Transcending worlds: Oracle Red Bull Racing and partners make history
Oracle Red Bull Racing and its partners create perfect storm of creativity, innovation and passion

Abu Dhabi – November 17, 2022: Oracle Red Bull Racing, its senior team partner Bybit, and Azuki creator Chiru Labs have made Formula One history by stamping a non-fungible first-order token, NFT, on the team’s cars for the finish season in Abu Dhabi. It is the first time that a top-tier NFT has graced a Formula 1 racing car or participated in a race.

NFT Lei the Lightning Azuki will ride shotgun for Max Verstappen and Sergio Perez as they chase a season finale win. A maverick, whose raw power, passionate personality, striking image and boundless spirit epitomize all Oracle Red Bull Racing values, Lei is the perfect match for the 2022 world champions.

Lei the Lightning Azuki is based on Azuki IP #8494, an original Azuki from the anime-inspired NFT collection, and represents the transcendence of worlds, symbolized by the real and virtual worlds.

It also highlights the diverse backgrounds of the partners who came together to create it: Bybit is a leading cryptocurrency exchange and a gateway to web3 and Chiru Labs, creator of Azuki, builds decentralized brands at the intersection of art, technology, and culture. . Tezosis the open source blockchain on which NFTs are minted. Combined they form a perfect storm of creativity, innovation and passion.

An NFT is a unique digital token on the blockchain, corresponding to a piece of art or other assets, where the provenance of the NFT can be publicly traced.. Much of the current NFT market is focused on collectibles, such as digital artwork. Is it so highly desirable and sought after creative works, and traditional art houses now include them in their catalogues.

To commemorate the teams’ record-breaking season and one-off event, fans will have the chance to own a limited-edition version of Lei the Lightning Azuki. NFTs #8494 will be minted on Tezos and will be available for free on a first-come, first-served basis.

Ben Zhou, Bybit’s co-founder and CEO, said. “This is a unique work of art and a timeless moment. We anticipate exciting things from this unique collaboration and Lei the Lightning Azuki. She is such an eye-catching character and a bridge that unites the racing, crypto, and NFT communities. We know everyone is going to jump at the chance to own a piece of history.”

Christian Horner, team principal and CEO of Oracle Red Bull Racing, said: “The nature of our sport means we are always pushing the limits, and to be the first to put a top-tier NFT on a Formula One car is a tremendous feat. Our partnership with Bybit and Azuki has been an ideal way to help us explore the world of Web3. In many ways, it has been an eye opener for us about the vast opportunities that Web3 has to offer. This unique project is the perfect combination of creativity, innovation and passion that matches our spirit on the track.”

“We are pleased to announce our partnership with Oracle Red Bull Racing and Bybit,” said Azuki founder Zagabond. “Lei the Lightning Azuki reflects the passion, precision and raw power of Oracle Red Bull Racing. We look forward to telling Lei’s story in the 2023 F1 season.”

Lei the Lightning themed NFTs and digital art will be available on the Bybit NFT marketplace. Fans just need to register on the site to claim their piece of history and the unique Azuki NFT.

Lei the Lightning Azuki – Character Overview

Lei the Lightning Azuki is a fearless and tenacious runner in the Azuki universe. After crossing into a magical world called The Garden, Lei gains the ability to harness the power of lightning in her run to increase power and speed. With unparalleled drive and focus, Lei the Lightning Azuki was born to compete – nothing can stand in the way of her dreams.

About Bybit

Bybit is a cryptocurrency exchange established in March 2018 to offer a professional platform where cryptocurrency traders can find a lightning-fast matching engine, excellent customer service, and multilingual community support. The company offers innovative online derivatives and spot trading services, mining and staking products, as well as API support, to retail and institutional clients around the world, and strives to be the most trusted exchange for the class of emerging digital assets. In addition to Oracle Red Bull Racing, Bybit also sponsors esports teams such as NAVI, Alliance, Astralis, and Virtus.pro; The German soccer club Borussia Dortmund and the Japanese soccer club Avispa Fukuoka.

About Oracle Red Bull Racing

Since its inception, Oracle Red Bull Racing has been a major force in the FIA ​​Formula 1 World Championship, the world’s premier motorsports category. Founded in 2005 to expand parent company Red Bull’s presence in F1 and to disrupt the status quo within the sport through a bold combination of passion, fun, ambition and achievement, Oracle Red Bull Racing has grown to become one one of the most successful teams in F1. With multiple Constructors’ and Drivers’ world titles and more than 80 race wins to its credit, Oracle Red Bull Racing continues its pursuit of ultimate performance – as a race team, as a home of champions and as an innovator operating at the cutting edge of technology.

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