Author: Chain Wire

Miami, United States, July 22nd, 2026, Chainwire

Unserious today announced the acquisition of Creepz, one of the most recognizable NFT collections of the 2021-22 cycle. Backed by entrepreneur and investor Adam Weitsman, and with the support of the original founders, the deal places the lizard cult brand under a powerhouse new team.

Most importantly, the acquisition marks a homecoming for Psychrome – the original mastermind and creative genius behind the Creepz lore. Returning to lead IP development, he also brings a resume as a globally exhibited artist whose commercial collaborations span Nike, Salomon, Sneaker Con, Staple, Disney, Warner Bros., and Rovio.

Beyond this foundational creative leadership, the Unserious team brings deep operating experience with a track record spanning consumer brands, entertainment, and enterprise tech, alongside crypto’s largest token launches – including the historic ApeCoin.

Unserious also took the opportunity to formally deny the existence of lizard people, their alleged evil activities, and any plans for $CREEPZ world domination.

About Unserious

Unserious is reimagining the future of decentralized brands.

Contact

Acquirer
Unserious
Unserious
contact@unserious.inc

Laramie, Wyoming, July 22nd, 2026, FinanceWire

Mandela Digital today announced a $5 million investment from Datavault AI and the launch of its official digital website at www.mandela.digital.

Datavault AI Commits $5 Million and Technology Platform to Support Mandela Dollar

Datavault AI Inc. has committed and begun deploying $5 million in funding to Mandela Digital. The investment will accelerate the development and launch of the Mandela Dollar (MUSD), a 1:1 USD-backed stablecoin designed to promote financial inclusion, remittances, and digital payments across the Global South and beyond.

Mandela Digital combines institutional-grade financial infrastructure with the moral authority of the Mandela name to address the needs of the billions of people globally who remain unbanked or underbanked.

Under the agreement, Datavault AI’s investment will support stablecoin infrastructure, regulatory compliance, exchange integrations, liquidity, and go-to-market initiatives. As the primary technology partner, Datavault AI will also provide its patented AI platforms, blockchain tokenization expertise, SanQtum quantum-resilient encryption, and real-world asset (RWA) frameworks to power MUSD’s issuance, redemption, compliance, and on-chain transparency.

Key Highlights

• $5 million investment by Datavault AI Inc. (NASDAQ: DVLT) into Mandela Digital.
• Full deployment of Datavault AI’s technology stack, including AI-driven platforms, tokenization patents, quantum-secure encryption, and RWA infrastructure.
• Launch of the Application Stage of the Early Access Programme, which will remain open for a symbolic 67-day window starting on Nelson Mandela International Day 2026, honoring the 67 years Nelson Mandela spent fighting for human rights, equality and social justice. 
• Official website www.mandela.digital now live as the central global hub for the initiative.

Mandela Digital Launches Official Digital Home

www.mandela.digital

The new website at www.mandela.digital serves as the venture’s primary global hub, offering stakeholders transparent information, official updates, and resources. It follows the recent opening of applications for the Mandela Dollar Early Access Programme on Nelson Mandela International Day.

Key sections of the website will be updated periodically to include details on the MUSD framework, reserves and audits, governance, the Early Access Programme for financial institutions and intergovernmental organizations, partnership information, and educational resources aligned with Nelson Mandela’s values of economic empowerment.

Quotes

Mustaq Patel, Chairman, Mandela Digital: “I conceived the Mandela Dollar to solve what the industry has long failed to deliver: a stablecoin that combines institutional architecture with genuine moral authority. Technology without trust is a commodity; trust without infrastructure is insufficient. Datavault AI’s $5 million investment and full technology deployment under a signed legal agreement mark the transition from vision to construction. www.mandela.digital represents our commitment to transparency and accessibility as we build serious financial infrastructure for the Global South and beyond.”

Zaziwe Dlamini-Manaway, Director, Mandela Digital “My grandfather measured progress by its impact on people’s daily lives — whether families could thrive, young people could build futures, and workers could preserve the value of their labor. Mandela Digital, brought to us by Mustaq Patel and now supported by Datavault AI’s capital and technology under formal agreement, carries that vision forward with clarity and seriousness of purpose. The Mandela name stands for what endures, and we are confident this initiative is built to last.”

