Day: June 9, 2022

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Cloud blockchain infrastructure designed for developers

SAINT PAUL’S, Saint Kitts and Nevis, June 09, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Chain announced today its latest cloud blockchain infrastructure product Chain Cloud is now available in beta for developers worldwide.

“Chain Cloud is the key to simplifying access to blockchain infrastructure for developers. Chain has predominantly focused on closed-ended, permissioned blockchain infrastructure until now. We are excited to offer this product to help jump-start innovators’ work with dedicated nodes and RPC APIs available for a large number of the most popular public blockchain networks,” said Chain CEO Deepak Thapliyal.

Chain Cloud is a decentralized and distributed infrastructure protocol designed for developers to access blockchain networks on-demand. The standard RPC API makes many public blockchain networks accessible for free, empowering developers with fast, private, and secure endpoints to build at the speed of their imagination.

“By offering one of the most comprehensive RPC APIs to all these public networks for free in our standard plan, we enable broader access to blockchain technology globally, especially in emerging markets,” added Thapliyal.

Chain’s managed node services provide non-custodial blockchain infrastructure with nodes across multiple clouds globally. The Chain Cloud App dashboard empowers users to monitor and deploy nodes all through a user-friendly and secure interface. Chain Cloud users have the option of deploying Protocol nodes that are linked to Chain Protocol and are suitable for users to mine Chain’s XCN token by providing computing RPC resources to the community or Enterprise nodes which are fully dedicated nodes designed for developers to build scalable applications without worrying about blockchain and node management.

Chain Cloud supports 18 blockchain networks designed to give developers access to the world’s most popular public networks, such as Ethereum, Solana, BNB Chain, and more. Chain Cloud protocol updates happen seamlessly, without disrupting the applications Chain Cloud supports, so innovators can focus their time on building applications and scaling without arduous back-end updates. The distributed architecture of Chain Cloud enables developers to work with peace of mind knowing that there are multiple regions to support their applications in the event of data center downtimes.

Developers can join the beta program waitlist and learn more about Chain Cloud at chain.com/cloud. A full public version of Chain Cloud is expected to launch in early Q3.

ABOUT CHAIN

Founded in 2014, Chain is a leader in Web3 and blockchain technologies and provides scalable solutions to developers, enterprises, and financial institutions around the globe. Chain Cloud is a decentralized and distributed infrastructure protocol that allows users to access blockchain networks on-demand via RPC/API endpoints, node deployment, and the Chain Developer Dashboard. Sequence is a cryptographically secured cloud blockchain ledger service that allows users to manage balances in financial and commerce applications like wallet apps, lending platforms, marketplaces, exchanges, and more. Chain’s secure, trusted technology connects decentralized finance to better serve our customers.

Leading developers and enterprises Build on Chain. Find out why at chain.com.

For media inquiries, contact press@chain.com.

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AP will help Qatar deliver seamless experience for broadcast media

NEW YORK and DOHA, Qatar, June 09, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Supreme Committee for Delivery & Legacy (SC), the Qatari organisation responsible for delivering the required infrastructure and host country planning and operations for the FIFA World Cup 2022™, has signed an agreement with The Associated Press (AP) to deliver the country’s Host Country broadcast and media facilities to broadcasters, non-rights holders and non-accredited media during the 28-day tournament later this year.

The agreement was signed by SC Secretary General, H.E. Hassan Al Thawadi, and the President and CEO of AP, Daisy Veerasingham. The signing in Doha was also attended by Eng. Yasir Al Jamal, SC Director General, Khalid Al Mawlawi, SC Deputy Director General, Marketing, Communications & Event Experience, Fatma Al Nuaimi, SC Communications & Media Executive Director, Andy Braddel, Vice President & Managing Director, AP Global Media Services, Susan Henderson, AP Broadcast Services Head (North America), and Rania Khadr, AP Head of Special Events (Middle East and Africa).

AP Global Media Services, the news agency’s production arm, will help Qatar deliver a seamless experience for broadcast media by providing a one-stop-shop for innovative services and facilities. Services will include broadcast studios, broadcast equipment rental, workforce and technical support, logistical support, work areas and common areas.

In addition, AP will operate broadcast studios in key locations throughout Doha. Broadcast platforms provided will include a mix of multi-camera and single-camera studios, and be within close proximity of the Host Country Media Centre (HCMC), located in the capital’s Msheireb Downtown Doha district. The Souq Waqif live broadcast platform offers a traditional marketplace backdrop, overlooking the main plaza where large crowds of fans are anticipated to gather. The second live location will be situated at Doha’s renowned Corniche waterfront promenade, with spectacular views of Doha’s futuristic skyline and where large crowds are also expected to gather, given Qatar’s extensive fan experience plans.

