Reebok LTD announced an exclusive collaboration with independent concept store Machine-A celebrating the LGBTQIA+ community and gender neutrality.
Key pieces of the collection include the Reebok Club C LTD “Trompe L’Oeil” Instapump silhouette, vector bodysuit, and drilled socks.
Multi-platinum vocalist, Grammy® winner, and Academy Award nominee Andra Day shares her soaring rendition of “Lift Every Voice and Sing” on all streaming platforms. Listen HERE via Warner Records. Day’s forthcoming album, Cassandra, arrives this spring and features standout singles, “Where Do We Go” and “Probably.” Pre-order/Pre-save HERE.
ABOUT ANDRA DAY:
GRAMMY® Award-winning singer/songwriter, activist, and acclaimed actress Andra Day has been bearing her heart on the world’s stage for years. She was initially best known for her 2016 GRAMMY®- nominated behemoth, “Rise Up,” which amassed over 1 billion streams and an RIAA triple-platinum certification. And she’s performed alongside everyone from Stevie Wonder and the Obamas to Nick Jonas and Alicia Keys. In 2021, her feature-acting debut in the Lee Daniels-directed biopic The United States vs. Billie Holiday (in which she starred as Holiday herself), earned her a Golden Globe for Best Performance by an Actress in a Motion Picture Drama and a nomination for Best Actress at the Oscars. She also won a Grammy Award for Best Soundtrack Visual Media and a BET Award for Best Actress. Since the film, she hasn’t slowed down, making appearances at The Golden Globes, The View, The Tonight Show, and The Daily Show, among others. What’s more, Andra continues to support causes close to her heart, and has worked with GiveDirectly, Public Counsel, and the Biden/Harris administration to name a few. Her upcoming studio album Cassandra is a soulful and timeless body of work that captures the artist’s essence and inimitable vocals.
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As football fans gear up for the biggest showdown of the year, Tilray Brands, (“Tilray” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: TLRY; TSX: TLRY), a leading cannabis lifestyle and craft beer and beverage, consumer product goods company, is unveiling its craft beer locks for the big game. Whether you’re looking for a crispy, juicy, or hoppy brew, Tilray’s acclaimed craft breweries across the country have you covered. From east to west and north to south, Tilray’s BIG GAME BEERS are serving up the perfect brews for gameday on Feb 11.
For product availability, please visit our brand websites linked above. Always drink responsibly.
Elastos Partners with The Metaverse Bank to Deliver Decentralized Digital ID Services
Singapore/London: 07 February ‘24 – Elastos today joined forces with The Metaverse Bank (TMB) to deliver decentralized digital ID services, to enable users to verify any form of personal credential securely and privately, without dependence on a third-party intermediary.
The service will cover a range of applications, from eKYC banking verification, to educational qualifications, professional references, age, resident or fiscal status, or any other credential that may be required. Unlike traditional, centralized verification processes, the absence of any intermediary means that the individual remains in full control of what s/he shares and for what purpose; no data is shared or remains with a third party.
TMB uses Blockchain technology to log, secure and reconcile transactions based on any type of value denomination whether it be a financial asset, access/usage rights, ownership or any other form of credential, including identity. Thanks to the development and use of EDAs the nature of the asset is effectively irrelevant. EDAs contain all the information, not just the value of the asset but – courtesy of the Blockchain – its ownership, provenance, history and, even, physical location or jurisdiction. Users at either side of the transaction are at liberty to select their own asset of exchange as/when they enter into a transaction; in this case, this could mean any form of personal identification.
Decentralized digital IDs (DIDs) are absolutely central to Elastos’ vision for Web3; a so-called SmartWeb that transforms the Internet into a user-driven, interactive ecosystem.
“It’s about merging decentralised technology and security, transitioning from centralised control to a more democratic space where users own and control their data,” says Jonathan Hargreaves, Elastos’ Global Head of Business Development & ESG.
“Control of one’s identity is actually where this entire vision starts. Through our partnership with TMB, users will be able to verify their credentials on their terms, retaining full and absolute control over what they share and for what purpose,” he says.
“Data integrity is ensured, not only due to the ownership and control being deferred to the user, but also by the nature of Blockchain technology, based on multiple, independently validated ‘smart contracts’ far less susceptible to interference or manipulation than its centralized equivalent,” adds Jonathan.
TMB’s service is empowered by its Enigma3, an AI driven platform that can recognize and reconcile any form of transactional value, enabling individuals to connect direct with service providers – entirely on their terms – in this instance, as part of an ID validation process. The entire infrastructure has been developed in accordance with Open Banking standards, ensuring consistency, compliance and a significantly higher level of security with nearly 100 countries currently applying some form of the norms.
