ADYA Invests in National Sovereignty: Karrier One to Build Canada’s First SCION-Encrypted Decentralized Network Including Arctic Deployments

TORONTO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--ADYA Inc. (TSX-V: ADYA; OTCQB: ADYIF), a publicly traded Canadian telecom and technology holding company, today announced a strategic investment in Karrier One, a decentralized wireless (DePIN) infrastructure provider built on the Sui blockchain, that will serve as the foundational backbone for SCION-encrypted, sovereign Internet connectivity across Canada, including in the Arctic territories, where national defence, privacy, and resilience have become critical.

With geopolitical tensions and cybersecurity concerns on the rise, sovereign Internet infrastructure is no longer optional; it is imperative. This investment aligns with ADYA’s commitment to advancing Canadian sovereignty in the digital age by backing technologies that deliver secure, encrypted, carrier-grade communications across all three coasts.

To ensure the levels of security and dependability necessary to fulfill this mandate, the DePIN network is built on Sui, a first-of-its-kind Layer 1 blockchain and smart contract platform designed from the ground up for scalability, reliability, and security.

“Canada is stepping confidently into a future where infrastructure is a competitive advantage,” said Christian Thompson, Managing Director of the Sui Foundation. “It’s a leap toward infrastructure that’s secure, and also smart, sovereign, and built to scale with national priorities. Karrier One is setting a global precedent, and Sui is proud to provide the foundation."

Karrier One is integrating SCION, a next-generation Internet protocol born out of ETH Zurich and actively deployed by global financial institutions and defence-grade networks. The SCION protocol guarantees path-aware, cryptographically secure routing to prevent hijacks, surveillance, and cross-border traffic leakage.

“Canada must not be left behind in the race for digital sovereignty,” said Samer Bishay, CEO of ADYA Inc. and Karrier One. “By investing in SCION-backed infrastructure, we’re ensuring our Arctic communities, Indigenous populations, and defence installations are not only connected, but protected.”

Karrier One’s infrastructure is being deployed in partnership with Ericsson, bringing carrier-grade radio performance to the decentralized model. Ericsson’s high-performing, programmable networks provide connectivity for billions of people every day in more than 180 countries. For nearly 150 years, Ericsson has been a pioneer in creating technology for communication.

The project spans urban, rural, and remote areas with a DePIN (Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Network) model that rewards local participation while ensuring compliance with spectrum regulation and national telecom policy.

“We’re proud to partner with Karrier One to support the deployment of sovereign, secure, and scalable telecom infrastructure,” said Nishant Grover, President, Ericsson Canada. “This collaboration is aligned with our vision of a world where limitless connectivity improves lives, redefines business and pioneers a sustainable future.”

As part of this initiative, Karrier One is also finalizing the rollout of an Over The Top (OTT) softphone app integrated with SCION, AI assistant, and decentralized wallet capabilities. This app allows users to send messages, digital assets, and perform transactions using just their phone number—bridging the gap between Web2 accessibility and Web3 functionality.

This investment by ADYA reflects a larger strategy to build real-world digital infrastructure that banks the unbanked, secures the unsecured, and connects the unconnected, especially in strategically vital and underserved regions.

The rollout has already begun in Canada’s North, where Karrier One is leveraging licensed spectrum held by Iristel and Ice Wireless, connecting Arctic communities with carrier-grade, cryptographically secure connectivity for the first time.

About ADYA Inc.

ADYA Inc. (TSX-V: ADYA, OTCQB: ADYIF) is a Canadian technology and telecommunications investment company focused on building and backing frontier infrastructure that bridges legacy systems and emerging technologies. Through its subsidiaries and strategic investments, ADYA is enabling secure, accessible, and decentralized communications across North America.

About Karrier One

Karrier One is a pioneering DePIN project and the first carrier-grade decentralized mobile network built exclusively on the powerful and scalable Sui blockchain. By seamlessly connecting smartphones and users through cutting-edge Web3 technologies and harnessing the speed, security, and robust capabilities of Sui, Karrier One delivers advanced security, compliance, and an exceptional user experience. Leveraging Sui’s innovative architecture, Karrier One revolutionizes digital transactions, identity management, and network scalability, uniquely empowering Micro Networks and Mobile Independent Network Operators without frequency or spectrum constraints. With a strong commitment to innovation and customer-centric design, Karrier One and the Sui blockchain together define the future of decentralized telecommunications.

About Ericsson

Ericsson’s high-performing networks provide connectivity for billions of people every day. For nearly 150 years, we’ve been pioneers in creating technology for communication. We offer mobile communication and connectivity solutions for service providers and enterprises. Together with our customers and partners, we make the digital world of tomorrow a reality. www.ericsson.com