Technology
Sportradar hired as tech provider to Caribbean betting operator
Sports data and betting services company Sportradar has been hired by Caribbean and Latin American betting operator Caribbean Cage as its official technology and services provider in the Caribbean and…
AFL appoints TGI Sport for stadium signage and content contract
The Australian Football League has entered into a ten-year agreement with TGI Sport, the Bruin-Capital-owned virtual advertising technology, media and marketing company, to deliver perimeter matchday signage boards, digital screens and ‘fan engagement offerings’.
TNT Sports to show NBA, NHL, US Soccer games at Cosm’s immersive venues
Technology and entertainment company Cosm and pay-TV broadcaster TNT Sports have announced a multi-year deal for Cosm to produce and present live sporting events from TNT in immersive 8K+ at its planned…
UniqFEED deploys virtual advertising tech for first time in football with ÖFB deal
UniqFEED has secured the first football-specific deployment for its virtual advertising technology having been chosen by the Austrian Football Federation (ÖFB) and its marketing partner, the Sporteo agency, to provide its services at the forthcoming ÖFB Cup game between Grazer AK and SK Sturm Graz.
Lakers RSN Spectrum SportsNet launches first D2C product
Spectrum SportsNet, the regional sports network (RSN) that airs Los Angeles Lakers National Basketball Association games and content, has announced its first direct-to-consumer (D2C) streaming subscription…
NFL expands data deal with Genius Sports for streaming service
Genius Sports has expanded its deal with the National Football League to supply NFL+, the league's video streaming subscription service, with data-driven on-screen graphic overlays during game broadcasts
How AI-driven technology can deliver impactful coverage for emerging and niche sports
Pixellot’s AI-driven automated technology is removing financial barriers that previously held back smaller leagues in their efforts to produce and distribute high-quality coverage, according to CEO Alon Werber.
Sportradar to develop Tennis Channel’s US streaming service
Sportradar has been hired by Tennis Channel to help create the network's direct-to-consumer streaming service which will include access to its linear channel and other original content
Peloton’s NBA-WNBA agreement includes new ways to watch games
The National Basketball Association and Women's National Basketball Association have announced a multi-year sponsorship agreement with fitness brand Peloton
How do broadcasters deliver what different generations want from live sports?
Genius Sports’ Head of Sports and Broadcast, Jonny Katanchian, shares his thoughts on how broadcasters can create a viewing experience that appeals to all.
Sportradar, Genius hit by US lawsuits over streaming patents
Panda Interactive, a Las Vegas-based sports technology company, has filed two separate complaints against Sportradar and Genius Sports for what it claims is infringement on its foundational interactive streaming technology patents.
Monumental Sports Network launches D2C service
Monumental Sports Network has unveiled its direct-to-consumer subscription service for local fans of the National Hockey League's Washington Capitals, the National Basketball Association’s Washington W…
UFC adding virtual branding to Octagon in deal with 4D Sight
The Ultimate Fighting Championship has signed a multi-year deal with 4D Sight to use its virtual advertising technology to place digital sponsorships on the Octagon canvas during select UFC telecasts
WBD’s Georgiou among investors in new athlete fund
Athletico Ventures, the athlete investment fund set up by former Sportfive executive Arthur Bernard, has today (Thursday) launched its first collective vehicle dedicated to investing in start-ups
NHL considers digital ad board changes after fan complaints
The National Hockey League is considering making changes to its digitally enhanced dasherboards (DED) after complaints from fans during the technology's debut season in 2022-23
Don’t play safe – the HockeyAllsvenskan’s blueprint for digital success
WSC Sports is helping to fuel the Swedish HockeyAllsvenskan’s game-changing digital strategy, creating new engagement opportunities inside and outside arenas.
Commercial Sports Media launches sports tech investment arm
Commercial Sports Media (CSM) is looking to leverage the fast growth of sports technology companies across the Nordic region with the creation of an investment arm to service the sector
Dorna rolls out MotoGP tech strategy with GoPro deal
Motorcycling’s MotoGP continues to place a focus on technology-led commercial deals after a new agreement was secured with GoPro.