Oracle Red Bull Racing, and Chiru Labs, have released NFT "Lei the Lightning Azuki"

To celebrate their partnership with Oracle Red Bull Racing, Bybit and Chiru Labs have released a limited edition NFT collection inspired by the winning Azuki #8494. These NFTs, known as "Lei the Lightning Azuki," are issued on the Layer 1 proof-of-stake blockchain Tezos and may be purchased on the Bybit NFT Marketplace.

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A blue-chip NFT will be featured on an F1 team's race vehicles for the first time in history. In honor of the season finale in Abu Dhabi, both Max Verstappen and Sergio Perez will have the Azuki NFT emblazoned on their racing cars.

In the instance of Azuki, the NFTs are blockchain-minted digital collectibles inspired by the well-liked Japanese anime. As a human avatar NFT, Azuki #8494 stands out with its blue spiky hair, piercing eyes, and off-white dark backdrop. A toothpick and a light are stored in its mouth.

The lightning-themed Azuki NFTs will be given out for free to fans on a first-come, first-served basis.

In a press statement issued on Thursday, Chiru Labs and partners described the new collection, titled "Lei," which builds on the IP Azuki 8494, as a "maverick" whose "raw force," "passionate personality," "striking image," and "boundless energy" embody all the qualities of Oracle Red Bull Racing and make her an ideal fit for the 2022 World Champions.

All three partners have sizable user bases that are qualified to receive NFTs. After last year's triumph in F1, the Oracle Red Bull Racing team looks to repeat it under Verstappen's leadership. However, Bybit is a top web3 platform, and Azuki is a top NFT library.

Ben Zhou, co-founder and CEO of Bybit, made the following statement about the collaboration: that this is a one-of-a-kind work of art and a historic occasion. They think big things will come from teaming up with the lightning-fast Azuki, Lei. He's a fascinating figure who acts as a connector between the racing, crypto, and NFT worlds. Those involved anticipate that everyone will leap at the opportunity to acquire such a priceless artifact.

Christian Horner, Team Principal and Chief Executive Officer of Oracle Red Bull Racing, on the other hand, was very proud of his team for being the first to use a blue-chip NFT on a Formula One vehicle.

Working with Bybit and Azuki has proven to be a great resource for our firm as we go into the Web3 space. It has opened their eyes to the tremendous possibilities that Web3 presents in many ways. He said that the project's in the 2023 Formula One season, ingenuity, originality, and enthusiasm were all in line with the team's approach to racing.

When Azuki's creator, Zagabond, said that Lei the Lightning Oracle of Red Bull Racing's fervor, accuracy, and sheer power are all reflected in Azuki, the team planned to share Lei's narrative.

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