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#artificial-intelligence

'The judging was scandalous' - boxing coach Billy Walsh pulls no punches on Paris Olympics

Mr. Walsh advocates for using Artificial Intelligence to improve judging in boxing, addressing issues of subjectivity and inconsistency, especially post-Olympics.

The NBA Stepped Up Its Social Media Game with AI. So Can You

The Boston Celtics utilized AI technology AVGen to enhance their social media impact during their record-breaking game.

'The judging was scandalous' - boxing coach Billy Walsh pulls no punches on Paris Olympics

Mr. Walsh advocates for using Artificial Intelligence to improve judging in boxing, addressing issues of subjectivity and inconsistency, especially post-Olympics.

The NBA Stepped Up Its Social Media Game with AI. So Can You

The Boston Celtics utilized AI technology AVGen to enhance their social media impact during their record-breaking game.
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The 5 next big things in media, entertainment, and social for 2024

Innovative technology is transforming traditional media experiences, from sports broadcasts to immersive concerts, enhancing audience engagement and streamlining content creation.
#athletic-performance

The Olympics in the 2020s Versus 1912: See Side-by-Side Comparisons of the Athletes' Performance Then & Now

Comparing Olympic performances over time offers insights into the evolution of athleticism and the impact of technology on sport.

Athletic recovery is a booming business. This CEO has plans to make it an even bigger part of sports

Modern athletes utilize advanced massage and therapy tools for performance and recovery.
Hyperice, valued at $850 million, leads in athlete recovery technology.

Have NHL players maxed out the slap shot? The science behind the speed

Technology and fitness advancements have significantly increased average driving distances in golf, while shot speed in hockey shows minimal improvement despite modern equipment.

The Olympics in the 2020s Versus 1912: See Side-by-Side Comparisons of the Athletes' Performance Then & Now

Comparing Olympic performances over time offers insights into the evolution of athleticism and the impact of technology on sport.

Athletic recovery is a booming business. This CEO has plans to make it an even bigger part of sports

Modern athletes utilize advanced massage and therapy tools for performance and recovery.
Hyperice, valued at $850 million, leads in athlete recovery technology.

Have NHL players maxed out the slap shot? The science behind the speed

Technology and fitness advancements have significantly increased average driving distances in golf, while shot speed in hockey shows minimal improvement despite modern equipment.
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#fan-engagement

NWSL and Google Pixel Build Women's Soccer Fandom Pitchside

The NWSL's partnership with Google dramatically enhanced fan engagement through innovative technology, putting fans closer to the game experience than ever before.

Boosted by sports interest and AI, Stagwell expands AR platform with first MLS partnership

ARound partners with MLS to enhance fan engagement through augmented reality, elevating the spectator experience during games.

Step aside, Zoom fatigue, VRTL wants to make virtual fan events fun again | TechCrunch

Courtney Jeffries founded VRTL to enhance virtual fan engagement, recognizing a gap in reaching fans outside physical arenas.

NWSL and Google Pixel Build Women's Soccer Fandom Pitchside

The NWSL's partnership with Google dramatically enhanced fan engagement through innovative technology, putting fans closer to the game experience than ever before.

Boosted by sports interest and AI, Stagwell expands AR platform with first MLS partnership

ARound partners with MLS to enhance fan engagement through augmented reality, elevating the spectator experience during games.

Step aside, Zoom fatigue, VRTL wants to make virtual fan events fun again | TechCrunch

Courtney Jeffries founded VRTL to enhance virtual fan engagement, recognizing a gap in reaching fans outside physical arenas.
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#garmin

My favorite Garmin sports watch ever just got a new version, and it's $200 cheaper

The Garmin Enduro 3 offers exceptional value and performance enhancements over its predecessor, marked by improved battery efficiency and user-friendly features.

You can save up to $270 on the Garmin Fenix 7S Pro and other Garmin watches

Garmin's Fenix 7S Pro is currently available at a significant discount, emphasizing its value as a top multisport fitness watch.

My favorite Garmin sports watch ever just got a new version, and it's $200 cheaper

The Garmin Enduro 3 offers exceptional value and performance enhancements over its predecessor, marked by improved battery efficiency and user-friendly features.

You can save up to $270 on the Garmin Fenix 7S Pro and other Garmin watches

Garmin's Fenix 7S Pro is currently available at a significant discount, emphasizing its value as a top multisport fitness watch.
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Baseball's Next Great Analytical Frontier

A new device, the FlexPro Grip, quantifies finger pressure in pitching, merging the art of pitching with scientific precision to enhance performance.

