WISeKey Signs Agreement with Universa Blockchain to join the La Linea, Gibraltar 4th Industrial Revolution Center of Excellence

WISeKey Signs Agreement with Universa Blockchain to join the La Linea, Gibraltar 4th Industrial Revolution Center of Excellence

Geneva, Moscow, Gibraltar, La Linea – January 19, 2022 – WISeKey International Holding Ltd (“WISeKey “) (SIX: WIHN, NASDAQ: WKEY), a leading global cybersecurity, AI, Blockchain and IoT company, announces the signing of a strategic partnership with Universa Blockchain.

The agreement includes deep cooperation at the La Linea Gibraltar 4th Industrial Revolution Center of Excellence (LLG 4IR).

It was created following the signing of two Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with Mr. Fabian Picardo, Chief Minister of Gibraltar and the Mayor of La Línea de la Concepción, Mr. Juan Franco, to spearhead innovation in the region.

The parties will unite joint efforts in the breakthrough directions of Advanced Air Mobility (AAM), Energy sector, Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC), Non-fungible tokens (NFT) and Metaverses that Morgan Stanley predicts an $8 trillion opportunity.

The partnership also thrives the ecosystem of cities of the Future: National Blockchain, Digital Passports, Smart City Management, Digital coupons and instant verification of documents based on QR codes, Tokenization and Digital Commodity.

According to research from Markets and Markets, the global Internet of Things (IoT) in smart cities market size is projected to hit $350 billion by 2026.

Alexander Borodich, CEO of Universa Blockchain stated: “There should be a digital hub of expertise for the whole world. It is a great honor for us to stand next to partners who look to the future. We plan to implement the best blockchain solutions focused on air mobility and digital assets that will set the basis for the flourishing of the LLG 4IR center.”

The fourth industrial revolution is a way of breaking down the boundaries between the physical and digital worlds.

It is a fusion of advances in artificial intelligence (AI), blockchain, robotics, the Internet of Things (IoT), genetic engineering, quantum computing and other technologies.

The Industrial Revolution Center of Excellence started its operations with the successful launch of WISeSAT Fossa Systems satellites ​​aboard SpaceX transporter rideshare 3 mission last week.

It will be managed from the ground by the recently installed control station based in La Linea de la Concepcion, Spain.

The business model of the joint 4IR Center of Excellence is to assist innovative start-ups in areas such as AI, Blockchain, IoT, Satellite, IoT, Drones, Cybersecurity and Quantum to perform collective R&D activities, promote their technologies internationally, facilitate the rapid adaptation and on-boarding of 4IR-based solutions, foster stronger collaboration between the public, private and academic sectors and cooperate to ensure that the latest technological standards are made available in a safe and trusted manner.

About Universa Blockchain

Universa Blockchain is a decentralized infrastructure offering an extremely fast and secure blockchain network, smart-contracts, tokenization and data storage services for enterprises and governments.

The company was founded in 2017 by Alexander Borodich, a blockchain investor, serial entrepreneur, and digital media strategist.

He is the current Chairman of the Scientific Research & Innovative Technologies Commission at the International Aerospace Committee.

For more information, visit https://universablockchain.com/

About WISeKey

WISeKey (SIX Swiss Exchange: WIHN) is a leading global cybersecurity company currently deploying large scale digital identity ecosystems for people and objects using Blockchain, AI and IoT respecting the Human as the Fulcrum of the Internet. WISeKey Microprocessors Secures the pervasive computing shaping today’s Internet of Everything. WISeKey IoT has an install base of over 1.6 billion microchips in virtually all IoT sectors (connected cars, smart cities, drones, agricultural sensors, anti-counterfeiting, smart lighting, servers, computers, mobile phones, crypto tokens etc.). WISeKey is uniquely positioned to be at the edge of IoT as our semiconductors produce a huge amount of Big Data that, when analyzed with Artificial Intelligence (AI), can help industrial applications to predict the failure of their equipment before it happens.

Our technology is Trusted by the OISTE. WISeKey’s Swiss based cryptographic Root of Trust (“RoT”) provides secure authentication and identification, in both physical and virtual environments, for the Internet of Things, Blockchain and Artificial Intelligence. The WISeKey RoT serves as a common trust anchor to ensure the integrity of online transactions among objects and between objects and people. For more information, visit www.wisekey.com.

Press and investor contacts

WISeKey
Company Contact:
Carlos Moreira
Chairman & CEO
Tel: +41 22 594 3000
info@wisekey.com
WISeKey Investor Relations (US)
Contact:
Lena Cati
The Equity Group Inc.
Tel: +1 212 836-9611
lcati@equityny.com

Disclaimer:

This communication expressly or implicitly contains certain forward-looking statements concerning WISeKey International Holding Ltd and its business. Such statements involve certain known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors, which could cause the actual results, financial condition, performance or achievements of WISeKey International Holding Ltd to be materially different from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. WISeKey International Holding Ltd is providing this communication as of this date and does not undertake to update any forward-looking statements contained herein as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

This press release does not constitute an offer to sell, or a solicitation of an offer to buy, any securities, and it does not constitute an offering prospectus within the meaning of article 652a or article 1156 of the Swiss Code of Obligations or a listing prospectus within the meaning of the listing rules of the SIX Swiss Exchange. Investors must rely on their own evaluation of WISeKey and its securities, including the merits and risks involved. Nothing contained herein is or shall be relied on as, a promise or representation as to the future performance of WISeKey.

