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US multi-billion-dollar Aspiration Inc. to Expand to the UAE Capital under Abu Dhabi Investment Office Supported Program

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Thursday, January 19, 2023
Abu Dhabi Investment Office, Ecosystem, Los Angeles Clippers, Microsoft, Name, Los Angeles Lakers, Meta, UN, Government, Oaktree Capital Management, Maitrī, Aspiration, Inc., Agtech, Carbon, ABU, Metta Sandiford-Artest, City, Climate, Aspiration, 2009 Boston Red Sox season, Policy, Abu Dhabi Global Market, Multimedia, Investment, Boston Red Sox, Video game, Renewable energy

ABU DHABI, UAE, Jan. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- California based fintech company Aspiration Inc., backed by such powerhouses as Oaktree Capital Management and affiliates of former Microsoft Corp CEO Steve Balmer and environmentalists and Hollywood icons Leonardo DiCaprio and Robert Downey Jr, announced today that the company will be setting up offices at Abu Dhabi Global Markets. Aspiration is being supported by Access Abu Dhabi, the business expansion program by Maven Global Access and powered by Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO), that serves as a conduit to fast-track entry to the burgeoning UAE capital. The announcement was made today during Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week, where Vinoda Basnayake, President of Aspiration MENA discussed the company's ambitious plans for the region. Aspiration is a purpose-driven climate action company that offers large and small enterprises, governments, investors, and consumers access to a portfolio of high-quality carbon assets through innovative products, services, and investments that drive climate action.

Key Points: 
  • Aspiration is being supported by Access Abu Dhabi, the business expansion program by Maven Global Access and powered by Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO), that serves as a conduit to fast-track entry to the burgeoning UAE capital.
  • Aspiration aims to serve as a sustainability partner for the UAE ahead of Abu Dhabi hosting COP28, the UN's annual climate change summit taking place this November.
  • We are excited about the opportunity to develop partnerships here with the support of Access Abu Dhabi and ADIO."
  • Aspiration Inc. credits its upcoming expansion into Abu Dhabi to the support of the Maven Global Access Abu Dhabi initiative.

US multi-billion-dollar Aspiration Inc. to Expand to the UAE Capital under Abu Dhabi Investment Office Supported Program

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, January 19, 2023
Abu Dhabi Investment Office, Ecosystem, Los Angeles Clippers, Microsoft, Name, Los Angeles Lakers, Meta, UN, Government, Oaktree Capital Management, Maitrī, Aspiration, Inc., Agtech, Carbon, ABU, Metta Sandiford-Artest, City, Climate, Aspiration, 2009 Boston Red Sox season, Policy, Abu Dhabi Global Market, Investment, Boston Red Sox, Video game, Renewable energy

ABU DHABI, UAE, Jan. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- California based fintech company Aspiration Inc., backed by such powerhouses as Oaktree Capital Management and affiliates of former Microsoft Corp CEO Steve Balmer and environmentalists and Hollywood icons Leonardo DiCaprio and Robert Downey Jr, announced today that the company will be setting up offices at Abu Dhabi Global Markets. Aspiration is being supported by Access Abu Dhabi, the business expansion program by Maven Global Access and powered by Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO), that serves as a conduit to fast-track entry to the burgeoning UAE capital. The announcement was made today during Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week, where Vinoda Basnayake, President of Aspiration MENA discussed the company's ambitious plans for the region. Aspiration is a purpose-driven climate action company that offers large and small enterprises, governments, investors, and consumers access to a portfolio of high-quality carbon assets through innovative products, services, and investments that drive climate action.

Key Points: 
  • Aspiration is being supported by Access Abu Dhabi, the business expansion program by Maven Global Access and powered by Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO), that serves as a conduit to fast-track entry to the burgeoning UAE capital.
  • The announcement was made today during Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week, where Vinoda Basnayake, President of Aspiration MENA discussed the company's ambitious plans for the region.
  • Aspiration aims to serve as a sustainability partner for the UAE ahead of Abu Dhabi hosting COP28, the UN's annual climate change summit taking place this November.
  • Aspiration Inc. credits its upcoming expansion into Abu Dhabi to the support of the Maven Global Access Abu Dhabi initiative.

Opportunity International and 2022 Nobel Peace Prize Nominee Keith Krach Announce Trusted Tech Microfinance Initiative

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Tuesday, May 24, 2022
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Opportunity International and Keith Krach announce the creation of the Trusted Tech Microfinance Initiative in partnership with the Krach Family Foundation and the Krach Institute for Tech Diplomacy at Purdue (Krach Institute), which is devoted to closing the digital divide in low-income countries through the adoption of trusted technology.