“The Blockchain technology underpinning Enigma3 reflects the broader benefits of Web3 and decentralization. The user retains absolute control over his/her data, exactly what is submitted and who has access; a stark distinction from traditional and, even, online commerce characterized by opacity regarding personal data and the institutionalization of privacy breaches. The absence of an intermediary controlling access and use, removes the last barrier to entry; in effect – since it’s the user who initiates and defines access – such systems are inherently more inclusive than their centralized predecessors,” says Rob Atkin, CEO, Founder of The Metaverse Bank
“Decentralized, user-controlled DID services are fundamental to Elastos’ vision of a truly SmartWeb – a vision that TMB wholeheartedly shares. We are delighted to be playing a role in ensuring the same,” he adds.
About The Metaverse Bank
The Metaverse Bank is the world’s first transaction platform custom built for the Metaverse and Web3 business models to allow payments and other transactions to move seamlessly between encrypted tokens and real world assets. It is based on the Enigma3 engine driven by AI to facilitate multi-inclusive economic models.
About Elastos
Elastos is a public blockchain project that integrates blockchain technology with a suite of reimagined platform components to produce a modern Internet infrastructure that provides intrinsic protection for privacy and digital asset ownership. The mission is to build accessible, open-source services for the world, so developers can build an internet where individuals own and control their data.
The Elastos SmartWeb platform enables organizations to recalibrate how the Internet works for them to better control their own data.
Speed Skating Canada is partnering with FILA, one of the world’s most renowned premium lifestyle sports brands, to outfit Canada’s national short track and long track teams with on-ice technical garments and off-ice apparel for the next four years.
From competition skinsuits to podium wear and off-ice apparel, the new partnership with FILA will provide Canadian skaters with a fresh new look on both national and international stages. This includes appearances at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milano-Cortina, as well as the seven International Skating Union events set to take place in Canadian rinks over the next few seasons.
“Speed Skating Canada is proud to partner with FILA, a well-respected global brand synonymous with excellence. Together, we’re ensuring that our Canadian athletes are competing in the most advanced race suits in the world. FILA’s blend of precision and technical innovation will help propel our athletes to new heights on the global stage for the remainder of this Olympic cycle.”
– Joe Morissette, Chief Executive Officer, Speed Skating Canada
Canadian skaters began wearing their new FILA skinsuits and podium wear earlier this fall on the World Cup circuit, where they have captured an impressive 23 medals in long track (5 gold, 11 silver, 7 bronze) and 22 medals in short track (10 gold, 6 silver, 6 bronze). The new black and red designs, featuring a unique maple leaf pattern, helps Canada’s athletes stand out from their competitors both on and off the ice.
The FILA brand is well-regarded within the speed skating community, and outfits national federations from the Netherlands, Norway, and Italy. FILA-sponsored athletes achieved remarkable success last season, taking home 12 medals at the ISU World Short Track Championships in Seoul, confirming their status as technical sponsors in ice sports.
This new partnership will bring Canada’s most successful Olympic sport under the FILA umbrella. With a combined 79 Olympic medals – 42 in long track and 37 in short track – and well over 350 World Championship podiums, Canadians have been a dominant force in both short track and long track speed skating, holding a place alongside the world’s elite.
Canadian speed skating fans will have the opportunity to see the new designs in action on home ice during a pair of upcoming international events this February. These include ISU World Cup Speed Skating in Quebec City from February 2-4, and the prestigious ISU World Speed Skating Championships in Calgary from February 15-18.
About Speed Skating Canada
Speed Skating Canada is the national governing body responsible for the organization, coordination, and administration of both short track and long track speed skating in Canada. Founded in 1887, we proudly represent over 12,000 athletes, coaches, officials, and volunteers from coast to coast. Our non-profit organization is accountable to our 13 provincial and territorial speed skating organizations (PTSOs) and our national team program. We’re here to rally, inspire, and lead the charge for our country’s most successful Olympic sport.
About FILA
FILA was named the official apparel supplier for Speed Skating Canada in 2023. Canada’s national short track and long track teams proudly wear skin suits, podium wear and training gear from the brand. Established in 1911, this Italian company is one of the most renowned sports brands in the world. In South Korean hands since 2007, FILA continues to create authentic collections inspired by the style, elegance and passion of its Italian heritage.
WHAT + WHERE + WHEN: PATRÓN Tequila, the ultimate party-starter, was at the core of where art, music and culture intersect at Miami Art Week 2023, taking the most talked about parties of the weekend to the next level!
To kick-off the weekend, on Thursday night (12/7), PATRÓN brought out the big energy at the:
On Friday, the celebrations for PATRÓN continued with appearances at:
To close out the weekend, PATRÓN made a final appearance at the Meta Mixed Reality Party and NYLON Nights:
WHY: Each December, the best of art and culture come together for an immersive, artist-driven weekend of celebrations at Miami Art Week. This year, PATRÓN Tequila took the most talked about parties on South Beach to next level.
