WISeKey Subsidiaries, WISe.ART and
SEALSQ, Partner with Paolina Art, artist Ylan Anoufa, and Clos de
Lunes wines of Bordeaux, On Counterfeit Protection
Venture
Geneva – December 21, 2023: WISeKey International Holding Ltd.
(“WISeKey”) (SIX: WIHN, NASDAQ: WKEY), a global leader in
cybersecurity, digital identity, and Internet of Things (IoT)
solutions operating as a holding company, together with its
subsidiaries WISe.ART and SEALSQ Corp (NASDAQ: LAES) (“SEALSQ”),
today announced a new partnership with Paolina Art, artist Ylan
Anoufa, and Clos de Lunes wines of Bordeaux, to address wine
counterfeiting.
Combining digital art, NFTs, and wine, this collaborative
venture addresses counterfeiting while also pioneering the future
of digital ownership.
The partnership began on December 8, 2023 with
the display of Ylan Anoufa’s dancing bear NFT in Times Square,
marking the convergence of technology and art.
WISe.ART, an emerging force in the digital arts
marketplace, and SEALSQ, semiconductor developer, introduced a
novel authentication system for NFTs that will address the
industry's counterfeit and illegal sales challenges. This
development ensures that the digital future is built on trust,
authenticity, and innovation.
Limited edition bottles of Clos de Lunes wines,
personally crafted by Ylan Anoufa, will soon be available on the
WISe.ART Marketplace with their accompanying digital NFT twins.
Key features of WISe.ART's
offering:
- Proof of
Authenticity: WISe.ART ensures that every NFT purchased is
genuine, providing peace of mind for buyers and collectors in an
industry frequently overshadowed by forgery concerns.
-
Irreversible Linking: Beyond just digital
assurance, WISe.ART bridges the gap between the digital and
physical realms. It creates an unbreakable bond between a digital
asset and its physical counterpart.
-
White-labeling and Distinctive Designs: The
offering entails uniquely identifiable marks, exclusive to the
WISe.ART platform.
- Respect
for Privacy with Robust KYC: While the platform champions
user anonymity, it simultaneously implements rigorous Know Your
Customer (KYC) processes to prevent illegal activities and ensure a
transparent, clean marketplace.
-
State-of-the-art Security: Collaborating with
WISeKey’s security technologies, WISe.ART guarantees unparalleled
protection throughout the NFT journey, from creation to sale.
AnoufaBears & The Digital
RevolutionIn collaboration with WISe.ART, Anoufa's bears
and bottles are set to embrace the digital realm. With the
incorporation of the SEALSQ VaultIC155 semiconductor, a contactless
solution designed to ward off counterfeiting, the digital twins
will boast features like Open Detection and Privacy mode.
WISe.ART's CEO Carlos Moreira, commented "We
believe in a future where digital assets are as valuable as
physical ones. Our mission at WISe.ART is to ensure that this
future is authentic, secure, and accessible to all."
As the world gravitates towards a digital
future, NFTs are poised for exponential growth. They represent more
than just art – they are the essence of digital ownership, offering
tangible value in virtual spaces. Their applications, as
demonstrated by this partnership, make them a cornerstone of the
digital evolution.
The launch of WISe.ART's authentication system
is not just a game-changer for the NFT industry; it's a beacon for
the digital era.
For more information, please visit:
www.wisekey.com.
About Paolina ArtPaolina Art offers a
multi-dimensional exploration of the art world.
It promotes the work of contemporary artists from various
backgrounds by embracing the fusion of an artist's work with
various forms of art, including wine, digital fashion, NFTs, music,
and many other creative avenues.
Whether it be through the immersive experience of a virtual
artwork, or the harmonious melodies of a musical composition,
Paolina Art explores and celebrates art in all its diverse forms,
offers a diverse exploration of contemporary art, showcasing
artists from varied backgrounds and blending their work with
mediums like wine, digital fashion, NFTs, and music.
For more information, please visit: www.paolina-art.com
About Ylan Anoufa:The Maestro
behind AnoufaBears, Ylan Anoufa, born in 1980, is an embodiment of
perpetual evolution. His art, found across global cities from Paris
to Hong Kong, beams with modernity, humour, and a thought-provoking
narrative. With a heart that radiates positivity, Ylan's artwork
becomes a vibrant fusion of colour, harmony, space, and form.
