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BLINDSPOT: The Next Big App?
The addictive anonymous messaging app explodes on the scene
LONDON, December 15, 2015 /PRNewswire/ --
BLINDSPOT, a wacky anonymous messaging app that gives people the opportunity to say
what they really feel, is making a lot of noise. Perhaps it's the loud, cartoon-style
design, the game-like interface, or simply the ability to message people anonymously?
Whatever the reason, your inbox is about to get interesting.
It's fun and perfect for flirting or chatting. Users can message anyone in their
contact list for one-to-one communication- sending text, images, voice-notes and video.
All without revealing their identity - unless they choose to. BLINDSPOT is surprisingly
addictive and opens up a whole new world of conversations.
BLINDSPOT is developed by Shellanoo Group, a fast-growth technology company
specialising in interactive mobile applications and internet related services. Shellanoo
Group closed a $35 million round of funding in March, which quadrupled the share value of
the company in less than 10 months. The round was led by multi-billionaire businessman
Roman Abramovich, and attracted investment from music luminaries including Tiesto, Avicii,
will.i.am, David Guetta, Sebastian Ingrosso (of Swedish House Mafia), Nicki Minaj, Benny
Andersson (of music group ABBA), plus super agents Ash Pournouri and Gee Roberson
(previously chairman of Geffen Records and now part of Maverick Management), and several
others.
O.D. Kobo, Chairman of Shellanoo Group, says, "BLINDSPOT is definitely one of our
portfolio's liveliest projects." The idea for BLINDSPOT emerged from a 12-hour hackathon
at Shellanoo's headquarters in Israel. "When you remove the barrier of identity between
people things start to get interesting," says Kobo.
Message recipients can easily block other users and can ask senders to reveal their
identity at any time. Any user that is blocked by three people is removed from the app.
Any misuse can be raised directly with BLINDSPOT.
"What would you say to people you know if you were anonymous?" ask Dor Refaeli and Lee
Greenberg, co-founders of BLINDSPOT. "Most users want to flirt, play jokes on friends or
share secretive information they would otherwise be scared to reveal. There's so much fake
comment on social media - it can be like an airbrushed version of life. We want people to
have fun, and most of all we want people to be real with one another."
BLINDSPOT is available for free download from the Apple App Store and Google Play.
About BLINDSPOTÂ
BLINDSPOT is an anonymous messaging app designed for "real" conversations with people
you know. The app's bright colours and simple design reflect the fact it is built for fun.
BLINDSPOT is backed by the Shellanoo Group, a technology company specialising in mobile
applications and internet services. Shellanoo has attracted significant investment from
backers including Avicii, Tiesto, David Guetta, will.i.am, Nicki Minaj, Sebastian Ingrosso
and Ash Pournouri.
Â
Contact:Â
Michael SullivanÂ
Weber Shandwick (Los Angeles)Â
+1-310-854-8241Â
blindspotuspr@webershandwick.com Â
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BLINDSPOT
BLINDSPOT: The Next Big App?
The addictive anonymous messaging app explodes on the scene
LONDON, December 15, 2015 /PRNewswire/ --
BLINDSPOT, a wacky anonymous messaging app that gives people the opportunity to say
what they really feel, is making a lot of noise. Perhaps it's the loud, cartoon-style
design, the game-like interface, or simply the ability to message people anonymously?
Whatever the reason, your inbox is about to get interesting.
It's fun and perfect for flirting or chatting. Users can message anyone in their
contact list for one-to-one communication- sending text, images, voice-notes and video.
All without revealing their identity - unless they choose to. BLINDSPOT is surprisingly
addictive and opens up a whole new world of conversations.
BLINDSPOT is developed by Shellanoo Group, a fast-growth technology company
specialising in interactive mobile applications and internet related services. Shellanoo
Group closed a $35 million round of funding in March, which quadrupled the share value of
the company in less than 10 months. The round was led by multi-billionaire businessman
Roman Abramovich, and attracted investment from music luminaries including Tiesto, Avicii,
will.i.am, David Guetta, Sebastian Ingrosso (of Swedish House Mafia), Nicki Minaj, Benny
Andersson (of music group ABBA), plus super agents Ash Pournouri and Gee Roberson
(previously chairman of Geffen Records and now part of Maverick Management), and several
others.
O.D. Kobo, Chairman of Shellanoo Group, says, "BLINDSPOT is definitely one of our
portfolio's liveliest projects." The idea for BLINDSPOT emerged from a 12-hour hackathon
at Shellanoo's headquarters in Israel. "When you remove the barrier of identity between
people things start to get interesting," says Kobo.
Message recipients can easily block other users and can ask senders to reveal their
identity at any time. Any user that is blocked by three people is removed from the app.
Any misuse can be raised directly with BLINDSPOT.
"What would you say to people you know if you were anonymous?" ask Dor Refaeli and Lee
Greenberg, co-founders of BLINDSPOT. "Most users want to flirt, play jokes on friends or
share secretive information they would otherwise be scared to reveal. There's so much fake
comment on social media - it can be like an airbrushed version of life. We want people to
have fun, and most of all we want people to be real with one another."
BLINDSPOT is available for free download from the Apple App Store and Google Play.
About BLINDSPOTÂ
BLINDSPOT is an anonymous messaging app designed for "real" conversations with people
you know. The app's bright colours and simple design reflect the fact it is built for fun.
BLINDSPOT is backed by the Shellanoo Group, a technology company specialising in mobile
applications and internet services. Shellanoo has attracted significant investment from
backers including Avicii, Tiesto, David Guetta, will.i.am, Nicki Minaj, Sebastian Ingrosso
and Ash Pournouri.
Â
Contact:Â
Michael SullivanÂ
Weber Shandwick (Los Angeles)Â
+1-310-854-8241Â
blindspotuspr@webershandwick.com Â
Â
BLINDSPOT