From partnering with NYLON House, SOHO House, Gallery Media Group, Vintage Frames and Lori Harvey × YEVRAH Swim, PATRÓN Tequila remained at the forefront of every occasion – bringing people together for extraordinary moments and serving up the perfect drinks for the iconic celebrations.
Like Art Basel, PATRÓN Tequila brings people together for moments of celebration, encouraging those who wish to experience the very best of everything. Using 100% naturally perfect ingredients (agave, water and yeast) and crafted in small batches to ensure consistency and quality, PATRÓN has one goal in mind and that’s to create the finest tequila in the world.
WHO WAS THERE:
THURSDAY, 12/7
FRIDAY, 12/8
SATURDAY, 12/9
ABOUT PATRÓN EL ALTO
PATRÓN EL ALTO’s impressively rare and masterfully aged tequila was handcrafted from the finest 100% Weber Blue Agave and is the result of over 300 tastings over four years from legendary Master Distiller David Rodriguez and his talented team of distilling artisans. The exceptional liquid contains a selection of the best Reposado, Añejo, and Extra Añejo tequilas – resulting in a naturally smooth and sweet taste with subtle notes of figs, honey, caramel, dried fruit and vanilla.
Where can you find PATRÓN EL ALTO?
ABOUT PATRÓN EL CIELO
The ultimate innovation in silver tequila, PATRÓN EL CIELO is the first four times distilled prestige tequila in the world. Made with the highest quality 100% Weber Blue Agave with only 100% natural ingredients, PATRÓN EL CIELO is crafted with the smallest copper pot still at Hacienda PATRÓN. Often misconceived as a culprit for diluting flavors, the unique distillation process for PATRÓN EL CIELO actually “unlocked” and opened up the natural sweetness and smoothness from the agave. The perfect summer party starter, PATRÓN EL CIELO makes every moment shine bright from day to night.
Where can you find PATRÓN EL CIELO?
Perfect for holiday entertaining and heading into Dry January, Free AF‘s award-winning line of alcohol-free RTD cocktails. They include their newest flavor, Cucumber G&T, which is refreshing and versatile, and is a new addition to the popular flavor collection of pre-made functional cocktails.
As holiday entertaining is underway, Cucumber G&T offers a refreshing twist on a classic cocktail. Crafted with natural cucumber flavor, it’s the perfect ingredient for this holiday season to blend with holiday entertaining.
Another flavor to profile for holiday is Cuba Libre, which is perfect for serving as a cola cocktail with a cherry or lime garnish, even pairing with a scoop of sorbet or low sugar gelato on top. The TikTok trend in “Dirty Sodas” works perfectly for the Cuba Libre by Free AF for an alcohol free version with Afterglow.
Free AF, the popular line of non-alcoholic pre-made cocktails, is enhanced with AfterglowTM, a 100% natural botanical heat extract that mimics the pleasant warmth of alcohol without the hangover. The RTDs are low in sugar, low in calories, and gluten free. With its smooth and crisp profile, Cucumber G&T is sure to satisfy the growing demand from cocktail enthusiasts looking for something fresh and different. Free AF is perfect for individuals seeking healthy alternatives to traditional alcoholic beverages this holiday season, or simply wishing to be alcohol-free.
The popular Free AF beverage flavor collection includes Cucumber G&T, Paloma, Apero Spritz, Cuba Libre, and Voda Spritz. The Free AF flavor portfolio is now available at Sprouts nationwide as well as for ordering via their website and Amazon.
Lisa King, who founded Eat My Lunch in New Zealand, created the award-winning functional non-alcoholic beverage line called Free AF. King aims to shake up the beverage industry with this innovative alternative to liquor. Since their launch in 2020, Free AF Drinks has aimed to cater to the growing sober curious movement and provide a refreshing alternative for those looking to cut back on alcohol. The sober curious movement has been gaining momentum in recent years, with more people choosing to decrease or remove alcohol from their lives. Free AF Drinks acknowledges the significance of supporting this growing community and aims to establish a secure and inclusive environment for them to connect and share their experiences. Free AF Drinks hopes to inspire and empower individuals by fostering a conversation around sobriety and offering resources.