Football Veterans Create the First Officially Licensed NFL VR Game | Entrepreneur

The evolution of sports broadcasting has led to immersive VR experiences like 'NFL Pro Era' that allow fans to feel like professional athletes.
#ai

Leader Spotlight: Meeting emotional needs to drive engagement, with Matt Kowalski - LogRocket Blog

Understanding user emotions is key to product development at Uplift Labs.
Defining 'aha moments' enhances user engagement and product effectiveness.

AI, Sports and Fans with Anna O'Brien

Fanter AI merges sports and artificial intelligence to enhance fan experiences.

Leader Spotlight: Meeting emotional needs to drive engagement, with Matt Kowalski - LogRocket Blog

Understanding user emotions is key to product development at Uplift Labs.
Defining 'aha moments' enhances user engagement and product effectiveness.

AI, Sports and Fans with Anna O'Brien

Fanter AI merges sports and artificial intelligence to enhance fan experiences.
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#cycling

Researchers hack electronic shifters with a few hundred dollars of hardware

Professional cycling faces new cheating threats from wireless technology exploitation, including potential gear manipulation during races.
Vulnerabilities in modern cycling gear can lead to dangerous sabotage, raising concerns about the integrity of competitive events.

Unseen Wahoo computer leaked on Reddit forum features inbuilt wind sensor and touchscreen

The new Wahoo Elemnt Ace cycling computer features an inbuilt wind sensor and improved battery life, setting it apart from existing models.

Researchers hack electronic shifters with a few hundred dollars of hardware

Professional cycling faces new cheating threats from wireless technology exploitation, including potential gear manipulation during races.
Vulnerabilities in modern cycling gear can lead to dangerous sabotage, raising concerns about the integrity of competitive events.

Unseen Wahoo computer leaked on Reddit forum features inbuilt wind sensor and touchscreen

The new Wahoo Elemnt Ace cycling computer features an inbuilt wind sensor and improved battery life, setting it apart from existing models.
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F1 real time data: A Computer Weekly Downtime Upload podcast

AWS collaborates with Formula One to enhance data processing for insights in racing.
Over a million data points per second are generated by F1 cars for analysis.
Machine learning helps determine the fastest F1 driver using historical data.
#wimbledon

I have been a Wimbledon line judge for 40 years. They could have told us machines will do the job next year | Wendy Smith

The replacement of line judges with electronic calling at Wimbledon deeply impacts longtime officials and alters the essence of the sport.

Wimbledon tennis tournament replaces human line judges with electronic system

Wimbledon is adopting electronic line-calling from 2025, replacing line judges to enhance officiating accuracy.

I have been a Wimbledon line judge for 40 years. They could have told us machines will do the job next year | Wendy Smith

The replacement of line judges with electronic calling at Wimbledon deeply impacts longtime officials and alters the essence of the sport.

Wimbledon tennis tournament replaces human line judges with electronic system

Wimbledon is adopting electronic line-calling from 2025, replacing line judges to enhance officiating accuracy.
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#puma

PUMA Hoops Unveils the All-Pro NITRO Elite - The Ultimate Gameday Sneaker | stupidDOPE

The All-Pro NITRO™ Elite basketball sneaker combines advanced technology with performance, comfort, and style for top-tier athletic performance.

Puma Ultra 5 Ultimate review: Lightweight, snappy and responsive - these are everything you want from a speed boot

The Puma Ultra 5 Ultimate significantly improves upon its predecessor with innovative design elements and responsive performance features.

PUMA Hoops Unveils the All-Pro NITRO Elite - The Ultimate Gameday Sneaker | stupidDOPE

The All-Pro NITRO™ Elite basketball sneaker combines advanced technology with performance, comfort, and style for top-tier athletic performance.

Puma Ultra 5 Ultimate review: Lightweight, snappy and responsive - these are everything you want from a speed boot

The Puma Ultra 5 Ultimate significantly improves upon its predecessor with innovative design elements and responsive performance features.
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#nfl

YouTube rolls out customizable NFL multiview, but there is a catch

YouTube now allows NFL Sunday Ticket subscribers to customize their viewing experience by selecting multiple games to watch simultaneously on its app.

Why are sports organizations including the NFL and Ligue 1 investing in their own streaming services?

The NFL enhanced its app to focus on its ad-free RedZone streaming service, meeting consumer demand for simpler access to sports content.

YouTube rolls out customizable NFL multiview, but there is a catch

YouTube now allows NFL Sunday Ticket subscribers to customize their viewing experience by selecting multiple games to watch simultaneously on its app.

