QuickLogic Partners with Idaho Scientific to Enhance Cryptographic Solutions and Security

QuickLogic and Idaho Scientific Forge Alliance to Strengthen Cryptographic Solutions

QuickLogic Corporation, a prominent player in the embedded FPGA (eFPGA) space, announces a strategic partnership with Idaho Scientific aimed at enhancing cryptographic solutions for secure processing and establishing a robust root of trust. This collaboration is particularly significant as it addresses critical security needs across various sectors such as mobile technology, the Internet of Things (IoT), and defense systems. By leveraging QuickLogic's eFPGA Hard IP, the partnership allows for the rapid iteration of cryptographic techniques, enabling developers to avoid the lengthy and costly process associated with multiple tapeouts. This not only mitigates design risks but also accelerates the timeline for bringing secure solutions to market.

Dan Herway, Executive Vice President at Idaho Scientific, underscores the importance of this partnership in creating advanced, adaptable hardware-based cryptographic solutions. The collaboration is poised to effectively counteract external threats, which are increasingly prevalent in today’s digital landscape. In an era where cyber threats are evolving rapidly, this initiative reflects a proactive approach to enhancing security measures, ensuring that systems remain resilient against potential attacks. QuickLogic's innovative approach to eFPGA technology, which allows for reconfigurability, plays a crucial role in developing robust application-specific integrated circuits (ASICs) and system-on-chip (SoC) solutions that can adapt to new security challenges as they arise.

QuickLogic's CEO, Brian Faith, highlights the efficiency of their eFPGA Hard IP, capable of being delivered on any new process node within a swift four to six months. This agility is a game-changer for developers who require specialized Hard IP variants tailored to their unique needs. Once established, these customer-specific solutions can be produced in a matter of weeks through QuickLogic’s proprietary Australis IP Generator. The eFPGA IP also seamlessly integrates with two FPGA tool suites, including the open-source Aurora and the professional-grade Aurora Pro, which includes Synopsys® Synplify® FPGA Logic Synthesis. This compatibility enhances the accessibility of QuickLogic's offerings, making it easier for developers to incorporate advanced security features into their designs.

In addition to this partnership, Idaho Scientific brings over a decade of experience in advanced security solutions, reinforcing their commitment to government infrastructure security. Their collaboration with QuickLogic is a testament to their capability in providing essential support in safeguarding critical systems. As both companies focus on addressing the growing demand for sophisticated security measures, the partnership is poised to yield significant advancements in the field of secure processing. For more details on QuickLogic's eFPGA IP licensing and other offerings, interested parties can visit their official website.