Bronschhofen, Switzerland, and San Diego, California, August 12, 2025 – Swissbit, a leading manufacturer of storage and security solutions, today announced a strategic distribution partnership with Tx Systems, Inc., a trusted provider of identity and access management solutions. Under the agreement, Tx Systems will distribute Swissbit’s iShield Key 2 series to customers across the United States and Canada, enabling organizations to adopt modern, hardware-based authentication solutions with ease and confidence.
The partnership brings together Swissbit’s expertise in secure authentication hardware and Tx Systems’ deep knowledge of passkey technology, Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), and converged access solutions.
“With the growing adoption of passkeys and FIDO standards, organizations are looking for authentication solutions that are both secure and easy to deploy,” said Claus Gründel, General Manager Security Solutions at Swissbit. “Tx Systems’ long-standing commitment to securing identity and access makes them an ideal partner to expand the reach of our iShield Key 2 series in North America.”
Tx Systems, headquartered in San Diego, California for more than 25 years, has been at the forefront of identity and access management innovation. With extensive experience in passkey and FIDO technology, the company specializes in Multi-Factor Authentication, Identity and Access Management, and converged access solutions that combine physical and digital security. Serving a wide customer base from government agencies to SMBs and large enterprises, Tx Systems is recognized for its ability to tailor solutions to diverse needs and for its active role in thought leadership on identity and access security.
The Swissbit iShield Key 2 combines passwordless login and physical access control in a single, secure, industrial-grade device. Available in FIDO2-only, Pro (HOTP, TOTP, PIV), MIFARE, or FIPS 140-3 Level 3 certified models, it integrates seamlessly into digital and physical environments. With capacity for up to 300 passkeys and remote update capabilities, it’s built for scale and maximum security. All keys are manufactured to industrial standards at Swissbit’s own semiconductor facility in Berlin, Germany.
"Our customers trust Tx Systems to recommend authentication solutions that are secure, practical, and affordable,” said Eric Gregg, Director of Sales at Tx Systems. "Swissbit iShield Key 2 perfectly aligns with that mission, combining enterprise-grade security with current FIDO standards set forth by the FIDO alliance, to deliver a seamless end-user experience in a password-free environment. All Swissbit iShield keys are compatible with Microsoft Entra ID, webauthn.io, and everywhere else that passkeys are accepted."
Swissbit AG is the leading European technology company for data storage and security solutions. Our vision is to build a connected world where data and identities are trusted, ensuring digital sovereignty. Combining unique expertise in hardware and firmware design with advanced packaging know-how, Swissbit develops and manufactures innovative data storage, data protection, and digital identity solutions.
Swissbit's solutions are utilized across diverse industries, including industrial automation, networking & communications, edge computing, transportation, critical infrastructure, defense, and the public sector.
Founded in 2001, Swissbit operates offices in Switzerland (HQ), Germany, the USA, Japan, and Taiwan, and maintains its own semiconductor production facility in Berlin, Germany.
Swissbit AG
Marian Weber
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Phone: +49 172 854 88 26
Email: marian.weber@swissbit.com