About Mandela Digital

Mandela Digital is the U.S.-headquartered Joint Venture developing the Mandela Dollar (MUSD), a 1:1 USD-backed stablecoin engineered to institutional standards. The initiative aims to expand reliable U.S. Dollar-denominated financial access across Africa, Southeast Asia, Latin America, and beyond.

Caution Regarding Unauthorized Tokens

The Mandela Dollar (MUSD) is currently in development and not yet live on any blockchain or exchange. Mandela Digital has not authorized any token sale, pre-sale, ICO, IEO, or similar offering. The public is advised to exercise extreme caution against any unauthorized tokens, websites, or individuals claiming to represent MUSD or Mandela Digital. Suspected fraudulent activity should be reported to legal@mandela.digital. All verified information is available exclusively at www.mandela.digital.

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of U.S. federal securities laws. These statements are based on current expectations and are subject to risks and uncertainties, including regulatory developments, technology timelines, market conditions, and other factors that may cause actual results to differ materially. Neither Datavault AI nor Mandela Digital undertakes any obligation to update forward-looking statements except as required by law.

Nothing in this release constitutes an offer to sell or solicitation to buy any security or digital asset.

Contact

Chairman
Mustaq Patel
Mandela Digital
PR@mandela.digital

New York City, NY, USA, July 22nd, 2026, FinanceWire

Knot, the leading merchant connectivity platform, has announced its partnership with RBC, Canada’s largest bank, to make RBC cards the default payment method for millions of cardholders wherever they spend. Using Knot’s CardSwitcher, RBC cardholders can set their RBC card as the saved payment method at their favorite merchants directly from the RBC mobile app, without manually entering card details. The partnership marks Knot’s first expansion beyond the United States.

Keeping RBC Top of Wallet

One of the hardest moments in payments is the first one. When a cardholder gets a new RBC card, putting it to use means hunting down every merchant where a card is already saved and updating each one by hand, so a new card often sits idle for weeks before it sees real spend. The partnership removes that friction. From the RBC app, cardholders add their RBC card to their preferred merchants in a few taps and set it as the saved payment method at the places they already spend, from the day the card is in hand.

For RBC, that means a card that goes to work immediately instead of waiting to be activated across a cardholder’s everyday spend. Placing the card as the default at the merchants cardholders use most keeps it top of wallet, turning a new RBC card from an occasional choice into a go-to payment method from the start and driving repeat spend and deeper loyalty to RBC.

Expanding into Canada with the Country’s Largest Bank

For years, Knot has built the merchant connectivity layer across the United States, linking the people, financial institutions, and merchants behind everyday spend. RBC is where that infrastructure goes international for the first time. Canada is Knot’s first market beyond the U.S., and launching it with the country’s largest bank sets the standard for every market that follows.

RBC did not become Canada’s largest bank by standing still. They move early, they invest in their clients, and they push the industry forward. That is exactly the kind of partner Knot wants to build alongside, and the reason RBC is the right first step into a new market. Bringing CardSwitcher to Canadian cardholders is the start of a longer roadmap, both for what Knot and RBC build together and for where Knot goes next.

About RBC

Royal Bank of Canada is a global financial institution with a purpose-driven, principles-led approach to delivering leading performance. Its success comes from the 101,000+ employees who leverage their imaginations and insights to bring the company’s vision, values, and strategy to life so it can help its clients thrive and communities prosper. As Canada’s biggest bank, and one of the largest in the world based on market capitalization, RBC has a diversified business model with a focus on innovation and providing exceptional experiences to its more than 19 million clients in Canada, the U.S., and 27 other countries. Learn more at rbc.com.

About Knot

Knot is the leading merchant connectivity platform, simplifying how consumers, merchants, and financial institutions interact. CardSwitcher is the foundation of Knot’s product suite, letting users update and manage card-on-file payments across hundreds of merchants. Building on the same connectivity infrastructure, TransactionLink delivers SKU-level transaction data, and SubManager gives users a single place to view and manage their subscriptions. By removing friction at every step, Knot helps financial institutions grow engagement, loyalty, and spend.

Users can learn more at KnotAPI.com and connect with Knot on X (@KnotAPIs) and LinkedIn (LinkedIn.com/company/KnotAPI).

