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With the Security Upgrade Kit, Swissbit offers a user-friendly and secure solution that protects embedded systems and complies with relevant cybersecurity regulations. The kit includes an industrial-grade microSD card as well as appropriate documentation, software, and tools. It offers hardware-based access control, real-time data encryption with AES 256, and customizable protection profiles. Areas of application include the copy protection of sensitive data and the protection of system integrity through Secure Boot.

Swissbit is proud to announce its first-ever participation in Supercomputing 2024 (SC24), taking place November 17-22 in Atlanta, Georgia, USA. As a major international conference dedicated to high-performance computing, networking, storage and analysis, SC24 provides an ideal platform for Swissbit to present its latest innovations in storage technology. Attendees can visit Swissbit at booth 617, where the company will be highlighting its state-of-the-art PCIe solutions, including the PCIe Gen5 D2200 series and the N3000 series.

…to Secure Government Agencies and Fulfill Federal Cybersecurity Requirements

RSA and Swissbit announced that RSA will start introducing its next-generation hardware authenticators RSA iShield Key 2 series powered by Swissbit alongside RSA® ID Plus for Government. By aligning their efforts with international regulatory bodies, RSA and Swissbit will empower federal agencies and the private sector with secure, user-friendly authentication practices to achieve optimal Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA).

Swissbit is proud to participate for the first time in Identity Week America 2024, held September 11–12 at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, DC. We will showcase our innovative iShield Key authenticators, highlighting the critical role of phishing-resistant hardware security keys in an era of exponential increases in credential exposures and data breaches. Swissbit will also be actively involved in the conference program, with IAM technologist Chris Collier participating in three sessions.

Swissbit introduces its first PCIe Gen5 SSD with the launch of the D2200 series. Designed for enterprise servers and edge data centers, this series offers outstanding performance with up to 14 GB/s for sequential read and 10 GB/s for sequential write. The new SSD also excels in energy efficiency, delivering a sequential read performance of up to 970 MB/s per watt. The D2200 will be available in U.2 and E1.S form factors with storage capacities of 8 TB and 16 TB in late August.

The new N2000 and N3000 product families primarily address applications that require PCIe performance as well as a balanced ratio of low power consumption and reduced heat generation. Swissbit thus meets the requirements of edge servers and other systems with limited cooling capabilities due to their compact design or whose power consumption is restricted. Security functions such as TCG Opal 2.0 as well as a wide variety of form factors top off the list of features.

このたび発表されたUSB-Cインターフェースモデルは、これまでのUSB-Aモデルと同じくFIDO2標準、PIV（Personal Identity Verification）、HOTP（HMACベースのワンタイムパスワード）、TOTP（時間ベースのワンタイムパスワード）などのセキュリティプロトコルをサポートする認証デバイスです。iShield Key Proは物理的なアクセス制御にも使用でき、最も柔軟性の高いセキュリティキーの1つです。

Swissbit is expanding its portfolio of hardware-based security keys with the new iShield Key Pro featuring a USB-C interface. Like its USB-A counterpart, the new model supports the FIDO2 standard as well as the PIV, HOTP and TOTP security protocols. The iShield Key Pro can also be used for physical access control applications, making it one of the most flexible security keys. It is also suitable for implementing security guidelines such as NIS-2, which requires multifactor authentication (MFA) in connection with IT systems for access control.

Showcasing leading-edge FIDO2 solutions

Swissbit is thrilled to announce its first participation in the prestigious RSA Conference taking place from May 6 to May 9, 2024, at the Moscone Center in San Francisco. This marks a significant milestone for Swissbit as it introduces its cutting-edge iShield Key product series to the RSA community, emphasizing the importance of robust hardware authentication in today’s digital age. In concert with the RSA, Swissbit is excited to unveil the latest addition to its hardware token portfolio: the new iShield Key Pro with a USB-C interface.

The new PS-66(u) DP SD and microSD cards are not only distinguished by their proven robustness and industrial suitability but also offer a very special feature: they are certified CmReady by Wibu-Systems, enabling the integration of CodeMeter technology for software protection and license management. The use of the new Swissbit memory cards as additional license containers within the CodeMeter ecosystem offers an effective and cost-efficient way for developers of embedded and IoT...

IT service provider Net Universe and Swissbit have entered a sales partnership. Net Universe is thus expanding its cybersecurity portfolio and will now offer Swissbit’s iShield Key product series for protecting online accounts with the strongest and most flexible hardware authentication, led by the hardware security token iShield Key Pro. Net Universe seamlessly integrates IT and logistics, offering global technology services alongside comprehensive logistics solutions and operating storage services within their own warehouses.