Al Thawadi said: “We are very pleased to partner with AP on this project as we aim to offer a seamless experience for broadcast media from across the globe when they arrive in Qatar to cover the 22^nd edition of the FIFA World Cup – the first to be held in the Middle East and Arab world. AP’s extensive experience of covering major global events means they are perfectly placed to support both the host country and global broadcasters during their time in Qatar.”

Veerasingham said: “AP Global Media Services, the news agency’s production arm, has served international broadcasters for the past three World Cups, on each occasion working with an official partner from the host nation. We look forward to working with the Supreme Committee for Delivery & Legacy to again offer both stunning locations and comprehensive support services in Qatar at one of the world’s most-watched sporting events.”

AP is an independent global news organisation dedicated to factual reporting. Founded in 1846, AP today remains the most trusted source of fast, accurate, unbiased news in all formats and the essential provider of the technology and services vital to the news business. More than half the world’s population sees AP journalism every day.

The SC has also partnered with Al Kass Sports Channels, a prominent Qatari broadcaster, who will provide facilities to further support media during the tournament.

Qatar will make its tournament debut on the opening night against Ecuador at the stunning 60,000-capacity Al Bayt Stadium. A total of 64 matches will be played throughout the competition, with 32 international teams vying for the coveted golden trophy and winner’s title on 18 December.

Media Contact: WorldCup2022@ap.org

SEATTLE, June 09, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — AGC Biologics, a leading global Biopharmaceutical Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO), today announced it has been named a Top 10 Top Quality Assurance Services provider by Pharma Tech Outlook Europe.

The award, shared in the special Quality Assurance Edition (May 2022) of Pharma Tech Outlook Europe magazine, lists the top ten companies providing the best Quality Assurance services for the pharmaceutical industry. AGC Biologics is the only CDMO to be included in this year’s Top 10 Quality company list.

Pharma Tech Outlook is a leading global industry news source pioneering real-world solutions, news, product trends, and other important topics related to the pharmaceutical industry. The publication uses a collaborative, peer-driven approach to address the important needs of the industry. The magazine highlights leaders, innovative companies and important news impacting the pharmaceutical space.

“We are honored to accept the award as one of the Top 10 Quality Assurance Services Companies in our industry. As a company, we lead with quality and safety, and truly believe that quality is the responsibility of every individual at AGC Biologics,” said Paul Tsang, Executive Vice President of Global Quality, AGC Biologics. “I’m humbled to help guide the direction of our global team that cares deeply for our customers and their patients. This honor is a true testament to the hard work, dedication and work of everyone within the Global Quality organization.”

“Our integrated Quality Management System combined with our cGMP expertise helps us support our clients in not only performing in-process, intermediate, and final product testing, but also offering them faster time-to-market and improved success rates by building quality into products and processes,” notes Tina Guldberg, Vice President of Quality, AGC Biologics Copenhagen.

AGC Biologics offers an integrated quality management system (QMS), which incorporates requirements from the US, EU, Japan, and other major compliance and regulatory guidelines (e.g., ICH, PhEur, USP). The company’s facilities have been inspected by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), European Medicines Agency (EMA), Health Canada and the Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices Agency (PMDA).

AGC Biologics is currently expanding at several facilities across the globe to grow quality and other important services, including at three sites in Europe in Copenhagen, Denmark, Heidelberg, Germany and Milan, Italy. These expansions support the company’s mission of furthering quality standards for pharmaceutical products it helps bring to market. In Copenhagen specifically, the company is building an additional facility that adds 8,000 square meters of space to the current mammalian and microbial biologics site. The new expansion includes state-of-the-art mammalian manufacturing capabilities, additional technical and warehouse space, and new quality control laboratories that will help the company continue to innovate its quality and regulatory services.

To learn more about AGC Biologics’ quality assurance, quality control and regulatory services, visit www.agcbio.com/capabilities/quality-regulatory.

About AGC Biologics
AGC Biologics is a leading global biopharmaceutical Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO) with a strong commitment to delivering the highest standard of service as we work side-by-side with our clients and partners, every step of the way. We provide world-class development and manufacture of mammalian and microbial-based therapeutic proteins, plasmid DNA (pDNA), messenger RNA (mRNA), viral vectors, and genetically engineered cells. Our global network spans the U.S., Europe, and Asia, with cGMP-compliant facilities in Seattle, Washington; Boulder and Longmont, Colorado; Copenhagen, Denmark; Heidelberg, Germany; Milan, Italy; and Chiba, Japan and we currently employ more than 2,000 employees worldwide. Our commitment to continuous innovation fosters the technical creativity to solve our clients’ most complex challenges, including specialization in fast-track projects and rare diseases. AGC Biologics is the partner of choice. To learn more, visit www.agcbio.com.

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