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MPCH Joins The Canton Network in the Launch of its Global Synchronizer to Enhance Blockchain Interoperability and Security

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2 years ago

July 1, 2024

MPCH is a founding infrastructure provider for the Canton Network’s decentralized, interoperability backbone as it continues to lead the way in the responsible tokenization and atomic exchange of regulated real world assets.

NEW YORK, July 1, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — MPCH, the cutting-edge cryptographic storage solutions company that provides physical and digital security solutions for enterprises’ most sensitive digital assets, has joined the Canton Network, a privacy-enabled, interoperable blockchain network designed specifically for institutional assets. As one of the founding participants in the Canton Network’s decentralized interoperability backbone, MPCH will play an active role in supporting the operations, governance, and delivery of infrastructure and applications to the Canton Network via its Global Synchronizer, which launched today.

We are thrilled to join the Canton Network’s Global Synchronizer and Super Validator program. We recognize the transformative potential of the Canton Network in bridging the gap between privacy and interoperability within the institutional, blockchain ecosystem.

This launch marks a pivotal step towards unlocking the full potential of synchronized financial markets, providing first-of-its-kind connectivity for the tokenization and frictionless exchange of regulated financial assets and liabilities. For the first time, the capital markets ecosystem has a network that unifies production networks and participants already digitizing every part of the capital markets value chain, with infrastructure operators like MPCH enabling an organizationally neutral service that supports new connections and liquidity across these networks, assets, and value pools.

Miles Parry, MPCH CEO, shared “We are thrilled to join the Canton Network’s Global Synchronizer and Super Validator program. We recognize the transformative potential of the Canton Network in bridging the gap between privacy and interoperability within the institutional, blockchain ecosystem. As an infrastructure provider, this initiative not only aligns with our commitment to innovation but also enhances our ability to provide secure, efficient, and regulatory-compliant solutions to our clients.”

“We’ve taken a long-term strategic view on what was needed to enable truly synchronized global capital markets, and today marks a huge milestone,” said Yuval Rooz, CEO and Co-Founder of Digital Asset. “After testing the infrastructure for over a year and launching it in collaboration with industry-leading firms like MPCH, the Canton Network now has an industry-run connectivity backbone that benefits all participants, and provides transparent governance and incentives to support its growth.”

The Global Synchronizer is the first decentralized infrastructure for the Canton Network. To facilitate transparent and fair governance of the Global Synchronizer, the Linux Foundation has added the Global Synchronizer Foundation (GSF) as an official project. MPCH is also joining the GSF as a member to participate and collaborate in the ecosystem. Digital Asset, the original creators of the Canton blockchain protocol, has also open-sourced the core technology for decentralized Canton synchronization domains, maintained as Splice, a Hyperledger Lab. This makes the same core code implemented by the Global Synchronizer and Canton Coin openly available to other organizations to develop decentralized Canton synchronization infrastructure.

MPCH provides cryogenic cold storage integrated with ultra-secure, in-house developed Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities (SCIFs), customized Hardware Security Modules (HSMs) based on zero-trust and zero-knowledge architectures, and unique Multi-Party Computation (MPC) technology for secure authentication and sharing.

To learn more, please visit the MPCH Website.

For media inquiries, please contact Phil LeRoy at (310) 260-7901 or Phil(at)MelrosePR(dot)com.

About MPCH

MPCH specializes in cutting-edge cryptographic storage solutions designed to provide maximum security for enterprises’ most sensitive digital assets, including private keys, secrets and private data. Our approach integrates multiple layers of both physical and cyber defenses to establish fortified security measures based on zero-trust and zero-knowledge principles. Our comprehensive approach future-proofs digital infrastructure against current and emerging threats, including those posed by advancements in AI and quantum computing technology.

Our services include cryogenic cold storage integrated with our ultra-secure, in-house developed Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities (SCIFs), customized Hardware Security Modules (HSMs) based on zero-trust and zero-knowledge architectures, and our unique Multi-Party Computation (MPC) technology for secure authentication and sharing. This blend of stringent physical security and leading-edge cryptography forms a ‘Fort Knox’ for protecting digital assets, corporate keys, data-intensive computations, and network infrastructure.

