# 1. Origins Entertainment intellectual property (IP) represents one of the most dynamic asset classes in today's market, generating both substantial financial returns and deep emotional connections with audiences worldwide. Opening it up to global consumer investors unlocks new potential for value creation and cultural impact. We also understand what it means to be underdogs and believe there are better ways to design entertainment finance. We come from cultures and geographies that have risen from the shadows of more established markets, using hard work, creativity, and grit to bring exceptional contributions to the market despite significant barriers to entry. We believe in expanding access to financial and talent markets by improving accessibility, distribution, and fostering fairer co-ownership and royalty models. Additionally, we view new media tools and generative AI tools as transformative technologies that support creative processes while lowering the costs and barriers associated with expansive content production. This is what fuels us and moves us forward. Learn more about "[Who we are](/3rd-unit-litepaper-december-2024/1.-origins/who-we-are.md)" and our "[Company principles](/3rd-unit-litepaper-december-2024/1.-origins/company-principles.md)". --- # Agent Instructions: Querying This Documentation If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation dynamically by asking a question. Perform an HTTP GET request on the current page URL with the `ask` query parameter: ``` GET https://3rdunit.gitbook.io/3rd-unit-litepaper-december-2024/1.-origins.md?ask= ``` The question should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language. The response will contain a direct answer to the question and relevant excerpts and sources from the documentation. Use this mechanism when the answer is not explicitly present in the current page, you need clarification or additional context, or you want to retrieve related documentation sections.