Press Releases 2024
05/12/2024
Swissbit presents the iShield Key MIFARE
Swissbit is expanding its range of authentication solutions with a unique innovation: the iShield Key MIFARE. The new hardware security key is the first of its kind to combine the advantages of a FIDO Security Key with the NFC technology MIFARE DESFire EV3. The iShield Key MIFARE thus opens up a wide range of applications that go far beyond traditional user authentication and set new standards, particularly in the field of smart access control. The iShield Key MIFARE is available now.
07/11/2024
Security for embedded systems: The Security Upgrade Kit
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.
31/10/2024
Strategic Partnership: REINER SCT and Swissbit Join Forces for FIDO Security
REINER SCT is entering into a strategic partnership with Swissbit. As part of the cooperation, REINER SCT will distribute the security keys of the Swissbit iShield Key family in the future. In addition, the digital security expert is adding the REINER SCT FIDO Stick Pro, developed and produced by Swissbit, the first FIDO2 security key of its own, to its portfolio. The cooperation aims to promote the spread of FIDO technology as a phishing-resistant authentication method and to make it accessible to an even broader customer base.
23/10/2024
Swissbit makes its debut at Supercomputing 2024
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.
08/10/2024
MTRIX becomes distribution partner for FIDO2 solutions from Swissbit
MTRIX GmbH, one of the leading experts for professional authentication solutions in the DACH region, and Swissbit have entered into a sales partnership. Effective immediately, MTRIX is expanding its product portfolio to include the FIDO2 security keys from Swissbit’s iShield Key product family. In addition, MTRIX will be the first distribution partner to sell the latest innovation in Swissbit authentication solutions – the iShield Key MIFARE, which will be launched shortly.
04/10/2024
RSA and Swissbit Announce New Partnership
…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).
13/08/2024
Swissbit debuts at Identity Week America
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.
06/08/2024
Advanced packaging in Europe: Swissbit hosts EuroPAT Workshop 2024
On September 9 and 10, Berlin will become the center of the European semiconductor packaging community, when the 3rd European Packaging, Assembly, and Test-Workshop will take place. The event aims to promote cooperation and strengthen the semiconductor packaging ecosystem in Europe. This year’s EuroPAT-WS is being hosted by Swissbit, which invites workshop participants to take a tour of its electronics production facility.
23/07/2024
Swissbit launches PCIe Gen5 SSD for data center and enterprise applications
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.
27/06/2024
For networking, edge and IoT applications: Swissbit expands PCIe portfolio
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.
07/05/2024
Swissbit presents leading-edge FIDO2 solutions at Identiverse 2024
Swissbit is proud to participate for the first time in the prestigious Identiverse event taking place from May 28 to May 31, 2024, in Las Vegas. With its conference and exhibition, this important industry event marks a significant milestone for Swissbit as it introduces to the community its cutting-edge iShield Key product series, thereby emphasizing the importance of robust hardware-based authentication in today’s digital age.
30/04/2024
Cigent and Swissbit announce partnership
Cigent, a leading provider of endpoint data protection solutions, and Swissbit today announced a strategic partnership to offer a comprehensive portfolio of secure storage drives designed to safeguard endpoint data against a growing landscape of cyberthreats. This collaboration addresses the urgent market requirements for improved data security on endpoint devices, where a significant majority of sensitive data resides and is frequently targeted by cyberthreats.
18/04/2024
Swissbit introduces iShield Key Pro with USB-C
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.
11/04/2024
Swissbit makes its debut at the RSA Conference 2024
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.
04/04/2024
Swissbit at GPEC 2024
Secure data retention for police agencies and government authorities
For the first time, Swissbit will be represented at the General Police Equipment Exhibition & Conference (GPEC) to be held from May 6 to 8, 2024 in Leipzig, Germany. GPEC is the largest closed-to-the-public special event for police and other security agencies in Europe. Swissbit will present its innovative iShield Archive solution in Hall 2 at Booth J41. The microSD card was developed especially for the secure retention of video and image recordings, making it ideal for use by police agencies, government authorities, and other organizations.
21/03/2024
Swissbit memory cards featuring CmReady: License protection on board
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...
29/02/2024
Swissbit at Embedded World 2024
Swissbit will present selected innovations and product highlights at the Embedded World 2024 trade fair in Nuremberg, Germany (April 9-11, Booth 1-543). In the memory segment, Swissbit will focus on its PCIe high-performance portfolio, including the N5200 SSD, which stands out with its industry leading IOPS per watt ratio, as well as on versatile embedded solutions for industrial and IoT applications. In the security segment, Swissbit will showcase its new iShield Key Pro with USB-C as well as CmReady-certified memory cards for efficient license protection.
31/01/2024
Net Universe becomes distribution partner for Swissbit’s FIDO2 solutions
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.