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Russell Wilson and Ciara become co‑owners of wearable tech firm QALO

The couple will work with QALO executives on product, marketing and growth, the announcement said.

By Felo News Desk · Published Thu, 22 Oct 2026 20:16:46 GMT

Dubai – Former NFL quarterback Russell Wilson and singer‑entrepreneur Ciara said on Oct. 20 they have become co‑owners and investors in wearable‑technology company QALO, the Gulf News reported.

Wilson, who retired after 14 seasons and now serves as a CBS analyst for the 2026/27 season, said caring for the body is essential for performance on and off the field. Ciara added that QALO’s wellness focus aligns with her roles as a mother, musician and businesswoman.

QALO, founded in 2013, originally sold silicone wedding rings for active lifestyles and now offers the SR‑2 Smart Ring and SL‑1 Smart Band, which monitor sleep, activity, stress and recovery without a subscription. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed.

Key facts

• Russell Wilson and Ciara announced a co‑ownership stake in QALO on Oct. 20. (gulfnews.com)
• QALO was founded in 2013 and now sells smart rings and bands that track health metrics. (gulfnews.com)
• The financial terms of the investment were not disclosed. (gulfnews.com)

Sources

• [1] gulfnews.com — originally reported as “NFL Legend Russell Wilson and Ciara Invest in Wearable Tech Company QALO”