Combining his stylistic finesse in painting and sculpture, Ylan’s
graphics are a testament to his poetic inspiration. His
collaborations with music legends like Lenny Kavitz and the Rolling
Stones, as well as commercial endorsements with brands such as
Porsche and Barbie, further enhance his global statue.
For more information, please visit:
www.anoufabear.com
About Clos de LunesOlivier Bernard and the
Domaine de Chevalier team ventured into the Sauternais, a renowned
land with twenty-six Classified Growths, to create an exceptional
dry white wine in 2011. The innovative Clos des Lunes project
merges the potential of the ancient terroir marking a
groundbreaking chapter in Bordeaux wine history.
For more information, please visit: www.closdeslunes.com
About WISeKey:WISeKey
International Holding Ltd (“WISeKey”, SIX: WIHN; Nasdaq: WKEY) is a
global leader in cybersecurity, digital identity, and IoT solutions
platform. It operates as a Swiss-based holding company through
several operational subsidiaries, each dedicated to specific
aspects of its technology portfolio. The subsidiaries include (i)
SEALSQ Corp (Nasdaq: LAES), which focuses on semiconductors, PKI,
and post-quantum technology products, (ii) WISeKey SA which
specializes in RoT and PKI solutions for secure authentication and
identification in IoT, Blockchain, and AI, (iii) WISeSat AG which
focuses on space technology for secure satellite communication,
specifically for IoT applications, and (iv) WISe.ART Corp which
focuses on trusted blockchain NFTs and operates the WISe.ART
marketplace for secure NFT transactions.
Each subsidiary contributes to WISeKey’s mission
of securing the internet while focusing on their respective areas
of research and expertise. Their technologies seamlessly integrate
into the comprehensive WISeKey platform. WISeKey secures digital
identity ecosystems for individuals and objects using Blockchain,
AI, and IoT technologies. With over 1.6 billion microchips deployed
across various IoT sectors, WISeKey plays a vital role in securing
the Internet of Everything. The company’s semiconductors generate
valuable Big Data that, when analyzed with AI, enable predictive
equipment failure prevention. Trusted by the OISTE/WISeKey
cryptographic Root of Trust, WISeKey provides secure authentication
and identification for IoT, Blockchain, and AI applications. The
WISeKey Root of Trust ensures the integrity of online transactions
between objects and people. For more information on WISeKey’s
strategic direction and its subsidiary companies, please visit
www.wisekey.com.
About WISe.ART
WISe.ART platform leverages WISeKey’s strong
cybersecurity expertise, digital identity technology, and the power
of blockchain to offer a unique marketplace for NFTs, connecting
artists, buyers, and collectors, while ensuring the provenance and
authenticity of digital artworks.
About SEALSQSEALSQ Corp (NASDAQ: LAES) is a
wholly owned subsidiary of the WISeKey Group that focuses on
developing and selling Semiconductors, PKI and Post-Quantum
technology hardware and software products. Our Post-Quantum
solutions include Post-Quantum microchips and devices that can be
used in a variety of applications, from Multi-Factor Authentication
devices, Home Automation, and IT Network Infrastructure, to
Automotive, Industrial Automation and Control Systems.
Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) refers to
cryptographic methods that are secure against an attack by a
quantum computer. As quantum computers become more powerful, they
may be able to break many of the cryptographic methods that are
currently used to protect sensitive information, such as RSA and
Elliptic Curve Cryptography (ECC). PQC aims to develop new
cryptographic methods that are secure against quantum attacks. For
more information visit https://www.SEALSQ.com
Press and investor contacts:
WISeKey International Holding LtdCarlos
MoreiraChairman & CEOTel: +41 22 594
3000info@wisekey.com |
WISeKey Investor Relations (US)The Equity Group
Inc.Lena Cati+1 212 836-9611 / lcati@equityny.comKatie MurphyThe
Equity Group Inc.+1 212 836-9612 / kmurphy@equityny.com |
WISe.ARTSixtine CrutchfieldArt DirectorTel:
+41225943000scrutchfield@wisekey.com |
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