ASCII.jp Bitkey, started to provide technology to realize digital connection of hardware

As the first Bitkey, Inc., comprehensive lock maker Alpha has developed the next-generation smart lock. Bitkey, Inc. (Location: Chuo-ku, Tokyo, Representative Directors: Yuki Ejiri, Masanori Fukuzawa, Masanori Minatsuki, https://bitkey.co.jp/, hereinafter Bitkey) has been developed in-house by both companies. We will start providing the "bitkey platform" of the digital connect platform used in the smart lock bitlock series and the technologies and products necessary for digitization to hardware development companies. At the same time, as a connect partner, Alpha Co., Ltd. (Location: Yokohama City, Kanagawa Prefecture, Representative: Yoshiyuki Kawana, hereinafter Alpha) will adopt it in the next-generation smart lock scheduled to be released in September 2021. We will inform you that has been decided. ■ Background of providing bitkey platform to hardware manufacturers In recent years, hardware manufacturers have accelerated the conversion from "things" to "things" and responded to the needs of users more than selling products to complete. We are promoting digital support, including IoT, and collaboration across companies so that we can do so. On the other hand, the development burden is an issue, such as the construction of a mechanism to authenticate users, the risk of hacking by connecting to the Internet, and the frequent occurrence of system modifications necessary for linking with other products. In response to these issues, as a technology partner, Bitkey has become a hardware manufacturer that leads to "safety, security, and convenience" by providing connect technology centered on the bitkey platform. We support the conversion to. Companies aiming to digitize hardware products can reduce the cost of realizing digital connection by providing Bitkey technology, and by developing with the assumption of "multiple" cooperation, individual when linking with other companies' products. The development burden is reduced. ■ Examples of target hardware (in the case of residential areas) ・ Delivery boxes, lockers, key boxes / electronic locks, smart locks, entrance aggregates, IoT Nanjing locks / automatic doors, elevators, flapper (security) gates / in-vehicle key boxes / air conditioning Equipment / household appliances (TV, refrigerator, vacuum cleaner, washing machine, etc.) / Web / IoT camera / parking lot / bicycle parking facility / IoT furniture / interior / smart speaker / interphone / TV doorphone / electric shutter ■ To link with bitkey platform Provided technology / product / electronic circuit board / firmware / API * It is possible to select the most suitable means for each product. ■ Features of Digital Connect Technology provided by Bitkey 1. Can be used offline It can also be used for products that are resistant to connecting to the Internet for security reasons, or for underground or mountainous areas where the Internet environment is not sufficient. 2, Comprehensive technology and product provision for "Connect" is possible. ID authentication / cooperation centered on the bitkey platform, smartphone apps and SaaS systems, embedded electric circuit boards, firmware, etc., new product development, existing product updates We provide technologies and products that can be used together. 3, Improvement of user experience and user interface Bitkey can connect all products and services in the three areas of home / living / life, work / working, experience / extraordinary, centering on the user's usage "experience". Since we are developing a possible hub series, we will also improve the experience of users who use hardware through the hub series. ■ Alpha Co., Ltd. As a comprehensive lock maker, Alpha has developed keys for a wide range of applications from automobiles to housing and coin lockers. By sex, we have gained a top-class share in electric locks for housing. In the rental housing market, while house makers and management companies are adopting PIN + IC card lock ed lock PLUS and new product ePPH that can reduce key management, IoT of housing and non-contact / non-face-to-face rental operation We will continue to develop next-generation smart locks linked with Bitkey's bitkey platform so that we can meet the needs. In addition, Alpha will mutually strengthen sales by providing hardware to Bitkey. (Photo: ed lock PLUS-BT, ePPH-BT released in 2021 from the left) Bitkey will continue to develop connect partners with the aim of realizing a world where all things, services and people can connect safely, conveniently and comfortably. We will continue to develop technology that enables smooth cooperation between all connect partners. ■ What is the bitkey platform? Researching authentication / authorization, ID linkage, distributed system, encryption technology, etc., and applying / developing it in a unique combination, "flexibly connecting everything in the world" ID linkage / authentication, right processing It is a digital connect platform. Unlike the conventional idea of ​​"integrating" IDs into one, it is possible to "connect" various services by providing ID-Hub while keeping the ID of each service provided by each operator. I have a new concept that I can do. [Company Profile] Company Name: Bitkey, Inc. Location: Tokyo Square Garden 14F, 3-1-1 Kyobashi, Chuo-ku, Tokyo Representative: Yuki Ejiri, COO Masanori Fukuzawa, CCO Founded: August 2018 Month 1 Capital: 5,887,920,300 yen (including capital reserve as of November 10, 2020) Business Overview: Planning, Design and Development of Digital Connect Platform Development, Sales and Operation of Connect Platform in Home / Workspace / Experience Area Above Development, sales and operation of products and services linked with the platform