April 27, 2026
Forward Edge-AI Japan Co., Ltd.
Forward Edge-AI Japan Co., Ltd. Signs Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with SKY Perfect JSAT Corporation Regarding Proof-of-Concept Testing of Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) Technology for Satellite Communications
Forward Edge-AI Japan Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; President & Representative Director: Koji Kabumoto; hereinafter "FEAI-JP") and its U.S. parent company Forward Edge-AI, Inc. (Headquarters: San Antonio, Texas, USA; Representative: Eric Adolphe; hereinafter "FEAI") are pleased to announce that they have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with SKY Perfect JSAT Corporation (Headquarters: Akasaka, Minato-ku, Tokyo; President & Representative Director, Executive Officer: Eiichi Yonekura; hereinafter "SKY Perfect JSAT") regarding a Proof of Concept (PoC) for the introduction of Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) technology into satellite communications services.
■ Background and Objectives
With the rapid advancement of quantum computing, addressing the risk that current cryptographic technologies could be compromised in the future has become an urgent international challenge. In particular, the need to strengthen security in critical infrastructure such as energy, communications, and finance is growing in importance from a national security perspective.
Against this backdrop, this MOU was concluded with the aim of contributing to the security of Japan's critical infrastructure by combining the PQC solution technologies developed by FEAI-JP and FEAI with SKY Perfect JSAT's operational expertise in satellite communications network services and its extensive sales network to infrastructure companies.
■ Overview of the MOU
Under this MOU, the three parties will jointly conduct a Proof of Concept (PoC) to apply PQC technology to SKY Perfect JSAT's satellite communications line services.
The PoC is planned to include establishing PQC-secured connections via satellite links, verifying communication quality (encryption performance, latency tolerance, and stability), and evaluating operational feasibility.
■ About Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) Technology
Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) refers to next-generation cryptographic technology capable of maintaining security even against attacks using quantum computers. Its standardization is being led by the U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), and government agencies and critical infrastructure operators around the world are urgently working to adopt it. FEAI-JP and FEAI possess proprietary technologies and products for implementing PQC across various communications infrastructures, including satellite communications.
■ Company Profiles
About Forward Edge-AI, Inc.
A U.S.-based company providing AI-driven cybersecurity and quantum-resistant technologies to government, defense, and critical infrastructure sectors. Its flagship platform, Isidore Quantum®, delivers post-quantum protection designed for real-world operational environments.
- Founded: September 2019
- Headquarters: San Antonio, TX 78255, USA
- Representative: Eric Adolphe, CEO
- Website: https://forwardedge.ai
About Forward Edge-AI Japan Co., Ltd.
Forward Edge-AI Japan Co., Ltd. is a joint venture between Forward Edge-AI, Inc., a U.S.-based developer of advanced AI technologies for national and public safety, and Accrete Inc. (TSE Growth: 4395). Through AI security solutions—including Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC), deepfake detection, and chemical substance detection—the company is advancing its deployment in Japan across the defense, finance, healthcare, and critical infrastructure sectors.
- Founded: November 2025
- Headquarters: Kanda Ogawacho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo
- Representative: Koji Kabumoto, President & Representative Director
- Website: https://www.forwardedge-ai.jp
About SKY Perfect JSAT Corporation
SKY Perfect JSAT recognizes itself as "Space Business Pioneers" operating with two core pillars: Space and Media. In its Space Business, the company provides satellite communications services using geostationary satellites, while also expanding into a satellite imagery data business through its ownership of low Earth orbit Earth observation satellites, as well as into diverse fields including national security.
In its Media Business, SKY Perfect JSAT operates the "SKY PerfecTV!" broadcasting and streaming, media solutions, optical alliance businesses such as retransmission services via fiber-optic networks, and global IP distribution businesses. In April 2026, the company integrated its holding company and operating company structures and continues to pursue the creation of new value under its renewed organizational framework.
- Founded: April 2007
- Headquarters: 1-8-1 Akasaka, Minato-ku, Tokyo
- Representative: Eiichi Yonekura, President & Representative Director, Executive Officer
- Website: https://www.skyperfectjsat.space
■ Media Contact (FEAI-JP):
Forward Edge-AI Japan Co., Ltd.
Chie Ido
chie.ido@forwardedge-ai.jp
■ Comments from Each Party
Koji Kabumoto, President & Representative Director, Forward Edge-AI Japan Co., Ltd.:
"This partnership with SKY Perfect JSAT is a tremendously significant step in protecting Japan's critical infrastructure from the threats posed by quantum computing. We are confident that by combining the cutting-edge PQC technology of FEAI-JP and our U.S. parent company FEAI with SKY Perfect JSAT's satellite infrastructure, we can substantially elevate Japan's cybersecurity standards."
Masayuki Nonoyama, General Manager, Security Business Division, Space Security Business Headquarters, Space Business Segment, SKY Perfect JSAT Corporation:
"Satellite communications, as a foundation supporting critical infrastructure, is required to maintain high levels of safety and confidentiality. With these needs in mind, SKY Perfect JSAT has been working on various verifications and studies since FY2018 with the goal of delivering ultra-secure communications services in the 2030s. Through our collaboration with FEAI-JP, we have now gained a valuable opportunity to explore the feasibility of realizing ultra-secure satellite communications in combination with various satellite communication systems. We will continue to build on these verification efforts and contribute to the realization of a safe and secure information distribution infrastructure."