Polaris catalog supports Google Cloud Storage with vended credentials

UpdateJul 2, 2026VerifiedAdded Sep 22, 2026

The Polaris catalog in Starburst Galaxy now supports Google Cloud Storage, including authentication with vended credentials.

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