Key facts
- Shaquille O'Neal has become a global ambassador for NordVPN.
- NordVPN is partnering with the London Lions basketball team.
- The partnership aims to educate users about online threats.
- NordVPN's next-generation antivirus scans 12 million unique URLs daily.
- NordVPN will offer exclusive benefits to London Lions players, staff, and fans.
NBA legend Shaquille O'Neal has been appointed as a global ambassador for NordVPN, the digital security app, and will also support the London Lions basketball team, which is continuing its partnership with NordVPN. The collaboration aims to educate users about the growing scale of online threats and how NordVPN's services can provide protection.
According to NordVPN's experts, the company's next-generation antivirus scans 12 million unique URLs daily, blocking an average of 130,000 malicious pages. O'Neal stated his belief in NordVPN's mission to help people stay protected online, emphasizing that cybersecurity doesn't have to be overly complicated. He will leverage his public profile to encourage individuals to be vigilant against increasingly sophisticated online scams.
Toma Sabaliauskienė, CMO at NordVPN, noted that the partnership highlights NordVPN's evolution into a comprehensive online security suite, with O'Neal being a fitting choice to convey this message due to his blend of strength, trust, and humor. The partnership is expected to last over a year, with a key event planned in New York City this autumn.
The London Lions' continued partnership with NordVPN will provide exclusive benefits, including secure internet connections, to the team's players, staff, and fans. Bob Brinklow, UK country manager for NordVPN, expressed excitement about bringing their technology to a team that embodies strength and community, aiming to ensure fans can rely on NordVPN for their online experience. Justinas Liaudinskas, Chief Commercial and Revenue Officer of the London Lions, highlighted the partnership's focus on confidence and support, both on and off the court.