Moonbox is licensed to use the IP rights of renowned Hong Kong actor Stephen Chow's films in the form of NFTs, and aims to launch a series of AI-powered NFTs by the end of 2023
Hong Kong, Hong Kong S.A.R. Aug 5, 2023 (Issuewire.com) - OKX Ventures, the investment arm of leading global crypto exchange and innovative Web3 company OKX, has announced a USD1 million investment in Moonbox, an artificial intelligence (AI) technology and Web3-focused start-up based in Hong Kong.
In addition, Moonbox is licensed to use the intellectual property (IP) of Stephen Chow's films, such as "Journey to the West: Conquering the Demons," "Journey to the West: The Demons Strike Back" and "The Mermaid", in the form of NFTs. The company plans to launch a series of AI-powered NFTs and applications inspired by the art and film industry by the end of 2023.
Moonbox will use the investment to accelerate product growth and continue to develop its core technology, which is centred on building applications powered by the latest generative AI technology for use in Web3 and NFT applications.
OKX Ventures Partner Jeff Ren said: "Web3 and blockchain technology are revolutionizing the creator economy, and the emergence of Moonbox is an exciting step forward in this development. With blockchain technology, users can build an open, free, and transparent community, that allows for effective communication and open expression at a lower cost. Combining this together with AI technology brings promising possibilities for the Web3 ecosystem, and OKX Ventures is thrilled to play a role in that journey by supporting the work of Moonbox."
Moonbox Senior Advisor Ignious Yong said: "We're thrilled to have OKX Ventures as a leading investor in our first funding round, as well as the support from renowned actor and cultural icon, Mr. Stephen Chow. Our mission at Moonbox is to power the Web3 ecosystem, NFTs in particular, by providing fully interactive experiences with the use of AI generative technology. We are confident that the integration of AI and Web3 will make NFTs more fun and valuable, creating a larger variety of use cases in the film and entertainment industries and attracting users from all walks of life."
OKX Ventures, known for its focus on identifying high-quality projects around the world and support in developing the most cutting-edge technology innovations, has successfully invested in over 300 projects across the areas of blockchain infrastructure, Web3, NFT, and others, with the aim of promoting the sustainable development of the global blockchain industry. OKX Venture's investment in Moonbox is one of the many efforts OKX has in promoting the integration of AI and Web3.
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About OKX Ventures
OKX Ventures is the investment arm of OKX, a leading global crypto exchange, and innovative Web3 company. OKX Ventures focuses on exploring the best blockchain projects on a global scale, supporting cutting-edge blockchain technology innovation, promoting the healthy development of the global blockchain industry, and investing in long-term structural value.
Through its commitment to supporting entrepreneurs who contribute to the development of the blockchain industry, OKX Ventures helps build innovative companies and brings global resources and historical experience to blockchain projects.
About Moonbox
Moonbox is a Hong Kong-based AI and Web3 startup focusing on developing an interactive protocol with AI that can give life to different digital assets, including NFTs. In July 2023, the Company successfully granted Mr. Stephen Chow's cinematic IPs for use in NFTs.
Moonbox believes that the next wave of Web3 is with mass adoption, and is actively developing its technology to deliver greater value to both the movie industry and the Web3 ecosystem.
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