Silicon Security Edge Hardware based real time protection at the silicon level positions Dover Microsystems to serve high assurance markets such as defense, aerospace, automotive and critical infrastructure that require embedded security. Target OEMs, SoC vendors and security conscious chip developers seeking to harden processors against software vulnerabilities with CoreGuard IP.

Investor Network Seed funding from Hyperplane Venture Capital, Draper, Qualcomm Ventures and other angels signals market validation and investor confidence. Leverage these relationships to gain warm introductions to portfolio companies in semiconductors, cybersecurity and IoT that could adopt embedded security IP.

Strategic Partnerships CoreGuard launched in 2017 as a unique hardware security IP offering. Dover can differentiate by providing integrated security at the silicon level and pursuing co sell partnerships with hardware vendors and IP providers to embed CoreGuard into new SoCs and secure product lines.

Regional Focus Located in Waltham, MA, Dover can leverage the Boston tech ecosystem to engage nearby OEMs, defense contractors and research institutions for pilots and early deployments. Focus outreach on security critical devices and networking equipment with real time attack exposure.

Licensing Opportunity With current revenue in the zero to one million range and a small team, Dover has a clear path to scale through IP licensing, tiered pricing and long term licensing agreements, anchored by pilots and reference deployments. Prioritize a go to market strategy that emphasizes rapid pilots, return on investment and joint marketing with investors.