McLaren to launch 7-page manga NFT on Tezos during Singapore and Japan Grand Prix

22-09-29 11:46

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・McLaren will be in Singapore and Japan during the Grand Prix (October 1, 2022 7th to 7th) to launch a 7-page comic NFT.

・NFTs are minted on the energy-efficient Tezos blockchain, the official technology partner of the McLaren team. Fans can purchase NFTs on McLaren's website for $9.99 per page.

・Purchasing NFT will not only give you ownership of the comic, fans will also have the chance to win McLaren merchandise and receive a McLaren Management's call invitation.

On the eve of the Singapore and Japan Grand Prix on October 2 and October 9 respectively , the Formula One powerhouse McLaren team launched a 7-page NFT series of comics on Tezos, which is energy-efficient and the official technical partner of the team. 1 page of NFT will be released every day, starting with the 2022 Singapore Grand Prix, and the last one will be released at the 2022 Japanese Grand Prix. Issued in total of 400 per page, they are available for minting on the McLaren Racing Collective website for $9.99 per page.

7-page NFT series of comics by Vietnamese interdisciplinary designer and cyberpunk illustration expert Meine Created by Nguyen. The comic tells the story of two McLaren interns tasked by CEO Zak Brown with keeping an eye on the team's mascot and 'Speed Chief' Mr Speedy K Kiwi, who escapes , and travel across Asia.

Fans who purchase NFT will receive attractive benefits, exclusive access in various ways McLaren team. Fans who purchase the one-page comic will be entitled to a virtual conference call with McLaren. For fans who purchase multiple pages, each page will be counted as part of a draw for McLaren prizes such as McLaren T-shirts, posters and hats. If fans get all 7 NFTs, they will get a physical print copy of 7 pages of the comic for free. Additionally, MCL35M/Gulf owners who purchase an NFT will automatically receive an invitation to speak with a McLaren representative.

The event is part of McLaren's efforts to attract Asian fans. Four of the five countries in the world that are most interested in racing are in Asia. Central and Southeast Asia alone accounts for 35% of the $22 billion global non-functional industry. NFT transactions in sports are predicted to exceed $2 billion this year, double that in 2021.

Powered by the Tezos blockchain, McLaren Racing Collective is a place where fans and collectors can A platform to buy McLaren Racing digital collectibles or NFTs. Last year, Tezos teamed up with McLaren Racing in a multi-year technology partnership in Formula 1, IndyCar and esports. For McLaren and Tezos, sustainable development through innovation is a key asset of their partnership. The Tezos brand is featured on the McLaren Formula 1 team and the racing suits of the McLaren F1 drivers.

McLaren Racing Director of Licensing, E-Commerce and Esports Lindsey Eckhouse said: "We Excited to launch our newest NFT on the energy-efficient Tezos blockchain, specially curated with the talented Meine Ngyuen. This event is an important part of our team seeking to engage fans and provide them with exclusive access, especially at An area where NFTs are increasingly popular and passionate about racing. Fans can look forward to gorgeous artwork that is not only based on captivating storylines, but also captures the rich heritage and culture of Asia.” With its energy-efficient design and low With transaction fees, the Tezos ecosystem has fostered a vibrant community of NFT artists, collectors, and builders from around the world.

About TEZOS

Tezos is a smart currency that redefines what it means to hold and exchange value in a digitally connected world. Tezos is a self-upgradable, energy-efficient proof-of-stake blockchain with a proven track record that actively incorporates future innovations without network disruption. For more information, visit www.tezos.com.

About TZ APAC
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TZ Asia Pacific Pte Ltd (“TZ Asia Pacific”) is Asia’s leading blockchain adoption entity supporting the Tezos ecosystem. It takes a bottom-up approach to designing value-added blockchain transformation strategies for businesses and creators, working closely with blockchain experts and other stakeholders in the Tezos ecosystem. TZ APAC is supported by the Tezos Foundation and is headquartered in Singapore.

About McLaren

McLaren Racing was founded in 1963 by New Zealand racing driver Bruce McLaren. Since its debut in Formula One in 1966, McLaren has won 20 Formula One World Championships, more than 180 Formula One Grands Prix, three Indianapolis 500s and the first Take part in the 24 Hours of Le Mans.

The team competes in the FIA Formula One World Championship with Lando Norris and Daniel Ricciardo, NTT INDYCAR Series with Arrow McLaren SP drivers Pato O'Ward and Felix Rosenqvist, with Emma Gilmour Emma Gilmour. McLaren will compete in the ninth season of the 2022/23 FIA Formula E World Championship.

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McLaren is number one An F1 team that achieved Carbon Trust standards in 2010 and has retained it every two years since, most recently in February 2021. It was also the first team to be awarded the UN Sport for Climate Action pledge in 2021. The F1 team that received the FIA 3-star Sustainability Certification Award.