A dual challenge for finance
The financial sector faces a convergence of advanced cyber threats and growing regulatory demands. Quantum computing, capable of breaking today's cryptography, calls for a shift to post-quantum cryptography (PQC); at the same time, the EU AI Act (full enforcement in 2027) adds compliance requirements for AI systems.
SEALSQ, a leading Swiss PQC firm, has acquired a majority stake in WeCan Group and commits CHF 5 million to accelerate an AI-powered compliance co-pilot.
What the SEALSQ-WeCan alliance brings
The union combines cutting-edge cryptography with intelligent compliance automation. Tap each piece to see its weight.
Where it adds value to banking
The solution doesn't solve a single problem, but addresses several financial-sector priorities at once.
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Impact on the financial sector
By combining PQC with AI, the co-pilot offers a proactive shield against quantum decryption and, at the same time, simplifies compliance with complex regulations like the EU AI Act.
For institutions, this translates into less operational risk, lower compliance costs and human capital freed for strategic tasks.
Preparing for the quantum era is not a future option: data encrypted today is already at stake.
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Relevance for Barcelona
For European financial institutions, including those in dynamic hubs like Barcelona, the EU AI Act places significant obligations, especially in critical sectors like finance.
A solution combining automated compliance and quantum defense offers a competitive edge in a rapidly evolving regulatory and cybersecurity landscape.
Looking ahead
The alliance is part of SEALSQ's vision of a sovereign, integrated quantum stack. As the quantum era approaches, solutions like this will be indispensable to maintaining trust and security in the global economy.
“Security is no longer just defending against today's attack, but against what could decrypt tomorrow what is stolen now.”
