Blockchain Press Releases
Univercells Technologies Acquired by Donaldson Company
MENLO PARK, Calif., June 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Gamma Biosciences, a life sciences platform created by global investment firm KKR to address the advanced therapy bioprocessing market, today announced that its operating company, Univercells Technologies (“UT”), a leading provider of novel biomanufacturing technologies for flexible and scalable advanced therapies and vaccine production, has been acquired by Donaldson Company, Inc. (NYSE: DCI).
Donaldson is a leading worldwide provider of innovative filtration products and solutions. The deal follows several recent acquisitions by Donaldson in the field of bioprocessing, including Solaris Biotechnology, Purilogics and Isolere Bio. UT’s single-use bioreactor systems and integrated biomanufacturing platforms, focused on the production of viruses used in cell and gene therapy, viral vaccines and other therapeutics, will add to Donaldson’s growing offering in life sciences.
“I am proud of the achievements of our team during this journey with Univercells and Gamma Biosciences, as we ramped-up our development, production and service capabilities and continued to innovate and launch novel products,” said Mathias Garny, CEO of UT. “We are now looking forward to this new era with Donaldson to further strengthen our market position and deliver robust, end-to-end biomanufacturing solutions to our customers as they advance towards commercialization of advanced therapies and vaccines.”
“We are delighted that UT will join Donaldson as it expands its presence in biomanufacturing, leveraging its legacy of filtration technology leadership” said Matt Gunnison, CEO of Gamma Biosciences. “UT has developed a best-in-class platform for efficient manufacturing of gene therapies and vaccines and will be well positioned as part of the larger Donaldson organization to support the market going forward.”
Gamma Biosciences first invested in UT in June 2020 and has worked closely with the company to fund the development, manufacture and commercialization of the scale-X™ and NevoLine™ product lines, which are based on the company’s novel structured, fixed-bed design for high-density adherent and suspension cell culture.
According to the terms of the transaction, Donaldson acquired all outstanding shares of the business from Gamma and its fellow shareholder, Univercells SA, for approximately €136M in cash net of debt. Rothschild & Co acted as financial advisor to Univercells Technologies. Sidley Austin LLP and Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer US LLP acted as legal advisors to Gamma and Univercells, respectively.
About Gamma Biosciences
Gamma Biosciences is a life sciences tools platform created by KKR. Gamma’s mission is to support leading players in next-generation bioprocessing for advanced therapies by acquiring or investing in high-potential businesses with outstanding technology and accelerating their growth.
About Donaldson Company, Inc.
Founded in 1915, Donaldson (NYSE: DCI) is a global leader in technology-led filtration products and solutions, serving a broad range of industries and advanced markets. Our diverse, skilled employees at over 140 locations on six continents partner with customers—from small business owners to the world’s biggest OEM brands—to solve complex filtration challenges. Discover how Donaldson is Advancing Filtration for a Cleaner World at www.Donaldson.com.
About Univercells Technologies
Univercells Technologies is a global provider of innovative biomanufacturing technologies to achieve cost-effective advanced therapies and vaccines production from R&D to commercial scales. The Company offers a comprehensive technology portfolio leveraging the strengths of process intensification and chaining as a direct answer to the growing demand of viral vectors and viral vaccines. Univercells Technologies is committed to helping customers increase performance with minimized footprint and costs today, while anticipating the needs of tomorrow.
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Blockchain Press Releases
Africa Exclusive: Bybit Promotes Crypto Education with P2P Security Webinar
DUBAI, UAE, Nov. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Bybit, the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, sets out to raise awareness of P2P security and to equip users with the latest anti-fraud knowledge and tools in a new learn and earn event exclusively for users in Africa. Hosting a P2P security Webinar on Nov. 25, Bybit P2P will also be announcing a prize pool valued at 10,000 USDT for a new Africa-exclusive deposit event.
P2P Security Webinar
On Nov. 25, the live webinar on P2P security will be broadcast in the Bybit Africa Telegram group from 7 to 9PM UTC. Attendees may benefit from a comprehensive session on tips and the latest know-how on asset safety and counterparty risks. The free webinar will cover the following topics:
- Fraud detection: users will learn about signs of common scams and steps to verify payment authenticity.
- Staying safe with Bybit P2P: users get to discover Bybit’s security tools and the latest features to combat fraudulent attempts.
- Trading with confidence: users will gain practical advice and practical tips on how to trade safely.
The floor will be open for a live Q&A session after the sharing by Bybit P2P experts. Ahead of the webinar, attendees are invited to submit questions and the lucky ones will win 10 USDT if their questions are chosen by the speakers.
10,000 USDT Rewards for First-Time Deposits
From Nov. 25 to Dec. 15, 2024, new users who successfully sign up for a Bybit account and complete Identity Verification Level 1 may be eligible to share in a 10,000 USDT prize pool reserved for eligible users in Africa only. Users must sign up for the event and make a deposit via Bybit P2P to qualify and win up to 10 USDT, terms and conditions apply.
“Financial fraud is an age-old challenge and users must stay vigilant as scammers and fraudsters evolve. Bybit is constantly investing in our hardware and software to build the necessary guardrails for our platform. It does not take away the importance of user education, however, and we hope through engagements of this kind, we can help elevate the community on a path of growth,” said Joan Han, Sales and Marketing Director at Bybit.
