Blockchain Infrastructure Provider "QuickNode" Now Supports Japan Open Chain

～ Delivering Fast and Reliable RPC Endpoints on JOC ～

Japan Blockchain Foundation Co., Ltd. (Representative Director: Hidekazu Kondo, hereinafter referred to as "our company"), the consortium managing Japan Open Chain (hereinafter "JOC"), is pleased to announce that QuickNode, a leading provider of blockchain infrastructure, has officially integrated with public blockchain Japan Open Chain (JOC).

This integration introduces fast and reliable RPC (Remote Procedure Call) endpoints, enabling efficient Web3 application development and operation on the JOC network.  With this support, developers can now leverage QuickNode's high-performance node infrastructure to build and deploy Web3 applications quickly and efficiently on JOC.

◽️ Background

QuickNode is a top-tier provider of RPC endpoint services that streamline connectivity to blockchain networks. By eliminating the need for developers to build and maintain their own nodes, QuickNode provides simple, scalable access to blockchain data, supporting the Web3 ecosystem's growth.

Through this integration, QuickNode offers reliable RPC endpoints for JOC, establishing a robust infrastructure for connecting to the JOC network. This allows developers to build and operate applications more efficiently. Additionally, the number of projects running on JOC is expected to increase, further enhancing the overall ecosystem.

◽️ Features of QuickNode:

RPC Endpoint Services

• Provides fast and reliable RPC endpoints to efficiently facilitate blockchain data read and write operations.
• Supports various features, including transaction submissions, smart contract deployments, and token data retrieval.

Scalable Infrastructure

• Adapts to traffic volume with flexible scaling, making it suitable for large-scale projects.
• Enterprise-grade services designed to support the growth of developers and businesses.

Multi-Chain Compatibility

• Supports 60+ blockchains such as Ethereum, Base, Solana, Polygon, BSC, Arbitrum, and Optimism.
• With this integration, JOC has been added as a supported chain, expanding the options available to developers.

◽️ “Japan Open Chain” is a public blockchain optimized for business, emphasizing legal and technical practicality.​​

Validators

Japan Open Chain (JOC) is an Ethereum-compatible Layer1 Public Blockchain co-operated by leading companies including CORGEAR, a startup within Sony Group, NTT Communications, Dentsu, TIS. The chain focuses on legal and technical practicality, making it the most suitable public blockchain for business use cases. JOC is fully compatible with Ethereum, and it enables anyone in the world to use blockchain and operate business on it confidently, safely, and affordably. It is particularly ideal for applications in the financial and business sectors.

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【Main Features】

• Operated safely and securely by Japanese companies.

• Validators consist of companies that have passed appropriate screening.
• Operating in compliance with Japanese law, providing a clear legal basis.

• Ethereum fully compatible chain utilizing PoA (Proof of Authority)

• Fully compatible with Ethereum, allowing for the use of Ethereum protocol-developed tools and smart contracts as-is.
• The Proof of Authority (PoA) algorithm achieves a balance between decentralization and scalability, incorporating practical considerations into its design.
• Provides high security performance thanks to adequate decentralization, network stability and controllability, and is energy-efficient and environmentally friendly.

• Optimal Design for web3 Business with Fast and Affordable Fees

• Achieves processing speeds tens of times faster than the Ethereum mainnet.
• Fees for issuing NFTs are less than 1 yen per transaction.
• Eliminates settlement risk through deterministic finality.

• Projects by Large Corporations and Local Governments Underway

• Financial DX projects through the issuance of Japan-based stablecoins by banks.
• Various NFT projects by local governments, including "Digital Citizen Certificates".

◽️ About QuickNode

QuickNode is a blockchain infrastructure company that provides tools and resources for Web3 development. They offer high-performance access to over 60+ blockchains, helping developers and companies scale decentralized applications through their globally-balanced infrastructure with guaranteed reliability and security.

【Company Overview】
Company Name ：QuickNode
Representative　 ：Jason Hunt, VP of Ecosystem
Established　　 ：2017
Location　 ：1010 South Federal Hwy Ste 1102, Hallandale Beach, FL 33009
Business ：Blockchain infrastructure and Web3 development services, providing high-performance node access, APIs, and development tools for building and scaling decentralized applications across 60+ blockchains.

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