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Thales and Kelly Hills launch topsky-powered agricultural drone network. Thales is partnering with Kelly Hills Unmanned Systems to deploy a BVLOS network that supports safer and more efficient agricultural operations across Kansas. Working closely with the Kansas Department of Agriculture, the collaboration will initially help farmers use UAS for everyday tasks such as crop spraying, scouting, fertilizing, seeding, while also demonstrating how BVLOS operations can be safely scaled and applied to other use cases across the national airspace system. Drawing on the proven capabilities of the TopSky platform - the world's most widely deployed air traffic control automation system - Thales will provide the digital infrastructure needed to safely integrate drones into shared airspace. Kelly Hills will bring its experience in commercializing drone technology and deploying other advanced technologies into the agricultural sector. Together, the companies will create a robust ecosystem that allows agricultural drones to operate over extended distances without direct visual observation, while meeting the FAA's regulatory standards and operational safety requirements.Key Benefits of the BVLOS network in Kansas include: * Increased Efficiency: Farmers can cover larger areas in less time, allowing tasks to be completed more efficiently, reducing costs and improving productivity. * Enhanced Safety: Advanced detection and avoid technologies minimize risks to people, property, and other aircraft. * Sustainability: Precision application of fertilizers and pesticides reduces environmental impact and optimizes resource use. "Thales TopSky has helped safely and efficiently manage the world's busiest airspace for decades," said Rob Geckle, CEO of Thales North America. "Now, we're applying that expertise to the next era of aviation. Together with Kelly Hills, we're helping unlock the full potential of agricultural drones, improving precision, productivity, and sustainability while paving the way for BVLOS operations at scale across the U.S." Thales is building on the expertise it gained through its deployment in North Dakota, home to the industry's first FAA-approved data enclave for uncrewed aircraft systems. Thales recently announced its work with the state to operate this secure enclave, which stores, analyzes, and protects sensitive flight data, enabling integration of UAS into the U.S. national airspace system. North Dakota's Vantis system, administered by the Northern Plains UAS Test Site, allows drones to fly safely beyond visual line of sight, and the Kansas system is expected to deliver these same capabilities for the state's agricultural industry. "Our mission has always been to revolutionize rural skies through the commercialization and integration of autonomous systems," said Lukas Koch, CEO of Kelly Hills Unmanned Systems. "Partnering with Thales allows us to bring a robust suite of BVLOS tools and capabilities to agriculture, enabling farmers to work smarter, safer, and more efficiently in Kansas. We will bring Kansas to the forefront of this mission and create real solutions that can be scaled to farming and ranching operations across the entire U.S." As the number one worldwide provider of air traffic management solutions and services, Thales has supported American aviation, defence and security for more than 80 years. Forty percent of the world's aerospace is managed by TopSky, 99% of U.S. commercial airports rely on Thales navigation aids to assist pilots in landing, and Thales is driving the integration of unmanned aircraft systems across the U.S. Its local experts deliver innovations built to the nation's highest safety and security standards.

