 DALLAS, Aug. 6, 2021 PRNewswire -- Applied Blockchain, Inc. Applied Blockchain or the Company PINK: APLD today announced it has entered into an Energy Service Agreement ESA with a utility partner located in the upper Midwest in support of its entry into the crypto hosting business. The agreement, which became effective on August 4, 2021, provides for up to 100 megawatts of power for five years and is subject to regulatory approval. 