About the Canton Network

The Canton Network is the financial industry’s first and only public chain that can achieve on-chain privacy, control, and interoperability, making it the most suitable network for institutional assets. The Network launched for testing with the participation of a group of leading financial institutions, infrastructure providers, technology firms, and consultants in August 2023. Initially built upon Digital Asset’s technology, the Network’s controls, governance, and app development have been open-sourced and decentralized to be managed by all participants, with the goal of fostering greater innovation and Network utility. The Canton Network’s design overcomes the shortfalls of existing blockchain networks by enabling previously siloed systems in finance to become interoperable and synchronized in ways that had been impossible before. Offering the privacy and controls required for highly regulated organizations, the Canton Network creates a safe environment in which assets, data, and cash can move freely across applications in real time, unlocking new efficiencies and powering innovation.

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SiriusXM Media Becomes Exclusive Audio Advertising Representative for YouTube in the United States

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50 minutes ago

April 22, 2026

YouTube, Home of The World’s Number One Podcast Platform and a Leading Music Service, Chooses Audio Ad Powerhouse SiriusXM Media as Its Exclusive Audio Sales Representative in the U.S.

New Deal Cements SiriusXM’s Leadership In Powering The Largest Ad-Supported Audio Ecosystem And Gives Brands Exclusive Access To YouTube’s Audio-First Inventory

NEW YORK, April 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — SiriusXM (NASDAQ: SIRI) today announced a new audio advertising partnership with Google that connects YouTube to one of the largest audio advertising platforms in North America. The agreement makes SiriusXM Media, the advertising group representing SiriusXM, Pandora, and expansive Streaming and Podcast Networks, the exclusive advertising representative of YouTube audio advertising inventory in the U.S. This will provide advertisers access to guaranteed impressions at scale for the first time, backed by similar sophisticated targeting and measurement as YouTube’s ecosystem.

“Audio is one of the most powerful mediums for listeners, creators, and advertisers alike, and at SiriusXM Media, we’re proud to be at the forefront helping brands harness that impact at scale,” said Scott Walker, SiriusXM’s Chief Advertising Revenue Officer. “By partnering with YouTube, a true leader in ad-supported content consumption, we’re uniting our unique skillset with their audience, creating an unparalleled opportunity for marketers and creators to grow their businesses.”

“YouTube has become a primary destination for audio-first content, where fans engage with their favorite podcasts, music, and creators,” said Romana Pawar, Senior Director of Product, YouTube Ads. “By partnering with SiriusXM Media, we are making it easier than ever for advertisers to tap into these high-attention moments.”

YouTube audio ads reach listeners wherever they are across audio-first content and behaviors: immersed in podcasts, talk shows, and music. By meeting users in environments primed for listening and engagement, such as when YouTube content is playing on smart speakers, brands can tap into high-intent listening experiences across YouTube’s vast creator ecosystem. According to a study from SiriusXM Media and Edison Research, there are more than 212 million monthly listeners in the U.S.1 engaging in audio-first content or environments on YouTube.

Starting this fall, advertisers will be able to buy guaranteed audio ad impressions against YouTube’s high-value audiences at scale for the first time directly through SiriusXM Media—paired with an audio-first activation approach to extend reach and impact. Brands can now reach YouTube’s expansive, next-generation and highly engaged audience in the same place where they buy SiriusXM Media’s leading portfolio of ad-supported audio inventory, ensuring a seamless buying experience powered by AdsWizz Inc.’s ad tech platform. As audio continues to reach consumers as a constant companion throughout the day, from commuting to working hours, this deal gives brands an opportunity to reach a valuable audience that is further leaning into audio-first behaviors and content on YouTube in high-attention moments.

Powered by AdsWizz, SiriusXM Media now offers access to 255 million monthly listeners2—reaching nearly 90% of the U.S. population 13+—delivering expansive scale and incremental reach, best-in-class measurement and targeting capabilities, and premium brand-safe environments across every major audio touchpoint. The landmark partnership with YouTube highlights SiriusXM’s commitment to an open, partner-first audio advertising ecosystem, continuing to connect advertisers to premium audio content wherever audiences choose to listen.

For more information, please visit https://www.siriusxmmedia.com/advertise-on-youtube-audio.

About Sirius XM Holdings Inc.
SiriusXM is the leading audio entertainment company in North America with a portfolio of audio businesses including its flagship subscription entertainment service SiriusXM; the ad-supported and premium music streaming services of Pandora; an expansive podcast network; and a suite of business and advertising solutions. SiriusXM offers a broad range of content for listeners everywhere they tune in with a diverse mix of live, on-demand, and curated programming across music, talk, news, and sports. For more about SiriusXM, please go to: www.siriusxm.com.

