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Innovative Eyewear Secures Distribution Deal for Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Countries

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Innovative Eyewear (NASDAQ: LUCY) has secured an exclusive distribution deal with Ecom Gulf FZCO for the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries. This partnership aims to introduce Innovative Eyewear's ChatGPT-enabled smart eyewear to the Middle East market, covering the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain, and Oman. Ecom Gulf FZCO will showcase the products at the Dubai AI & Web3 Festival on September 11-12, 2024.

The GCC eyewear market is projected to generate revenue of $1.81 billion by 2024, with a CAGR of 3.02% until 2029. This expansion aligns with Innovative Eyewear's growth strategy, targeting tech-forward consumers in a region with increasing demand for luxury eyewear brands.

Innovative Eyewear (NASDAQ: LUCY) ha siglato un accordo di distribuzione esclusivo con Ecom Gulf FZCO per i paesi del Consiglio di Cooperazione del Golfo (GCC). Questa partnership punta a introdurre gli di Innovative Eyewear nel mercato del Medio Oriente, coprendo gli Emirati Arabi Uniti, l'Arabia Saudita, il Kuwait, il Qatar, il Bahrain e l'Oman. Ecom Gulf FZCO presenterà i prodotti al Dubai AI & Web3 Festival l'11 e 12 settembre 2024.

Il mercato degli occhiali del GCC è previsto generare ricavi di $1,81 miliardi entro il 2024, con un CAGR del 3,02% fino al 2029. Questa espansione è in linea con la strategia di crescita di Innovative Eyewear, rivolta ai consumatori tecnologicamente avanzati in una regione con una domanda crescente per i marchi di occhiali di lusso.

Innovative Eyewear (NASDAQ: LUCY) ha conseguido un acuerdo de distribución exclusivo con Ecom Gulf FZCO para los países del Consejo de Cooperación del Golfo (GCC). Esta asociación tiene como objetivo introducir las gafas inteligentes habilitadas para ChatGPT de Innovative Eyewear en el mercado de Oriente Medio, abarcando los Emiratos Árabes Unidos, Arabia Saudita, Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrein y Omán. Ecom Gulf FZCO exhibirá los productos en el Dubai AI & Web3 Festival el 11 y 12 de septiembre de 2024.

Se proyecta que el mercado de gafas del GCC genere ingresos de $1,81 mil millones para 2024, con una CAGR del 3,02% hasta 2029. Esta expansión está alineada con la estrategia de crecimiento de Innovative Eyewear, que se centra en consumidores tecnológicamente avanzados en una región con una demanda creciente de marcas de gafas de lujo.

Innovative Eyewear (NASDAQ: LUCY)는 걸프 협력 회의(GCC) 국가와 Ecom Gulf FZCO 간의 독점 배급 계약을 체결했습니다. 이 파트너십은 Innovative Eyewear의 ChatGPT 지원 스마트 안경을 중동 시장에 도입하는 것을 목표로 하며, UAE, 사우디아라비아, 쿠웨이트, 카타르, 바레인 및 오만을 포함합니다. Ecom Gulf FZCO는 2024년 9월 11일과 12일에 두바이 AI & Web3 페스티벌에서 제품을 전시할 예정입니다.

GCC 안경 시장은 2024년까지 18억 1천만 달러의 매출을 올릴 것으로 예상되며, 2029년까지 연평균 성장률(CAGR)은 3.02%에 이를 것입니다. 이 확장은 기술에 앞서 있는 소비자를 겨냥한 Innovative Eyewear의 성장 전략과 일치하며, 고급 안경 브랜드에 대한 수요가 증가하고 있는 지역입니다.

Innovative Eyewear (NASDAQ: LUCY) a sécurisé un accord de distribution exclusif avec Ecom Gulf FZCO pour les pays du Conseil de coopération du Golfe (GCC). Ce partenariat vise à introduire les lunettes intelligentes activées par ChatGPT d'Innovative Eyewear sur le marché du Moyen-Orient, couvrant les Émirats Arabes Unis, l'Arabie Saoudite, le Koweït, le Qatar, le Bahreïn et le Sultanat d'Oman. Ecom Gulf FZCO présentera les produits lors du Dubai AI & Web3 Festival les 11 et 12 septembre 2024.

Le marché des lunettes du GCC devrait générer des revenus de 1,81 milliard de dollars d'ici 2024, avec un taux de croissance annuel composé (CAGR) de 3,02 % jusqu'en 2029. Cette expansion est en adéquation avec la stratégie de croissance d'Innovative Eyewear, ciblant des consommateurs technophiles dans une région où la demande de marques de lunettes de luxe augmente.

