairman and CEO Carlos Moreira. In addition to selling goods, the firm is laying the groundwork for the next century of digital innovation by bridging the gap between semiconductor technology and the demands of the quantum age.

A shelf registration statement on Form S-3ASR that was previously submitted to the SEC is being used for the offering. The prospectus supplement and other information are available to investors and interested parties via the SEALSQ investor relations portal or the SEC’s official website.