Why are sports organizations including the NFL and Ligue 1 investing in their own streaming services?

The NFL enhanced its app to focus on its ad-free RedZone streaming service, meeting consumer demand for simpler access to sports content.
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#var

AI and Euro 2024: VAR is shaking up football - and it's not going away

Referees benefit from advanced technology like AI and VAR for better decision-making in sports.

Fans vs. VAR: Norway's fight for football's future

Norway's football fans are protesting VAR, seeking to become the first to eliminate it due to widespread dissatisfaction.

AI and Euro 2024: VAR is shaking up football - and it's not going away

Referees benefit from advanced technology like AI and VAR for better decision-making in sports.

Fans vs. VAR: Norway's fight for football's future

Norway's football fans are protesting VAR, seeking to become the first to eliminate it due to widespread dissatisfaction.
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Coros Vertix 2S Review

The Coros Vertix 2S is an upgraded version of the Vertix series, focusing on specific enhancements rather than a complete redesign.

Paris Paralympics 2024: A closer look in pictures

The Paris Paralympic Games highlight athletic excellence, resilience, and the spirit of inclusivity through powerful performances and technological advancements in sports.
#tennis

How IBM and the US Open are using Watson create more AI-generated tennis content

IBM's Watson is enhancing the 2024 US Open with real-time AI commentary and match reporting, streamlining editorial processes and enhancing fan engagement.

A wrong replay at the US Open leads a chair umpire to get a call wrong on a video review

The wrong call in a U.S. Open match was influenced by insufficient video replay information provided to the chair umpire.

How IBM and the US Open are using Watson create more AI-generated tennis content

IBM's Watson is enhancing the 2024 US Open with real-time AI commentary and match reporting, streamlining editorial processes and enhancing fan engagement.

A wrong replay at the US Open leads a chair umpire to get a call wrong on a video review

The wrong call in a U.S. Open match was influenced by insufficient video replay information provided to the chair umpire.
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The Apple Sports app still doesn't make any sense

Apple's Sports app is criticized for its limited features and relevance in a market filled with better alternatives.
Despite updates, many question the app's existence and usefulness.

YES, MSG to partner for new 'Gotham Sports App'

Gotham Sports App consolidates streaming for multiple NY sports teams under a single platform, enhancing accessibility for fans.

Queens of the Drone Age: Bayern Munich's Vincent Kompany embracing new trends

Bayern Munich coach Vincent Kompany embraces technology, such as drones, in training, viewing it as a rational enhancement rather than a radical change.
#facial-recognition

Another MLB park now scans your face as your entry ticket. Here's how it works

Facial recognition technology offers a seamless ticketing experience for MLB fans, enhancing convenience and efficiency when entering stadiums.

Stadiums Are Embracing Face Recognition. Privacy Advocates Say They Should Stick to Sports

MLB's adoption of facial recognition at stadiums raises privacy concerns despite claims of efficiency.

Another MLB park now scans your face as your entry ticket. Here's how it works

Facial recognition technology offers a seamless ticketing experience for MLB fans, enhancing convenience and efficiency when entering stadiums.

Stadiums Are Embracing Face Recognition. Privacy Advocates Say They Should Stick to Sports

MLB's adoption of facial recognition at stadiums raises privacy concerns despite claims of efficiency.
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Tecno signs on as Official Global Supporter of the Asian Football Confederation

Tecno partners with AFC for their club competitions to expand its brand outreach globally through the power of sports and technology.

The role of technology in improving rugby player safety - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Technology enhances player safety in rugby through wearable devices, smart helmets, and advanced imaging techniques.

Galaxy S24 Ultras were used to film the sailing competition at the 2024 Olympic games

Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra phones used to livestream Olympic sailing competition in Paris.

TeamViewer launches initiative to bring women into sports tech | Computer Weekly

Initiative SheSportTech aims to support women exploring careers in sports technology.
The program offers financial support, mentorship, and access to events for women aged 18 and above globally.

GameOn launches new app ahead of Euro2024 with $200,000 up for grabs

GameOn launches new app ahead of Euro2024 with $200,000 prize pool.

Ex-pro athlete invents digital running track to unleash new world records

Feldspar aims to revolutionize athletics records by redesigning the running track for maximum speed and energy return.

Daily briefing: Huge study reveals no drop in productivity from hybrid working

Working from home can contribute to worker happiness.
Antibodies from people with long COVID may cause symptoms in healthy mice.
AI-assisted VAR system to be used in the UEFA European football tournament.
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