Innovative Eyewear (NASDAQ: LUCY) hat einen exklusiven Vertriebsvertrag mit Ecom Gulf FZCO für die Länder des Golf-Kooperationsrates (GCC) gesichert. Diese Partnerschaft zielt darauf ab, die ChatGPT-fähigen Smart-Brillen von Innovative Eyewear auf dem Markt des Nahen Ostens einzuführen, einschließlich der VAE, Saudi-Arabien, Kuwait, Katar, Bahrain und Oman. Ecom Gulf FZCO wird die Produkte auf dem Dubai AI & Web3 Festival am 11. und 12. September 2024 präsentieren.

Der GCC-Brillenmarkt wird bis 2024 voraussichtlich Einnahmen von 1,81 Milliarden US-Dollar generieren, mit einer jährlichen Wachstumsrate (CAGR) von 3,02 % bis 2029. Diese Expansion steht im Einklang mit der Wachstumsstrategie von Innovative Eyewear, die technologieaffine Konsumenten in einer Region mit steigender Nachfrage nach Luxusbrillenmarken anspricht.

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  • Secured exclusive distribution deal for GCC countries, expanding market reach
  • Participation in Dubai AI & Web3 Festival, showcasing products to a relevant audience
  • Targeting a growing eyewear market in GCC, projected to reach $1.81 billion in revenue by 2024
  • Expansion into a region with increasing demand for luxury eyewear brands
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The distribution deal for GCC countries represents a strategic expansion for Innovative Eyewear into a promising market. With the GCC eyewear market projected to reach $1.81 billion by 2024 and grow at a 3.02% CAGR, there's significant potential. The region's appetite for luxury brands and tech-forward consumers aligns well with Innovative Eyewear's product offerings. However, success will depend on effective localization and marketing strategies to stand out in a competitive landscape. The partnership with Ecom Gulf FZCO provides a valuable entry point, but the company will need to navigate local preferences and regulations carefully to capitalize on this opportunity.

Innovative Eyewear's ChatGPT-enabled smart glasses represent a cutting-edge fusion of AI and wearable technology. The timing of this expansion coincides with growing interest in AI and Web3 technologies in the Middle East, as evidenced by the Dubai AI & Web3 Festival. This presents an opportunity to showcase the product to a highly relevant audience. However, the success of this technology in the market will depend on factors such as user experience, privacy concerns and integration with local digital ecosystems. The company should focus on demonstrating practical applications and addressing potential cultural sensitivities to gain traction in this tech-savvy but unique market.

While the expansion into GCC countries opens up new revenue streams for Innovative Eyewear, investors should approach this news with cautious optimism. The company's ability to leverage well-known brands like Nautica®, Eddie Bauer® and Reebok® could provide a competitive edge. However, financial impact will depend on factors such as pricing strategy, market penetration rate and operational costs associated with this expansion. The exclusive nature of the distribution agreement with Ecom Gulf FZCO might limit flexibility but could also ensure focused market development. Investors should monitor initial sales figures and adoption rates in the coming quarters to gauge the success of this strategic move.

MIAMI, Sept. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Innovative Eyewear, Inc. ("Innovative Eyewear" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: LUCY; LUCYW), the developer of ChatGPT-enabled smart eyewear under the Lucyd®, Nautica®, Eddie Bauer® and Reebok® brands, is pleased to announce a significant expansion into the Middle East market through an exclusive distribution agreement with Ecom Gulf FZCO (DBA Mixireal.com). To kick off the partnership, Ecom Gulf FZCO will be participating in the Dubai AI & Web3 Festival, showcasing Innovative Eyewear's cutting-edge ChatGPT smart eyewear.

The exclusive distribution agreement with Ecom Gulf FZCO covers the GCC countries, including the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain, and Oman. This strategic partnership aims to introduce Innovative Eyewear's smart glasses to a rapidly growing market for tech products in the region. According to Statista[1], in 2024, "The [traditional] eyewear market in GCC is projected to generate revenue of US$1.81bn with a CAGR of 3.02% (between 2024-2029), by 2029 the market is expected to achieve a volume of 170m frames. In the GCC, there is a growing demand for luxury eyewear brands, with consumers willing to pay a premium for high-quality and stylish frames."