Contact

Head of Growth
Jose Del Real
Knot
press@knotapi.com

New York City, USA, July 22nd, 2026, FinanceWire

RedotPay, a global stablecoin-based payment fintech, today announced it has been named to CNBC’s World’s Top Fintech Companies 2026 list, in the Payments category. RedotPay’s inclusion in the prestigious list reflects the growth of the company, which is the global leader in stablecoin consumer payments by volume and has over eight million users.

The list is compiled independently by CNBC and Statista, based on the past year’s performance data. Now in its fourth edition, the list honors 500 companies across nine market segments — Payments, Wealth Technology, Neobanking, Alternative Financing, Digital Assets, Enterprise Fintech, Insurtech, Regtech, and Others. For each segment, performance indicators and other metrics were used to evaluate and select companies for inclusion on the list.

“We’re honored to be recognized as a leading payments fintech company by CNBC and Statista. Stablecoin-powered payments are quickly becoming trusted by millions around the world, especially among those who don’t have reliable access to traditional banking infrastructure. We remain focused on making everyday stablecoin payments accessible to many more around the world,” said Michael Gao, CEO and Co-Founder of RedotPay.

The recognition reflects RedotPay’s continued focus on making stablecoin payments accessible, reliable, and compliant for customers and businesses globally. The company recently surpassed $1bn in monthly total payment volume. Its investors include Goodwater, Galaxy, Pantera, and Lightspeed.

About RedotPay

RedotPay is a global stablecoin-based payment fintech that integrates blockchain solutions with traditional banking and finance infrastructure. Our intuitive platform empowers millions around the world to spend and send digital assets, ensuring faster, more accessible and inclusive financial services. RedotPay advances financial inclusion for the unbanked and supports crypto enthusiasts, driving global adoption of secure and flexible stablecoin-powered financial solutions to bring crypto to real life. For more information, visit www.redotpay.com.

Contact

RedotPay
press@redotpay.com

London, United Kingdom, July 22nd, 2026, FinanceWire

New AI-Powered Multi-Asset Trading and Wealth Management Platform Built to Bridge Global Markets

Richard Ashford, Chief Investment Officer at ArkBridge, discusses the growing role of AI in modern investing.

ArkBridge, a new multi-asset trading and wealth management platform, today announced its official launch, introducing a private-client approach to modern investing built around institutional-grade infrastructure, artificial intelligence, and dedicated human expertise. 

Designed under the brand vision “Trade Without Limits. Built to Bridge Global Markets.”, ArkBridge was created to connect individual investors with the type of market access, research intelligence, and strategic support traditionally associated with institutional investment environments.

The platform provides access to global financial markets through a single connected ecosystem, offering opportunities across Equities, Forex, ETFs, Commodities, Indices, and Digital Assets.

“At ArkBridge, our mission is to bridge the gap between sophisticated market infrastructure and the modern investor,” said Sebastian Hawthorne, Chief Executive Officer of ArkBridge. “Clients today want more than access to markets. They want intelligence, structure, transparency, and professional support. ArkBridge was built to deliver exactly that.”

What is ArkBridge?

ArkBridge is an AI-powered trading and wealth management platform designed for investors seeking access to global markets with a more structured and professional experience.

The company combines multi-asset trading, AI-enhanced market intelligence, dedicated investment specialists, and private-client style support within one platform. Its model is built for clients who want more than a standard trading account — they want tools, insight, and guidance that help them make more informed financial decisions. ArkBridge website: https://arkbridge.com/

As an ArkBridge investment platform, the service is designed to support both active market participants and long-term investors. Its focus is not only on execution, but also on research, portfolio thinking, market education, and personalized investment support.

This positions ArkBridge as a bridge between self-directed trading and modern wealth management, combining technology-driven access with human expertise.

Screenshot of ArkBridge’s official homepage.

Why ArkBridge Was Created

Financial markets have changed dramatically over the last decade. Artificial intelligence, global liquidity, algorithmic execution, and cross-asset connectivity have transformed how professional investors identify opportunities and manage risk.

Yet many private investors still operate with fragmented tools, limited research access, and little direct support from experienced investment professionals.