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Atari® Partners with ICICB Group and Grants Licensing Rights to Build Atari Hotels in Dubai, Gibraltar, and Spain

Atari® Partners with ICICB Group and Grants Licensing Rights to Build Atari Hotels in Dubai, Gibraltar, and Spain

Paris, March 10, 2021 – Atari®, a world-wide known producer in the industry of consumer brands and interactive entertainment products, announced today that it has entered into a license agreement with ICICB Group for the development of Atari branded hotels. According to the agreement, the first hotels will be constructed at selected locations outside the US, with Dubai, Gibraltar and Spain being the first countries to host the Atari hotels. The licensing agreement was concluded with ICICB Group, a multinational holding group, with diversified portfolio, which has presence in the majority of prime markets around the world. This agreement with ICICB Group is in addition to the licensing agreement of January 2020 already entered into with GSD Group and covering eight cities in the USA.

Under the provisions of the agreement, Atari is entitled to 5% of the revenues generated from the hotels. In addition, Atari is entitled to receiving an amount of US$0.5 million, in the form of a non-refundable advance payment and consulting fees.

ICICB Group specializes in bringing forth innovative solutions and projects, while targeting the transformation of the digital world. The Group, by utilizing practical content and state-of-the-art technology, is active in many sectors that include, among others, digital banking, crypto trading and finance, commercial real estate, security, and luxury items. ICICB Group is dedicated to offer innovative products and services that leverage Artificial Intelligence, by concluding partnerships with some of the world’s most known companies.

Atari hotels will be designed in accordance with the latest trends in hospitality industry. With sophisticated style and modern twists, the common areas will immerse visitors into the video game universe and the Atari brand. The hotels will feature Atari gaming playgrounds, several function rooms, co-working areas, fine restaurants and bars, a bakery, a movie theater, as well as a gym. The design of Atari hotels targets both, those who travel for business and those who seek please and entertainment, by offering an all-in-one luxurious and entertaining experience.

Atari reserves the rights for the development of similar hotels in United States and worldwide.

Disclaimer:

Upon the conclusion of the licensing agreement between Atari and ICICB Group, there are certain aspects that remain inherently uncertain. These include, among others, the realization of plans, the operational budget, as well as the plan relating to finances. The non-realization of these assumptions may have an impact on their overall value.

About Atari:

Atari, an affiliated company of Atari SA and its subsidiaries, constitutes a worldwide entity focusing in offering interactive entertainment and multiplatform licensing products. Atari was founded in 1972 and since then, the company forms a leading innovation-driven brand in the world of video games. The company’s portfolio includes the ownership and management of more than 200 games and franchises. Some of the most known titles are Asteroids®, Centipede®, Missile Command® and Pong®. Atari makes also available attractive online games for smartphones, tables, and other compatible devices with its state-of-the-art portfolio and projects. The company is responsible for the development and distribution of interactive entertainment gaming consoles by maintaining partnerships with some of the world’s most reputable companies, such as Microsoft, Sony, and Nintendo. Atari utilizes its brand and franchises by offering licensing agreements in other industries, such as media, derivative products, and publishing.

For more information, visit www.atari.com and www.atari-investisseurs.fr/en/. Atari shares are listed in
France on Euronext Paris (Compartment C, ISIN Code FR0010478248, Ticker ATA), in Sweden on Nasdaq
First North Growth Market as Swedish Depositary Receipts (ISIN Code SE0012481232, Ticker ATA SDB)
and are eligible for the Nasdaq International program in the United States (OTC – Ticker PONGF).

©2021 Atari Interactive, Inc.  Atari and the Atari logo are registered trademarks owned by Atari Interactive, Inc.  All individual Atari game names and logos are trademarks or registered trademarks of Atari Interactive, Inc. or its affiliates.

About ICICB:

ICICB is a holding company, with a diversified portfolio, that was founded in an effort to exceed the standard notion of traditional leadership. In doing so, ICICB Group seeks to apply the key concepts of leadership in an evolving process of digital transformation. An important aspect contributing to such transformation is that ICICB stresses the importance of transforming the process and provides the necessary means for its continuance or completion. ICICB Group holds a crucial role in inspiring, motivating, planning, and directing the further advancement of its constituent businesses, corporate entities, and leading professionals in respective areas.

The Group maintains partnerships aiming the digital business transformation. By covering a wide range of potentials, ranging from strategy drafting and planning to supervision of technical aspects, ICICB Group holds a long tradition in creating innovative businesses and submitting proposals that showcase an extensive amount of professionalism willingness, and ability to widen new horizons. Investment-wise, ICICB Group maintains a long-term outlook and strategically targets organic growth through acquisitions in fields in which the management demonstrates notable expertise and experience. The Group’s strategy allows for the utilization of optimal flexibility in terms of financing and investment decision processes.

Contacts

Atari – Philippe Mularski, CFO                                                            Calyptus – Marie Calleux
Tel +33 1 83 64 61 57 – pm@atari-sa.com                                        Tel + 33 1 53 65 68 68 – atari@calyptus.net

Redeye AB (Certified Adviser) – Catharina Prämhall
Tel: +46 8 121 576 90 – certifiedadviser@redeye.se

This is information that Atari SA. is obliged to make public pursuant to the EU Market Abuse Regulation. The information was submitted for publication, through the agency of the contact persons set out above, on March10th, 2021 at 06:30pm CET.

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All transaction are carrying out by SiLLC, a private portfolio management assembly. This document is not an offer of securities for sale or investment advisory services. This document contains general information only and is not intended to represent general or specific investment advice. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future results and targets are not guaranteed. Certain statements and forecasted data are based on current expectations, current market and economic conditions, estimates, projections, opinions and beliefs of SiLLC and/or its members. Due to various risks and uncertainties, actual results may differ materially from those reflected or contemplated in such forward-looking statements or in any of the case studies or forecasts. All references to SiLLC’s advisory activities relates to SiLLC Assembly International.


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