Core Insights - WISeKey International Holding Ltd. is hosting an exclusive reveal of Yan Balestra's artwork "Anvil Wonderland" at its Geneva headquarters from January 30 to February 2, 2025, coinciding with the ArtGeneve contemporary art fair [1][11] - The exhibition will showcase a blend of physical and digital art, featuring a unique acrylic on canvas piece and an accompanying NFT animation, providing a phygital experience for collectors [3][4][12] Company Overview - WISeKey operates as a global leader in cybersecurity, AI, Blockchain, and IoT, with various subsidiaries focusing on specific technology areas, including the WISe.ART platform for NFTs [1][14][15] - The company aims to secure digital identity ecosystems using advanced technologies, having deployed over 1.6 billion microchips across various IoT sectors [15] Artist and Artwork Details - Yan Balestra is recognized for his Neo-Pop aesthetic, combining elements of extreme sports culture and retro-futurism, with his alter-ego Yonel representing themes of exploration and imagination [5] - "Anvil Wonderland" is a 60 x 80 cm acrylic piece that features vibrant colors and a dynamic composition, alongside a 9-second NFT animation that enhances the viewer's experience [3][4] Event and Sales Information - The opening exhibition will take place on January 29, 2025, offering an intimate setting for collectors and art enthusiasts to engage with Balestra's work [11] - NFTs associated with the projects will be available for purchase using cryptocurrencies or credit cards on the WISe.ART platform, emphasizing the integration of traditional and digital art [12][13] Related Projects - Espace_L will present a selection of NFTs at ArtGeneve, while Soren Sorenson's "20 Song" project will explore the role of AI in music creation, inviting public participation [7][9] - The SpinDreams project, initiated in 2022, aims to bridge analog and digital realities, showcasing the interplay between technology and nature [6]
WISeArt's Exclusive Reveal of Yan Balestra's Anvil Wonderland to be Held at WISeKEY's Geneva Headquarters from January 30 to February 2