Strong Interactive — AI, Blockchain, Mixed Reality & Semantic Web Consultancy

Strong Interactive is an AI-first consultancy specializing in artificial intelligence, the Semantic Web, blockchain/Web3, and mixed reality (AR/VR/XR) for enterprise and government clients. Ranked among the Top 5 Semantic Web companies globally by Crunchbase. Founded by Jonathan Herman. Headquartered at 3921 Alton Rd #320, Miami Beach, FL 33140, USA — serving clients worldwide.

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Baller Mixed Reality to Launch Historic Token-Gated AI Experience Honoring NBA Pioneer Earl Lloyd

Dec 2025

Baller Mixed Reality announced a groundbreaking collaboration with the family of Earl Lloyd, who made history on October 31, 1950 as the first African-American player to appear in an NBA game. The platform enables fans to speak directly with a virtual recreation of Lloyd, explore mixed reality collectibles — including his 2003 Naismith Hall of Fame Ring and 1955 NBA World Championship Ring — and unlock exclusive experiences available only to token holders. Lloyd was inducted into the Naismith Hall of Fame in 2003 and is widely described as the 'Jackie Robinson of basketball.' Jonathan Herman stated: 'We are proud to work with his family to create an experience that celebrates his contributions, preserves his legacy, and uses new technologies to bring fans closer to basketball history than ever before.'