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Erica Walsh, ericawalsh@google.com

1 Edison Research, Infinite Dial 2026 + SiriusXM Media
2 Edison Research, Infinite Dial 2026 + SiriusXM Media

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ServiceForge plants two million trees worldwide

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50 minutes ago

April 22, 2026

The company celebrates a meaningful milestone in its ongoing initiative to make a lasting impact within global communities

PORTLAND, Ore., April 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — ServiceForge, the 24/7 live answering and customer service platform built for skilled trades and home service businesses, announces a significant achievement in its ongoing sustainability drive: the company has now planted more than two million trees worldwide, a milestone reached in time for Earth Day 2026.

Each month, ServiceForge plants one tree for every employee and every customer. What began as a simple commitment to give back has grown into a meaningful, long-term impact effort, now surpassing a major milestone. This accomplishment reflects the company’s continued dedication to environmental stewardship and community-focused values.

For context, two million trees adds up to:

Approximately 4,000 acres of forestRoughly 3,000 football fieldsTrees sufficient to remove an estimated 44,000 metric tons of CO₂ per year (equivalent of taking 9,500 cars off the road)

“This milestone reflects the kind of work we believe in: steady, intentional and rooted in real impact,” said Jane Blanchard, head of brand and marketing for ServiceForge. “In the skilled trades, success isn’t about quick wins; it’s about the slow, human work of strengthening homes, businesses and communities. Planting trees is a natural extension of that mission. It’s a way for us to contribute to something lasting, something that grows alongside the businesses we serve.”

ServiceForge partners with verified reforestation organizations that plant trees in areas affected by deforestation, wildfires and climate change. Partners include Trees for the Future, Save the Redwoods League and Friends of Pando, ensuring that each tree contributes to restoration efforts where it’s needed most.

“We’re in the business of fixing things,” Blanchard said. “What better way to exemplify that commitment than by planting trees, which clean the air, restore habitats and ultimately make the world a better place.”

For more information about ServiceForge and their Giving Back initiative, visit https://www.serviceforge.com/why-serviceforge/givingback

About ServiceForge
ServiceForge helps home service businesses get found, get booked and get paid with 24/7 human answering, scheduling, lead qualification and payments. By combining smart technology with real human connection, ServiceForge helps service businesses stand out in an increasingly disconnected world, ensuring contractors capture more jobs while delivering exceptional customer service. For more information, visit serviceforge.com.

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Contractor Commerce launches AI-powered conversational buying experience

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50 minutes ago

April 22, 2026

New technology ushers in new era of e-commerce for home service contracting companies

LEBANON, Ohio , April 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Contractor Commerce, a leading e-commerce and sales enablement platform built specifically for home service contractors, announces the next evolution in its platform: a conversational buying experience that’s powered by AI and designed to improve the way homeowners shop for residential services online.

By empowering home service professionals to establish their own virtual storefronts, Contractor Commerce has long championed a modern buying experience, fully aligned with the way consumers seek information on the web, including through guided buying journeys and seamless purchasing flows. With conversational buying, Contractor Commerce embeds AI directly into the shopping experience, allowing the end consumer to enjoy a more natural, personalized and responsive process.

“This shift from guided to conversational shopping builds on everything we’ve done up to this point,” said Paul Redman, president of Contractor Commerce. “Our goal has always been to help contractors meet homeowners where they are. This advanced and intuitive approach will further that goal, and cement Contractor Commerce as a category leader.”

Contractor Commerce’s expanded capabilities are designed to reflect how homeowners buy today: researching options, comparing pricing and making decisions in a time and place that’s most convenient to them. Features include:

An image upload option, allowing homeowners to submit photos of their home systems to receive specific, real-time recommendations.Robust pricing tools, including quote comparisons and full rebate integration, enabling homeowners to fully assess their options and understand the fine print.An AI agent-guided buying journey, providing homeowners with personalized assistance even when they are not fully sure what types of services they need.

“Our conversational buying platform is made for contractors, not retailers,” Redman said. “The goal is to help businesses establish trust, improve their lead qualification process and capture after-hours demand, all while providing customers with a frictionless shopping experience.”

For more information about Contractor Commerce, visit ContractorCommerce.com.

About Contractor Commerce

Contractor Commerce is the pioneer and industry leader in providing e-commerce services for contractors, offering plug-and-play online stores for home service companies so they can grow their sales and serve customers with convenience and transparent pricing. To learn more about Contractor Commerce and its innovative solutions, visit ContractorCommerce.com.

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