今後加賀ソルネットは、スイスビットが提供するプラグアンドプレイ型のセキュリティ製品である「iShield Key」、「iShield HSM」、「iShield Carera/Archive」、「Secure Boot Solution for Raspberry Pi」の取り扱いを開始し、サイバーセキュリティソリューションのポートフォリオを拡大します。Swissbit セキュリティ製品ファミリーは、加賀ソルネット様および加賀ソルネット様のリセラーパートナーから入手可能です。

High-Performance PCIe SSD Engineered for Reliability and Endurance

Swissbit is broadening its portfolio of high-performance PCIe SSDs with the N3202, which bridges the gap between pure industrial solutions and enterprise or data center SSDs. With its robust design, integrated Swissbit powersafe PLP technology, and advanced security features, the N3202 is engineered to deliver unmatched reliability and endurance for industrial, NetCom, as well as enterprise storage applications.

最新のX-7xシリーズは、品質とイノベーションに対するSwissbitの取り組みを反映した製品です。製品寿命を延ばすことで総所有コスト（TCO）の削減を実現するとともに、一部の製品については、業界をリードするSwissbitの電源損失保護（PLP）機能であるパワーセーフ（powersafe）™を搭載しています。新たなSSD製品であるX-7xシリーズはフォーム・ファクター別に、2.5インチの「X-73」と「X-75 P」、M.2（2280および2242）の「X-75m.2」と「X-78m.2」、スリムSATAの「X-75s」と全5種が取り揃えられており、40GBから最大1.92TBまでの幅広い容量を提供します。

The series X-73, X-75 and X-78 are powered by cutting-edge industrial 112-layer 3D NAND technology, bringing unprecedented reliability and extended lifespan to the world’s most crucial networks. The new portfolio not only offers reduced Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) thanks to its extended product life cycle, but also comes with powersafe SSDs – Swissbit’s industry-leading power loss protection feature. With an industry-leading 100k P/E cycles, the high endurance versions in pSLC mode are aimed at addressing the increasing market demand for durable and reliable data storage solutions.

PCIe Gen4 SSD in E1.S and U.2 form factors offers industry-leading IOPS-per-watt ratio

The N5200 Enterprise SSD combines reliability, durability, and scalability, making it the ideal choice for mission-critical applications. The SSD is a particularly efficient storage solution that consumes up to 30 percent less power than other PCIe Gen4 SSDs while delivering up to twice the performance. The N5200 range is Swissbit's first SSD solution available in Enterprise and Data Center Standard Form Factor (EDSFF) E1.S in addition to U.2. It is available in storage capacities from 1.92 to 7.68 TB.

At the “Microelectronics: Key to Transformation,” event held on September 18, 2023 at the German Federal Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate Action, Swissbit Germany AG received a symbolic funding intent for several million euros. As an associated partner of the IPCEI Microelectronics and Communication Technologies (IPCEI ME/CT), Swissbit will receive funding for the “True-MEM” project, the overarching aim of which is to expand trusted supply and value chains for critical microelectronics components.

microSD card with encryption function offers reliable access protection for video and image data

The card is intended particularly for manufacturers and users for whom sensitive data confidentiality and data protection in line with GDPR legislation are top priorities. It can be used host-independently with all common camera types. The plug-and-play system offers insurance firms, governments, or security organizations an effective solution to guarantee that recordings are never viewed, copied, or erased by unauthorized people under any circumstances.

ICT distributor expands its IT security portfolio with solutions from Swissbit's iShield product family  

The Japanese-based software house and IT product distributor, SoftGiken and Swissbit have entered a sales partnership for the Japan region. SoftGiken is thus expanding its IT security portfolio and will now offer selected security solutions from the iShield product brand, under which Swissbit has grouped its plug-and-play security products, which are iShield Key Pro and iShield HSM.

PCIe Gen4 SSD with up to 1.6 million IOPS outperforms mainstream solutions and offers industry's highest system performance

The new D1200 SSD is optimized for workloads demanded by applications including databases, cloud computing, media streaming or artificial intelligence (AI). It combines outstanding performance values, reliability and an extended NVMe feature set, including security functions for demanding cloud applications. Compared to existing mainstream data center SSDs, which are prone to significant performance degradation, D1200 delivers the highest sustained system performance over its lifetime.

