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Premier League Scores AI Deal with Microsoft – Sport Industry *
AI enhances analytics and fan engagement in Premier League.
Premier League, AI, Technology
Aston Villa PSR fears eased by selling women's team – but UEFA rules are a bigger battle – The Athletic
Explores financial management and regulatory challenges in sports.
UEFA, Financial Management, Women's Sports
Cisco to power next-gen digital transformation for Real Madrid's Bernabéu and training complex – Sport Mint
Real Madrid seeks cutting-edge tech for digital experiences.
Real Madrid, Technology, Digital Transformation
Columbus Crew Owner Sells Stake in MLS Club at $900M Valuation – Sportico *
Insights into valuation trends of MLS clubs.
MLS, Valuation, Sports Business
‘Existential Threat': Underdog Sports Sues to Stop AG's Fantasy Sports Opinion – Front Office Sports
The legal implications could reshape the fantasy sports landscape.
Fantasy Sports, Legal, Sponsorship
Professional Sports
ESPN and MLB ‘in talks' to renew broadcast partnership – SportPro
Broadcast rights renewal discussions influence sports media dynamics.
MLB, ESPN, Media Rights
Wolverhampton's new greyhound track offers lifeline to a fading sport – Insider Sport
Innovative approaches to rejuvenate the greyhound racing industry.
Racing, Innovation, Marketing
LIV Golf CEO Pushes Back On PGA Tour Merger – Front Office Sports
Merger talks highlight economic impacts on golf's business landscape.
Golf, Mergers, Sponsorships
Caitlin Clark's Signature Shoe Could Be $150 Million Business: Sneaker Expert – Front Office Sports *
Athlete branding and marketing with enormous business potential.
Athlete Marketing, Endorsements, Women's Sports
Media & Entertainment
eBay's Activation at Goodwood – Sport Pundit
Experiential marketing campaign at a top sports event.
Sports Events, Experiential Marketing, Sponsorship
Ross Garritty on the Matchroom Boxing Rebrand – Sport Industry
Insights into strategic branding and marketing approaches.
Matchroom Boxing, Branding, Marketing
Geek Out
Stadium DAS market facing seismic changes – Mobile Sports Report *
DAS evolution impacts future sports facility connectivity needs.
DAS, Connectivity, Stadium
Kubernetes Is Dead: Why Tech Giants Are Moving to Orchestration Alternatives – Medium
Exploring next-gen orchestration tools could benefit tech infrastructure.
Tech, Kubernetes, Orchestration
AI
ELON MUSK'S XAI RAISES $10 BILLION IN DEBT AND EQUITY AS IT STEPS UP CHALLENGE TO OPENAI – CNBC
Investment could accelerate sports tech advancements using AI.
AI, Investment, Technology
CHINA'S HUAWEI OPEN-SOURCES AI MODELS AS IT SEEKS ADOPTION ACROSS THE GLOBAL AI MARKET – CNBC
Open-source models enhance innovation in global sports tech.
AI, Open Source, Technology
Make You Think
How Raiders coach Pete Carroll is aging gracefully – The Athletic
Longevity and personal growth insights for sports professionals.
NFL, Coaching, Career Development
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