ArkBridge was founded on a clear belief: modern investors deserve access to the intelligence, technology, and strategic thinking that have historically been reserved for institutions and high-net-worth market participants.

The company’s launch reflects a growing demand for platforms that combine speed and market access with deeper guidance, better information, and a more disciplined investment framework.

ArkBridge AI: Institutional Intelligence Meets Human Expertise

At the core of the ArkBridge ecosystem is a hybrid model that combines artificial intelligence with professional judgment.

The platform uses AI-enhanced analytics to monitor market conditions, sector performance, volatility trends, macroeconomic developments, and cross-asset relationships. These insights are designed to help clients identify opportunities, understand market movement, and support more informed portfolio decisions.

However, ArkBridge does not position AI as a replacement for human expertise. Instead, the company views artificial intelligence as a decision-support layer that enhances the work of experienced specialists, portfolio professionals, and research teams.

“AI is becoming one of the most important tools in modern investing,” said Richard Ashford, Chief Investment Officer at ArkBridge. “But the real value comes when technology is paired with human context. Our approach is to use AI to process complexity, while our specialists help clients understand what that information means for their goals.”

ArkBridge’s 1-on-1 Zoom sessions connect traders with experienced specialists for platform onboarding, AI tool setup, and market education.

Multi-Asset Market Access Through One Connected Platform

ArkBridge provides clients with access to multiple asset classes from a unified account structure: https://arkbridge.com/accounts

Available markets include:

• Global Equities
• Forex
• Exchange-Traded Funds
• Commodities
• Major Indices
• Digital Assets

The platform is designed to reduce the complexity of managing multiple providers, tools, and market accounts. Instead, ArkBridge brings global market access together into one connected environment built for fast execution, professional research, and seamless portfolio monitoring.

For private clients and experienced investors, this creates a more efficient way to view opportunities across regions, sectors, and asset classes.

By connecting these markets under one ecosystem, ArkBridge aims to support better diversification, more informed decision-making, and a more complete view of global investment opportunities.

A More Private-Client Approach to Investing

While ArkBridge offers technology-led access to global markets, the company’s long-term differentiation lies in its service model. 

Clients are supported by dedicated investment specialists who assist with platform navigation, market education, investment planning, and long-term strategy development. This approach reflects ArkBridge’s belief that technology is most effective when paired with professional support.

According to Richard Ashford, Chief Investment Officer at ArkBridge, the platform is designed for investors who want access, but also perspective. “Markets move quickly, but long-term financial decisions should not be rushed,” Ashford said. “ArkBridge gives clients the tools to access global markets, but also the structure and expertise to approach those markets with discipline.”

This private-client style approach is expected to become a central part of ArkBridge’s client experience, particularly as the company expands its wealth management offering.

Building the Future of AI-Powered Wealth Management

Beyond trading access, ArkBridge is developing a broader wealth management framework designed to support structured, long-term financial growth.

The company is focused on AI-powered portfolio construction, specialist-led investment planning, research-driven market insights, and client education. These services are being developed to support investors who want to build portfolios with greater clarity, stronger market awareness, and more professional oversight.

ArkBridge’s leadership team includes:

• Sebastian Hawthorne, Chief Executive Officer
• Arthur Tan Boon Hock, Chief Finance Officer
• Richard Ashford, Chief Investment Officer
• Dr. Simone Carter, Chief Scientific Officer
• Lucas Nowak, Chief AI & Innovation Officer
• Matthew Collins, Chief Information Security Officer
• Eleanor Price, Chief Human Resources Officer & Chief Customer Officer

Together, the leadership team is focused on establishing ArkBridge as a serious new name in multi-asset investing, AI-supported wealth management, and private-client financial technology.

About ArkBridge

ArkBridge is a multi-asset trading and wealth management platform built on the principle of Institutional Intelligence for Modern Investors.

The company combines AI-powered insights, institutional-grade infrastructure, dedicated investment specialists, and access to global financial markets. ArkBridge provides clients with access to Equities, Forex, ETFs, Commodities, Indices, and Digital Assets through a connected investment ecosystem designed for clarity, flexibility, and professional support.

For more information: ArkBridge.com

Contact

CMO
David Kaladze
davidk@arkbridge.com