Premiere at the FMS: New Data Center SSD D1200

Swissbit will be returning to the Flash Memory Summit (FMS) in Santa Clara, California from August 08 to 10, 2023. Swissbit will be introducing its latest Data Center SSD for cloud applications to the North American market. As a US-show exclusive, FMS-visitors will also be treated to a special sneak preview of unique solutions for the Enterprise market. Visitors to booth #515 will experience the company’s newest innovations up-close, including its latest breakthroughs in the realm of Data Center storage.

iShield HSM makes OTA software updates even more secure, receiving the "Works with Mender" label

Swissbit is now an official partner of Northern.tech, the company behind Mender, the open-source over-the-air (OTA) update software platform for IoT devices. With its iShield HSM hardware security module, Swissbit offers a security component that ensures the authenticity and integrity of OTA firmware and software updates in terms of a zero-trust network architecture. To certify the suitability and compatibility of iShield HSM as a hardware security anchor for Mender OTA updates, it has received the "Works with Mender" label.

Swissbit is a partner of the IPCEI Microelectronics and Communication Technologies

On June 8, 2023, the European Commission approved the IPCEI Microelectronics and Communication Technologies (IPCEI ME/CT) under state aid law. This paves the way for the promotion of a total of 31 projects aimed at strengthening the microelectronics industry in Germany. As an associated partner and a company based in Berlin, Swissbit Germany AG is among the supported projects.

Swissbit Device Manager offers comprehensive monitoring and is enabled for firmware updates

The most recent version of the Swissbit Device Manager (SBDM) allows customers to initiate firmware updates in addition to giving comprehensive insight into the lifecycle status of Swissbit storage solutions. As a result, the software supports Swissbit customers who are currently in the design-in stages, giving them complete flexibility for extensive testing and customization.

SSD firmware optimization for application profiles increases data center efficiency

Swissbit will showcase its data center application solutions at the ISC High Performance conference in Hamburg, Germany from May 21-25, 2023. The highlight on booth #K1007 will be the N4200 SSD series, which has been developed specifically for data center application profiles. Visitors to the Swissbit booth will be able to experience first-hand the efficiency gains that result from application-optimized SSDs during a joint demonstration with Infomaniak, a Swiss cloud service provider.

この新しいセキュリティキーiShield Key Proはセキュリティ機能の追加によって、パスワードを使用せずに、フィッシングに強い安全な認証およびオンラインアカウント保護を実現します。この認証デバイスは、ワンタイムパスワード生成手法の一つであるHOTPに対応しています。このため、FIDO2が利用できないオフラインやリモートアクセス環境でも、FIDO2に準拠した認証方法への自動フォールバックをシームレスに処理することで認証が可能となります。また、本製品は個人のアイデンティティを管理するPIV技術を用いることで、個人の認証情報を安全に保管することができます。

産業向けフラッシュストレージ製品の独立系メーカー・Swissbit（日本法人：スイスビットジャパン株式会社、東京都新宿区、代表取締役　友森　健一郎）は、2023年4月5日から7日にかけて東京ビッグサイトで開催のJapan IT Week春の組込みエッジコンピューティング展（ブース：E47-25）に出展し、サーバーおよびデータセンターに向けた容量16TBのSSD製品「N-4200シリーズ」を展示紹介します。

大型投資を通じ、大規模なSiP製造能力を確立

産業向けフラッシュストレージ製品の独立系メーカー・Swissbit（日本法人：スイスビットジャパン株式会社、東京都新宿区、代表取締役　友森　健一郎）は、独ベルリンの製造拠点において戦略的な拡張計画を続けており、このたび、電子部品の生産に向けて新たな半導体パッケージングラインを開設したことを発表しました。

要件の厳しい産業用途に適した最大3.84TBストレージ容量の高性能NVMe SSD

N-30m2シリーズは-40°Cから85°Cの広範な温度環境に対応することから、産業、ネットワークコミュニケーション、自動車業界などのお客様に対して、高温環境下においてアクティブ冷却もパッシブ冷却も必要とせずに優れた書き込み性能を提供します。これによりN-30m2は、ファンレス密封型組み込みシステムにとって理想的な選択肢となります。

産業用途向け3D-TLC SDHCおよびSDXCメモリカードの新製品を発表

高信頼性」に重点を置き、最先端テクノロジーを結集して開発された新しいS-55およびS-58シリーズは、信頼性要件の厳しい用途に最適なメモリカードです。