Overview

• Thompson’s new position grants him leadership over World Mobile’s digital equity strategy rather than serving solely as a paid celebrity spokesperson.
• The reported Community Connectivity Fund is set to channel multi-million-dollar investments into internet infrastructure pilots in underserved communities.
• World Mobile’s model relies on locally hosted AirNodes and its blockchain network to compensate operators for hosting nodes and onboarding users.
• Key details about the fund’s size, pilot locations and payment mechanics stem from company statements and have not been independently verified.
• In addition to his role at World Mobile, Thompson maintains tech partnerships—including with AI startup TracyAI—while preparing for his 14th NBA season as a free agent.