Hip-Hop Icon Rakim Ventures into Fintech with Notes Technology
Legendary emcee Rakim, hailed as one of the most influential voices in hip-hop, is forging a new path in the fintech world. With the launch of Notes, an AI-powered platform, Rakim is addressing the financial challenges faced by independent urban music artists and creators. Notes merges "music, money, and knowledge" to empower artists by providing access to capital, financial literacy tools, and entrepreneurial education, while ensuring creators retain control over their careers.
Notes seeks to revolutionize the music industry by offering a membership-driven platform that connects artists with loan and credit providers, helping them fund creative projects. The platform’s standout features include AI-driven financial literacy tools and the "Ask RA" assistant, an AI-powered voice agent modeled after Rakim himself, designed to provide personalized advice for creators navigating the complexities of the music business.
"Independent urban music artists and creators often struggle to achieve financial stability despite their significant cultural impact," Rakim explained. "With Notes, we’re building a community-focused platform that combines cultural relevance, technology, and empowerment to give them the tools they need to succeed."
Rakim’s groundbreaking move into fintech is bolstered by his partnership with longtime associate DIVINE, an entrepreneur with a strong background in music and financial empowerment. Together, they aim to tackle the systemic exploitation of urban music creators by delivering a platform that blends cultural authenticity with cutting-edge technology.
"The chance to partner with Rakim to build a platform like Notes is an incredible opportunity," DIVINE said. "We’re creating something that directly addresses the underserved needs of urban artists and creators, ensuring they’re equipped to thrive in today’s economy."
Features of Notes
The platform offers a suite of tools tailored for urban music creators, including:
- Access to loans and credit providers.
- AI-powered educational content focused on financial literacy and entrepreneurship.
- A personalized AI assistant, "Ask RA," providing career advice in Rakim’s iconic voice.
- Plans to introduce business banking, debit cards, P2P payment options, and cryptocurrency solutions.
As the creator economy continues to grow, Notes positions itself at the intersection of fintech, culture, and music—a market worth billions annually. With plans for expanded services and deeper user engagement, Notes is setting the stage to become a vital resource for urban creatives seeking financial and career independence.
Artists and creators can join the waitlist for early access at www.notestechnology.com.