Key Points: 
  • Opportunity International and Keith Krach announce the creation of the Trusted Tech Microfinance Initiative in partnership with the Krach Family Foundation and the Krach Institute for Tech Diplomacy at Purdue (Krach Institute), which is devoted to closing the digital divide in low-income countries through the adoption of trusted technology.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220524005418/en/
    Keith Krach and Opportunity International CEO, Atul Tandon (Photo: Business Wire)
    The Trusted Tech Microfinance Initiative will enable participants to access trusted technology products, online education, and training to make existing businesses more scalable and efficient.
  • The partnership leverages the strengths of Opportunity International (Opportunity) as a global leader in microbanking, aiming to lift people out of poverty, and the Krach Institute as the leading global authority for advancing freedom through trusted technology .
  • The Trusted Tech Microfinance Initiative extends the Krach Institutes global tech diplomacy mission to low-income countries and will build on the digital financial services already offered by Opportunity to its clients.

Entire NFT Community Looks to Leader Web3Wear Following Successful Meta Panda Club Launch

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Thursday, April 28, 2022
Metta Sandiford-Artest, GLOBE, MPC, NFT, Maitrī, Q&A, Marketing, Entrepreneurship, Technology, Non-fungible token, NBA, Online shopping, Ethereum

Web3Wear provides physical utilities through a turnkey solution that allows any NFT project to launch designer-grade branded merchandise on day one.

Key Points: 
  • Web3Wear provides physical utilities through a turnkey solution that allows any NFT project to launch designer-grade branded merchandise on day one.
  • For any upcoming and existing NFT projects hoping to attract first-time buyers, the rewards of using Web3Wear go beyond antiquated marketing tactics.
  • High volumes of orders from MPC members for merchandise with their MPC NFTs have demonstrated strong demand for personalized NFT merch.
  • Since the MPC launch, Web3Wear has received thousands of orders for items including heavy-weight hoodies, baseball jackets, hats, and softshell jackets.

Former NBA Champion, Metta World Peace, Partners with Blanksoles to Launch Metta Designsoles, a Limited Edition NFT and Sneaker Collection

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Monday, February 28, 2022
Partnership, TPF, Growth, NBA, Non-fungible token, Metta Sandiford-Artest, NFT, Collection, Giant panda, Sale, Sacramento Kings, Athlete, Maitrī, Symbolism, Chinese Basketball Association, Sichuan Blue Whales, Cryptocurrency

NEW YORK, Feb. 28, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Today, Blanksoles, the first decentralized sneaker company partnered with NBA legend Metta Sandiford-Artest ("Metta World Peace" or "Metta"), to announce the launch of "Metta Designsoles."

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, Feb. 28, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Today, Blanksoles, the first decentralized sneaker company partnered with NBA legend Metta Sandiford-Artest ("Metta World Peace" or "Metta"), to announce the launch of "Metta Designsoles."
  • This is the first iteration of "designsoles," a series of limited edition NFTs and corresponding sneakers.
  • 50 current blanksoles genesis mint holders can also access these exclusive kicks through burning their blanksoles NFT in exchange for a designsoles token.
  • Blanksoles is poised for growth, having already demonstrated its capabilities through its partnership with the Sacramento Kings and successful launch of their limited NFT collection, "Laid Back Lions."

PodcastOne Launches Mettaphorically Speaking With NBA Champion And All-Star Metta World Peace On International World Peace Day, September 21, 2021 Boost Mobile Set As Premiere Podcast Sponsor

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Tuesday, September 21, 2021
Cold Case Files, IOS, NBA, STIRR, Private Securities Litigation Reform Act, Malice in the Palace, Maitrī, OZY (media company), TikTok, Netflix, Program, Smart TV, Mental health, Apple, LiveXLive, SEC, MLB Network Radio, Los Angeles Lakers, Attention, Dream, Dish Network, Compliance, Westwood One, U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, PPV, Android, Twitter, Knowledge, Apple TV, Radio, List of NBA All-Stars, Metta Sandiford-Artest, Music, Boost Mobile, Annual report, NASDAQ, Indiana Pacers, Sport, Television, YouTube, Amazon, Athlete, OTT, Acquisition, Company, Roku, Name, Carrier IQ, A&E, Instagram, COVID-19, Amazon Fire tablet, International, DISH, Network address, Video game

Mettaphorically Speaking is set to launch today, September 21, International World Peace Day, on PodcastOne, Apple, Facebook, Spotify, Amazon and wherever podcasts are heard.

Key Points: 
  • Mettaphorically Speaking is set to launch today, September 21, International World Peace Day, on PodcastOne, Apple, Facebook, Spotify, Amazon and wherever podcasts are heard.
  • Mettaphorically Speaking infuses humor with frank discussion and offers a place where listeners can find knowledge, inspiration and power.
  • "I'm very excited to be partnering with PodcastOne and Boost Mobile on my 'Mettaphorically Speaking' podcast, and look forward to bringing unique points of view on important topics that oftentimes don't get much attention," said Metta World Peace.
  • LiveXLive and PodcastOne are taking the greatest athletes in the world and bringing these revered icons directly to the fans.