WISeKey Unveils Next-Gen WISeID: Decentralized Identity Platform for People and Objects.

WISeKey has launched a next-generation WISeID platform, a decentralized identity framework for the decentralized internet. The platform combines WISeID, a people identity platform, and SEALCOIN, an object identity platform, to enable secure interactions, transactions, and authentication for individuals and connected devices with full autonomy. The platform builds on WISeKey's 25-year leadership in digital identity and leverages its cryptographic root of trust, embedded in over 7 billion devices, websites, and iOS systems worldwide.

WISeKey International Holding Ltd. (SIX: WIHN, NASDAQ: WKEY) has announced the launch of its next-generation WISeID platform, a fully decentralized identity framework designed for the decentralized internet. This innovative solution combines WISeID, a people identity platform, and SEALCOIN, an object identity platform, to enable secure interactions, transactions, and authentication for individuals and connected devices with full autonomy [1].

The new platform builds upon WISeKey's 25-year leadership in digital identity and leverages its cryptographic root of trust, which is embedded in over 7 billion devices, websites, and iOS systems worldwide. This extensive deployment underscores WISeKey's commitment to digital identity security and its ability to provide a robust foundation for secure interactions in the digital age.

The primary challenge facing the current digital ecosystem is the vulnerability of centralized systems to data breaches and identity theft. To address this, WISeKey has developed a Self-Sovereign Identity (SSI) platform that allows users to regain control of their digital identities. The platform employs blockchain technologies and the Hedera Consensus Service (HCS) to issue and manage verifiable credentials, ensuring that private user data remains off-chain and protected.

The integration of certified identity verification methods, including physical, video, and AI-driven KYC, further enhances the security and reliability of the platform. Users benefit from multi-factor authentication, an open-source framework that ensures interoperability without vendor lock-in, and Swiss-based data storage that guarantees compliance with the highest privacy standards while maintaining user ownership of their data.

One of the key advancements in the new WISeID platform is the implementation of the "Quantum Root Key," a post-quantum cryptographic (PQC) algorithm designed to protect digital identities, communications, and systems against the disruptive power of quantum computing. This innovative approach addresses the growing threat posed by quantum computing, which has the potential to render current encryption schemes obsolete [1].

The combined WISeID and SEALCOIN ecosystem provides a critical alternative to centralized identity providers, empowering individuals and organizations to remain in full control of their digital presence. Unlike traditional identity providers that exploit user data for commercial gain, WISeID allows users to attach trusted attributes to their online persona with autonomy and consent.

The latest enhancements to WISeID include free identity validation via smartphone or computer camera, allowing users to confirm their identity by scanning an official ID and matching it with facial recognition. New digital certificates offer multiple levels of assurance, from free email-only certificates to advanced and professional certificates that incorporate verified personal or organizational details. A new digital document signing solution enables users to sign PDFs directly from any device, with WISeID automatically generating secure single-use certificates for each signature. Additionally, enterprises can now deploy WISeID corporate accounts, giving administrators centralized control over employee and customer identities while streamlining the management of digital signatures.

By merging WISeID and SEALCOIN and embedding them within a quantum-resistant architecture, WISeKey is pioneering a universal decentralized identity ecosystem for both people and objects. This milestone reflects WISeKey's mission to empower individuals and businesses to protect their digital lives and operate with confidence in an increasingly connected and soon-to-be quantum-powered world.

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[1] https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2025/08/25/3138498/0/en/WISeKey-Unveils-Its-Next-Generation-WISeID-A-Fully-Decentralized-Identity-Platform-for-People-and-Objects.html