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Molecular Data Inc. Gears up its Data Services with IPFS

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Molecular Data Inc. (Nasdaq: MKD) has announced a strategic collaboration with UCloud to enhance its digital transformation in the chemical, medical, and new materials sectors. The company signed a three-year customized operational arrangement for Interplanetary File System (IPFS) services aimed at improving data storage efficiency and reducing costs. This initiative aligns with global industry trends towards decentralized storage solutions. The partnership will also introduce necessary technical providers for operational upgrades, reflecting Molecular Data's commitment to leveraging advanced technology in its business model.

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SHANGHAI, March 29, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Molecular Data Inc. ("Molecular Data" or the "Company") (Nasdaq: MKD), a leading technology-driven platform in China's chemical industry, today announced that following the collaboration with China's listed UCloud to further drive digital transformation to upgrade the chemical, medical, and new materials industries, Molecular Data has signed a 3 year IPFS (Interplanetary File System) customized operational arrangement with an renowned industry partner to gear up its data services.

Molecular Data is addressing the inadequacies faced in the various industries including deploying Blockchain solutions accordingly. Without IPFS, file storage costs and efficiency remains high. As such, Molecular Data intends to tap on the merits of IPFS such as decentralization of data; less costs, efficiency and data security.

This move by Molecular Data follows the steps of global giants in the storage space who have invested considerable technology efforts in IPFS and related applications.

The strategic MOU will also help bring in the appropriate technical providers needed in the upgrade, including maintenance and technical services. 

About Molecular Data Inc.

Molecular Data Inc. is a leading technology-driven platform in China's chemical industry, connecting participants along the chemical value chain through integrated solutions. The Company delivers e-commerce solutions, financial solutions, warehousing and logistics solutions, and SaaS suite that are intended to solve pain points for participants in the traditional chemical industry. Built upon a comprehensive knowledge engine and artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities, the Company's e-commerce solutions are mainly offered through its online platform, consisting of molbase.com, molbase.cn, Moku Data WeChat account, Chemical Community APP and other ancillary platforms.

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For investor and media inquiries, please contact:

In China:

Molecular Data Inc.
Eva Ma
Tel: +86-21-5419-9057
E-mail: investor@molbase.com

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SOURCE Molecular Data Inc.

FAQ

What recent collaboration has Molecular Data Inc. (MKD) announced?

Molecular Data Inc. announced a collaboration with UCloud to enhance digital transformation in the chemical industry.

What is the purpose of the IPFS operational arrangement signed by MKD?

The IPFS operational arrangement aims to improve data storage efficiency and reduce costs for Molecular Data.

How long is the IPFS operational arrangement with the industry partner?

The IPFS operational arrangement is set for three years.

What industries is Molecular Data focusing on with its recent initiatives?

Molecular Data is focusing on the chemical, medical, and new materials industries with its recent initiatives.

What technology is Molecular Data utilizing to enhance its data services?

Molecular Data is utilizing Interplanetary File System (IPFS) technology to enhance its data services.

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