Harrison Gross, CEO of Innovative Eyewear, said "We are thrilled to partner with Ecom Gulf FZCO to bring our stylish and user-friendly smart eyewear to the Middle East. This region represents a significant opportunity for growth, with its tech-forward consumers and robust retail landscape. Their participation in the Dubai AI & Web3 Festival aligns perfectly with our expansion strategy and showcases our commitment to the global adoption of smart eyewear."

"Their presence at the Dubai AI & Web3 Festival not only allows us to demonstrate our products to a highly relevant audience but also reinforces our position as a leader in the intersection of fashion and technology," added Gross.

The Dubai AI & Web3 Festival, scheduled for September 11-12, 2024, at Madinat Jumeirah, Dubai, provides an ideal platform for Ecom Gulf FZCO to showcase Innovative's smart eyewear offerings. The festival, focused on enabling digital economies, brings together global leaders in artificial intelligence and Web3 technologies.

Hisham Elhusseini, CEO of Ecom Gulf FZCO, said "I am excited to announce our partnership with Innovative Eyewear, Inc. as the exclusive distributor of their pioneering smart glasses in the Middle East. This collaboration marks a key milestone in our commitment to driving the future of smart living through GenAI technology, and we look forward to introducing these innovative products to our customers across the region."

To learn more about our ChatGPT enabled smart eyewear, please visit Lucyd.co.

About Innovative Eyewear, Inc.

Innovative Eyewear is a developer and retailer of ChatGPT smart eyewear, under the Lucyd®, Nautica®, Eddie Bauer® and Reebok® brands. True to our mission to Upgrade Your Eyewear®, our Bluetooth audio glasses allow users to stay safely and ergonomically connected to their digital lives, and are offered in hundreds of frame and lens combinations to meet the needs of the optical market. To learn more and explore our continuously evolving collection of smart eyewear, please visit www.lucyd.co.

About Ecom Gulf FZCO DBA Mixireal

MIXIREAL was founded with a dream to transform daily life through the integration of metaverse technologies. Located in the heart of the Middle East, MIXIREAL serves as the first one-stop shop for augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR), and smart eyewear. Our journey began with a small team of tech enthusiasts dedicated to making the extraordinary possibilities of the metaverse accessible to everyone. By partnering with leading global brands, we curate a selection of the best AR, VR, and smart eyewear devices, ensuring quality and innovation.
We envision a future where immersive technology enhances everyday activities—whether it's using AR glasses to visualize a new home layout, VR headsets for interactive remote collaboration, or smart eyewear for real-time information. MIXIREAL's mission is to help people seamlessly integrate these technologies into their routines, making life easier and more enjoyable. To learn more, visit Mixireal.com.

Forward Looking Statements

This press release contains certain forward-looking statements, including those relating to the anticipated timing of expansion of our products into new markets. Forward-looking statements are based on the Company's current expectations and assumptions. The Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 provides a safe-harbor for forward-looking statements. These statements may be identified by the use of forward-looking expressions, including, but not limited to, "expect," "anticipate," "intend," "plan," "believe," "estimate," "potential," "predict," "project," "should," "would" and similar expressions and the negatives of those terms. The Company undertakes no obligation to publicly update any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. Important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements are set forth in the Company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including its annual report on Form 10-K under the caption "Risk Factors."

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1 https://www.statista.com/outlook/cmo/eyewear/gcc#:~:text=In%202024%2C%20the%20Eyewear%20market,volume%20of%20169.9m%20pieces.

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What is the new distribution deal for Innovative Eyewear (LUCY) in the Middle East?

Innovative Eyewear (LUCY) has secured an exclusive distribution agreement with Ecom Gulf FZCO for the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries, including UAE, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain, and Oman.

When and where will Innovative Eyewear's (LUCY) products be showcased in Dubai?

Innovative Eyewear's (LUCY) products will be showcased at the Dubai AI & Web3 Festival, scheduled for September 11-12, 2024, at Madinat Jumeirah, Dubai.

What is the projected revenue for the GCC eyewear market in 2024 according to the Innovative Eyewear (LUCY) press release?

According to the press release, the GCC eyewear market is projected to generate revenue of $1.81 billion in 2024, with a CAGR of 3.02% between 2024-2029.

What type of smart eyewear does Innovative Eyewear (LUCY) develop?

Innovative Eyewear (LUCY) develops ChatGPT-enabled smart eyewear under the Lucyd, Nautica, Eddie Bauer, and Reebok brands.

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