Ataya.io integrates eSIM into Harmony Private 5G platform for secure enterprise device authentication. Collaboration with Thales embeds secure device identity into Ataya.io's Harmony platform for enterprise IoT deployments SANTA CLARA, CA, August 30, 2026 /24-7PressRelease/ - Ataya.io (Atayalan, Inc.), a leading provider of AI-powered Private 5G networking and Edge AI solutions, today announced a technology collaboration with Thales, a global leader in digital identity, cybersecurity, and secure connectivity. Under this collaboration, Ataya.io is integrating Thales' eSIM and Remote SIM Provisioning (RSP) technologies into its Harmony Private 5G platform, enabling enterprises to deploy secure, scalable private wireless networks with simplified device identity management. The collaboration addresses one of the key challenges in enterprise Private 5G deployments: securely authenticating and managing large fleets of connected devices - including robots, cameras, industrial sensors, and IoT equipment - at scale and without the operational complexity of physical SIM management. eSIM: Secure Device Identity for Private 5G In enterprise Private 5G environments, every connected device must be authenticated onto the network with a trusted identity. Ataya.io's integration of Thales' eSIM technology embeds secure, tamper-resistant credentials directly into devices, eliminating the need for physical SIM cards while strengthening network security. Key capabilities enabled by the eSIM integration include: | Embedded secure authentication for robots, cameras, sensors, and industrial IoT devices | Elimination of physical SIM logistics across large enterprise device fleets | Tamper-resistant device identity built into hardware | Secure onboarding and lifecycle management of connected devices at scale Together with Ataya.io's Harmony Standalone Private 5G Core, Edge AI platform, and AI Video Analytics capabilities, the eSIM integration creates a unified, secure connectivity platform purpose-built for mission-critical enterprise environments. A Unified Platform: Private 5G + Edge AI + eSIM Private 5G: Dedicated, secure wireless connectivity with deterministic performance for enterprise operations. Edge AI: Real-time AI inference at the network edge - supporting computer vision, predictive analytics, AI Video Analytics, and intelligent automation without cloud dependency. eSIM: Tamper-resistant device identity and secure authentication embedded directly into enterprise devices, eliminating physical SIM complexity and strengthening Private 5G network security. This integrated platform serves enterprises across smart manufacturing, logistics, healthcare, transportation, ports, mining, utilities, public safety, and smart city deployments across Asia-Pacific, Europe, and North America. Executive Commentary "Enterprises deploying Private 5G networks need every connected device to carry a trusted, verifiable identity. Integrating Thales' eSIM technology into our Harmony platform means our customers can securely onboard thousands of devices - robots, cameras, sensors - without the operational burden of physical SIM management." - Rajesh Pazhyannur, CEO, Ataya.io About Ataya.io Ataya.io (Atayalan, Inc.) is a global provider of AI-powered Private 5G networking and Edge AI solutions headquartered in Santa Clara, California. Its Harmony platform enables enterprises to deploy secure, scalable, and intelligent private wireless networks supporting mission-critical communications, Industrial IoT, AI applications, and digital transformation initiatives worldwide. For more information, visit www.ataya.io or contact [email protected]. # # # Contact information. Rajesh Pazhyannur Santa Clara, CA Telephone: 408 333 8518

HKVAX boosts digital asset security with Thales. August 28, 2026 Hong Kong-based Virtual Asset Trading Platform (VTAP) HKVAX has selected Thales Luna Hardware Security Modules (HSMs) to strengthen the security and compliance of its digital asset custody infrastructure. Operating under the Securities and Futures Commission's rigorous regulatory framework, HKVAX required a cryptographic foundation capable of addressing evolving cyber risks to private keys, smart contracts, and custodial systems. The company selected Thales Luna HSMs based on their FIPS 140-3 Level 3 validation and ability to support regulatory-grade deployments across its multi-tier wallet architecture. "Thales Luna HSMs stood out because it is among the first vendors to achieve FIPS 140-3 Level 3 validation, with a strong track record in securing critical systems for financial institutions and governments," said Jack Zhou, CIO at HKVAX. "Using Thales Luna HSM gives both us and our clients confidence in the security of our platform." HKVAX integrated Luna HSMs across its custody environment to support key generation, storage, and transaction signing, alongside its multi-tier wallet architecture, including hot and cold wallet separation and role-based access controls. Key outcomes from the deployment included: * Hardware-backed key protection: Centralised private key generation, storage, and transaction signing within FIPS 140-3 Level 3 validated hardware, isolating cryptographic keys from software environments and privileged access. * Regulatory compliance and auditability: Successfully passed independent security audits, with automated key management processes and hardware-backed audit evidence meeting SFC regulatory expectations. * Operational resilience: Strengthened custody architecture through cold and hot wallet separation, role-based access controls, disaster-recovery protocols, and reduced manual intervention across key management workflows. * Customer and partner confidence: Increased trust in the security of HKVAX's platform, supporting the company's growth as a regulated digital asset provider in Hong Kong. "As a licensed VATP in Hong Kong, safeguarding client assets is our top priority. Using Thales Luna HSM gives both us and our clients strong confidence in the security of our platform," said Zhou. Looking ahead, HKVAX is preparing for emerging cybersecurity challenges including AI-driven threats and post-quantum cryptography (PQC) readiness.