“I set out to develop a range of drinks that offer the taste and experience of alcoholic beverages without the alcohol content. One of the key aspects of Free AF Drinks’ approach is our range of alcohol free options. Whether it’s our new refreshing Cucumber G&T or our take on an Aperol Spritz, Free AF has something for everyone looking to enjoy a desirable and full-flavored beverage that still provides satisfactory taste, without the alcohol.” – Lisa King, Founder
At this year’s Art Basel Miami Beach, Louis Vuitton presented a selection of the works that legendary Canadian-American architect Frank Gehry has produced during his wide-ranging and longstanding collaboration with the Maison. The specially designed booth in which the works were presented embodies his trademark aesthetic and his constant experimentation with forms. Wood and cardboard models that have always been central to the architect’s design process find their form in the scenography, while five enveloping sail-like mesh structures nod to Gehry’s 2014 window displays for the Maison. Organized into four themes dear to Frank Gehry – Architecture and Form, Material Exploration, Animals, and his Twisted Box creation for “Celebrating Monogram”– the objects on display include handbags, trunks, perfume bottles, original artworks, preparatory sketches, and architectural models.
Location: Miami Beach Convention Center, 1901 Convention Center Drive | Enter through West Lobby
LVMH and Miami Design District hosted a panel on Tuesday, December 5th with speakers, Anish Melwani, Craig Robins and Pamela Rauch, to celebrate the historic sustainability partnership between the two brands, where they signed an agreement reflecting their shared commitment to sustainability. The partnership involves LVMH’s 15 Maisons that lease space in the Miami Design District, including Louis Vuitton, Dior, Fendi, Berluti, Tiffany & Co., Bulgari, and Hublot. The agreement focuses on tangible and measurable action to achieve 100% renewable energy in stores.
Location: The Moore, 191 NE 40th St., Miami, FL 33137
Date: December 5
DaBaby (South Coast Music Group/Interscope Records) is feeling the Christmas spirit with a brand new video for his breakaway hit “NO FINSTA.” The holiday-themed visual directed by DaBaby takes inspiration from the classic film Friday After Next and finds the Charlotte, North Carolina native serving as a host for a Christmas house party filled with guests wearing Santa hats and spreading Yuletide cheer. Several special guests make appearances at DaBaby’s holiday party including Jack Funny, Robert “Champ” Wilmote, Funny Marco, Clayton Williams, and Eddie “Uncle Daddy” Harris.
WATCH HERE.
The song is a part of the rapper’s latest three-pack EP titled LET’S DO IT which released in October and features two other singles in “CRASH THE JEEP” and “D!CK.” DaBaby’s previous three-pack EP, CALL DA FIREMAN contained the smash hit single “SHAKE SUMN,” which became his sixth No. 1 song after it topped the Urban Radio chart. It also peaked at No. 11, No. 18, and No. 65 on Billboard’s Hot Rap Songs, Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs, and Hot 100 charts, respectively.
Recently, DaBaby was recognized at the 2023 BET Hip Hop Awards as he received nominations for Best Live Performer, Best Hip-Hop Video, and Video Director of the Year alongside Reel Goats. He’s also been quite busy hitting the interview circuit thanks to stellar conversations with Trevor Noah on his show What Now? With Trevor Noah and Shannon Sharpe’s Club Shay Shay podcast.
DaBaby – LET’S DO IT 3-Pack
Retail: https://dababy.lnk.to/LETSDOIT
“NO FINSTA” Music Video: https://dababy.lnk.to/NOFINSTAVid
Both Glenfiddich and The Balvenie have released exclusive limited edition holiday gifts. From a luxurious advent calendar in partnership with Questlove to a decadent whisky-infused macaron gift box.
Glenfiddich Single Malt Scotch Whisky has teamed up with world renowned French confectioner, Thierry Atlan, to create a limited-edition gift box containing 12 handcrafted macarons that are expertly infused with Glenfiddich Grand Cru – a luxury single malt Scotch whisky that has been matured for 23 years and elegantly finished in rare French Cuvée casks. The ultimate luxury gift for friends and family this holiday season, these limited-edition macarons feature a white chocolate ganache infused with Grand Cru’s beautiful harmony of flavors reminiscent of champagne, including rich vanilla, sweet brioche and sandalwood, and decadent notes of pear sorbet and white grape. The Glenfiddich x Thierry Atlan Grand Cru Scotch Whisky-Infused Macaronsare available online at www.thierry-atlan.com, as well as in person at Thierry Atlan’s Soho Boutique in NYC. (SRP: $68)
Questlove and The Balvenie Single Malt Scotch Whisky have joined forces once again to release The Craft of Holiday Entertaining – a limited-edition advent calendar thoughtfully designed to elevate your at-home bar this holiday season. Perfect for holiday hosts and whisky enthusiasts alike, this exceptional holiday gift opens to reveal 12 premium items including a limited-edition deck of Quest for Craft playing cards, Glencairn tasting glasses, bespoke holiday chocolates, and a QR code to redeem a bottle of The Balvenie DoubleWood 12 via Thirstie and/or Caskers, to name a few. The Craft of Holiday Entertaining Advent Calendar is available for purchase on TheBalvenieHolidayShop.com. (SRP: $225)
