SEALSQ Corp a company that focuses on developing and selling Semiconductors, PKI, and Post-Quantum technology hardware and software products,  has signed a non-binding Letter of Intent with Ajyal Holding to establish a Joint Venture in the UAE, named KUAENTUM.

As per the press release, the JV will develop a Post-Quantum Semiconductors Personalization Center in Abu Dhabi and integrate a post-quantum satellite production line as part of its global semiconductor and space security strategy. The project is subject to standard closing conditions, including definitive agreements.

The project, valued at approximately $100 million, aims to serve as a secure hub for the personalization and testing of post-quantum cryptographic chips. Core services will include digital ID injection and embedded software updates at both wafer and IC levels. Additionally, the facility will support the production of quantum-resilient communication satellites, delivering end-to-end security from chip to space.

Abu Dhabi was chosen for its rapidly advancing high-tech and space ecosystem, strong support for semiconductor localization, and strategic investment initiatives led by the UAE government. The city offers a unique convergence of digital infrastructure, sovereign wealth backing, and a growing talent base focused on AI, cybersecurity, and aerospace engineering.

Carlos Moreira, CEO of SEALSQ, stated,“The convergence of quantum-resistant chips and secure satellite infrastructure marks a strategic inflection point in global cybersecurity, one that will define the resilience of digital and physical systems for decades to come. By uniting these two capabilities under one roof, we are not only addressing the immediate threats posed by the coming post-quantum era but also creating a scalable platform for innovation across critical industries. Abu Dhabi provides the ideal foundation for this vision, as it is a global hub where semiconductors and space security can be advanced in tandem, setting new standards for international security and technological leadership.”

The PQSPC and satellite production facility will personalize and test post-quantum cryptographic chips based on SEALSQ’s proprietary architectures. They will also integrate quantum-resistant encryption modules directly into satellite systems for government and critical infrastructure applications. The center will serve as a regional hub for semiconductor and space innovation, hosting AI-driven R&D programs for adaptive semiconductors and autonomous satellite systems.

Ahmed Al Romaithi, Chairman of Ajyal Holding, noted, “This partnership with SEALSQ reflects Ajyal Holding’s commitment to advancing the UAE’s position as a global leader in high-tech industries. By combining world-class post-quantum semiconductor expertise with Abu Dhabi’s dynamic innovation ecosystem, we are creating a platform that safeguards digital sovereignty and drives long-term industrial growth. KUAENTUM will not only strengthen our technological resilience but also inspire new generations of Emirati talent to lead in the fields of quantum computing, space, and secure communications.”

SEALSQ’s broader vision includes establishing similar centers globally through Public-Private Partnerships (PPP). The company is currently negotiating similar projects in Europe and Asia. All centers will apply RISC-V-based chip architectures with embedded post-quantum cryptography, ensuring compliance with standards such as Common Criteria and NIST’s PQC guidelines [1].

The project is subject to standard closing conditions, including the execution and signing of definitive agreements. This strategic move underscores SEALSQ’s commitment to advancing semiconductor and space security in a post-quantum era.