In addition to the funding news, Virtualness also announced the launch of Gratitude OnChain, a program that invites the community to express their gratitude on blockchain in a permanent, immutable way. The program, which begins on World Gratitude Day, September 21, 2023, will run for 21 days and includes participation from top creators and organizations such as artist Leah Ibrahim Sams, NYT bestselling author Firoozeh Dumas, and social marketplace HUG, among others.
Key takeaways:
- Virtualness, a San Francisco-based mobile-first platform powered by generative AI and blockchain, has raised an undisclosed amount in a new funding round.
- The round was led by Shorooq Partners and Ankurit Capital, bringing the total funding to eight figures.
- Virtualness has launched Gratitude OnChain, a program that invites the community to express their gratitude on blockchain in a permanent, immutable way.
- Top creators and organizations are participating in the program, including artist Leah Ibrahim Sams, NYT bestselling author Firoozeh Dumas, and organizations like HUG and Liftery.