P2P is an organic part of the crypto economy and helps to promote inclusivity in emerging economies. With Bybit P2P, users of all levels may access the user-friendly peer-to-peer trading platform to trade between themselves at an optimal, agreed-upon price. The service minimizes the need for the middleman, improving cost effectiveness while providing exchange-backed platform security.
Find out more about the event and eligibility at Bybit P2P.
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About Bybit
Bybit is the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, serving over 50 million users. Established in 2018, Bybit provides a professional platform where crypto investors and traders can find an ultra-fast matching engine, 24/7 customer service, and multilingual community support. Bybit is a proud partner of Formula One’s reigning Constructors’ and Drivers’ champions: the Oracle Red Bull Racing team.
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SINGAPORE, Nov. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Worldwide Stablecoin Payment Network (WSPN), a pioneer in digital payment solutions, and Polygon Labs, a software development company building the leading network of aggregated blockchains via the AggLayer, today announced their strategic collaboration aimed at unlocking the full potential of digital finance, focusing on the expansion and adoption of WUSD, WSPN’s flagship stablecoin.
WSPN has integrated Polygon PoS into its WUSD network infrastructure earlier this year. Now, this collaboration will focus on rapidly expanding WUSD adoption. Polygon Labs’s crucial liquidity support will be instrumental in bolstering WUSD’s mass adoption across various markets.
This collaboration will unlock opportunities to explore a range of innovative use cases for stablecoins, payments, and DeFi. Key areas of focus include facilitating payments and tokenization solutions for companies operating in Hong Kong SAR and Singapore, developing on-chain green finance projects tailored for African clients, and building robust DeFi platforms that leverage the strengths of both WSPN and Polygon technologies. These initiatives are strategically designed to address diverse market needs and drive the adoption of WUSD across a variety of regions and sectors.
By combining WSPN’s expertise in stablecoin solutions with Polygon’s advanced blockchain infrastructure, this collaboration will drive significant advancements in the digital asset space, particularly in emerging markets and the rapidly evolving DeFi sector.
About WSPN
WSPN is a leading provider of next-generation stablecoin infrastructure, committed to building a more secure, efficient, and transparent payment solution for the global economy. Their flagship product, WUSD stablecoin, is pegged 1:1 to the U.S. Dollar and aims to optimize secure digital payments for Web3 users. WSPN ‘s Stablecoin 2.0 approach prioritizes user-centricity, community governance, and accessibility, paving the way for widespread stablecoin adoption.
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About Polygon Labs
Polygon Labs is a software development company building and developing a network of aggregated blockchains via the AggLayer, secured by Ethereum. As public infrastructure, the AggLayer will bring together user bases and liquidity for any connected chain, and leverage Ethereum as a settlement layer. Polygon Labs has also contributed to the core development of several widely-adopted scaling protocols and tools for launching blockchains, including Polygon PoS, Polygon zkEVM, and Polygon Miden, which is in development, as well as Polygon CDK.
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DUBAI, UAE, Nov. 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Bybit, the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, is pleased to reaffirm its commitment to providing ease of access to digital assets for eligible P2P users in Africa at zero fee. Connecting buyers and sellers at no cost, Bybit P2P continues to be the benchmark for cost-effective and convenient trading experiences.
Since its launch in Jan. 2022, Bybit P2P has consistently provided a user-friendly platform for users seeking a safer way to participate in the digital asset class. The services are offered at no costs for merchants and takers in P2P transactions:
- Merchants: Merchants may post advertisements on Bybit P2P for free.
- Takers: Users may place an order through advertisements listed on the P2P platform at no costs. The offer stands across all fiat trading pairs. Third-party fees may incur depending on the payment method chosen, as the payment providers may charge a transaction fee.
P2P Fee Structure (Africa)
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Taker Fee (Sell Page) |
Maker Fee (Sell Page) |
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Bybit |
0 % |
0 % |
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Competitor B |
0.5% on completed orders for certain trading pairs |
0 % |
In addition, Bybit has launched an exciting P2P Coupon Giveaway Campaign from now to Jan. 15, 2025. As part of this initiative, users can earn a share of up to 20,000 USDT in rewards by completing tasks such as depositing $100 or trading $50,000 through Bybit P2P. The rewards will be in the form of Bybit P2P coupons to be redeemed in the next purchase, making the zero-fee transactions an even better deal for winners.
“Bybit’s steadfast commitment to contributing to financial inclusion comes in all forms, and keeping our P2P services free for as long as we can, and for as many users as possible, is one of the ways to support the crypto community,” said Joan Han, Sales and Marketing Director at Bybit. “When users come to our platform with the hopes of generating income on their assets, we want to play a supportive role in helping them reach their personal financial goals,” she added.
P2P on Bybit offers an intuitive and cost-effective peer-to-peer trading platform, facilitating the buying and selling of two users’ holdings at an optimal, agreed-upon price between them. With Bybit P2P, users stand to benefit from Bybit’s enterprise-level security and advanced features including comprehensive built-in KYC and KYB verification mechanisms, rigorous asset management protocols, and 24/7 customer service.
Find out more about the event and eligibility at Bybit P2P.
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About Bybit
Bybit is the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, serving over 50 million users. Established in 2018, Bybit provides a professional platform where crypto investors and traders can find an ultra-fast matching engine, 24/7 customer service, and multilingual community support. Bybit is a proud partner of Formula One’s reigning Constructors’ and Drivers’ champions: the Oracle Red Bull Racing team.
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