WISeKey's WISeSat.Space Has Made Significant Progress In The Development Of A European Low Earth Orbit Satellite Constellation To Establish A Competitive Alternative To Existing Networks Such As SpaceX's Starlink And China's Thousand Sails

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WISeSat.Space Progresses on European Low Earth Orbit Satellite Constellation

Geneva, Switzerland – December 4, 2024 – WISeKey International Holding Ltd ("WISeKey" or the "Company") (NASDAQ:WKEY, SIX: WIHN))), a global leader in cybersecurity, digital identity, and Internet of Things (IoT) innovations, today announced that its subsidiary WISeSat.Space has made significant progress in the development of a European Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite constellation to establish a competitive alternative to existing networks such as SpaceX's Starlink and China's Thousand Sails. This initiative underscores Europe's need for technological independence, secure data transmission, and innovation in the satellite industry.

WISeSat.Space has already launched 17 mini-satellites with Space X into orbit through a strategic investment and partnership with Fossa Systems, aimed at expanding its portfolio of space technology assets. Over the next 36 months, WISeSat.Space plans to deploy an additional 88 satellites, complemented by the launch of a next-generation satellite expected in January 2025 from California. This next-generation satellite will significantly enhance global IoT connectivity and environmental monitoring capabilities, supporting applications such as climate change analysis, disaster response, and precision agriculture.