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Sports clubs are technology hybrids, commercial platforms, media companies and data-driven consumer enterprises. Just don’t call them teams anymore. That’s the view of one of the most influential figures in private equity sports investment, who is calling for a rethink of the language used since time immemorial by fans and owners to describe the clubs they support. https://lnkd.in/gCAmymuQ

Here’s some of what happened in sports tech this past week 📰 👇 • Indiana Pacers team up with spokenote to feature QR code on jerseys • Wilson Tennis racket maker Amer Sports files for US IPO • David Blitzer and Josh Harris acquire a $10 million stake in Hall of Fame Village • FanHub raises a $3 million pre-seed round to build ‘Strava for sports fans’ • Chelsea Football Club agrees to a sponsorship deal with cryptocurrency firm BingX • ARound and Immersal team up to bring AR to Sports Fans • YES Network and MSG Networks team up for streaming tech joint venture • Chipotle Mexican Grill and Strava team up to help athletes reach January fitness goals • Golfweek launches inaugural Tech Lab event • Sports Data Labs, Inc. secures US patent • Hyperice files lawsuit against rival Therabody • Gangwon 2024 has launched the first-ever metaverse experience for Youth Olympic fans Want more sports tech news? Subscribe to Vetted Sports Weekly 📩 #sportstechnology #sportsbusiness #sportsindustry https://lnkd.in/dUYVHG5y

🚀 Sports Tech Founders Know... When it comes to show time, there is zero room for error. That's why the initial stages of showcasing and piloting are critical. But first, you need to get past the 'Big Brand Risk' barrier... 🌟 Introducing HYPE GVA 4.0 🌟 Designed over years, for Sports Tech Founders to: 💡 Fast-track your access to decision-makers at global sports properties 🔍 Discuss, plan, and approach potential risks in a safe environment 📈 Build a portfolio of pilots to grow business traction and deals Don't miss out on this game-changing opportunity! Spaces are limited and filling up fast. Apply now before it's too late! 🏃♂️ https://lnkd.in/dWxy7UBU #SportsTech #SportsBusiness #HYPEGVA4 #SportsIndustry

{𝘙𝘦𝘨𝘪𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘳 𝘪𝘯 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘴} Next Wednesday the 📅 12th of June at 🕕 18:00 CET: 𝑴𝒐𝒗𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒈𝒐𝒂𝒍𝒑𝒐𝒔𝒕𝒔 - 𝑯𝒐𝒘 𝒕𝒐 𝒊𝒏𝒗𝒆𝒔𝒕 𝒊𝒏 𝒂 𝒄𝒉𝒂𝒏𝒈𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒘𝒐𝒓𝒍𝒅 𝒐𝒇 𝒔𝒑𝒐𝒓𝒕𝒔 🎙️ Chris Traeger, Executive Director, Boomtown Accelerator 🎙️ Kerry Carter, CEO, Atavus Football 🎙️ Timothy Brownstone, CEO of KYMIRA 👨⚖️ Fernando Moncada Rivera, Senior Reporter, Global Corporate Venturing The world of sports is changing rapidly. Its convergence with media and gaming has been revolutionising how audiences consume and interact with sports, and technologies that are initially developed to help athletes on the field or court are routinely expanding to mass audiences. The investment landscape is ripe with opportunities cutting across multiple sectors, and the savviest investors are looking to redefine the boundaries between sports technology, performance, and entertainment. But where are the best opportunities for investors? Where is the smart money going and what is still pie-in-the-sky? #Sports #Technology #Media #Gaming #Investment

2024 SportNXT debrief Slick presentations, hype reels, technology and speakers. Prominent topics explored across the global sports industry: High-performance, major global events, broadcast rights, commercial partnerships, brand activation and storytelling, technology, funding, sustainability and inclusion. Strong themes: The growing divide underneath the top tier sports. Designing strategy around authenticity, unique opportunities and where the market is. Managing expectations and execution for distinct phases: growth, revenue, profitability and sustainability. Great venue and hospitality at Centerpiece. Nice to meet and chat with some interesting people. Lots of content to digest. Good couple of days overall.

Check out the latest article from Gaming America! Atlas World Sports founder and CEO Robert Kraft shares his thoughts on how technology can benefit users? #Trafficology #innovation #sportsbetting #BetBetter

Sports investment is evolving with a surge in media rights driven by increased demand, digital expansion, and global markets. Explore how Investors reshape sports financially and experientially, leveraging tech for fan engagement at #FIIPRIORITY.

Exciting news! 🎉📢 IFS is now the official technology partner of the Big Ten Conference! 🤝🏀⚾🏈 This groundbreaking partnership will allow us to leverage our cutting-edge IFS.ai technology to enhance the scheduling process of the Big Ten, and provide advanced statistics during game broadcasts. More updates and announcements are on the way, so stay tuned! #IFSxB1G #technology #partnership #sportsbiz #sportsindustry #technologypartner #innovation #sportsanalytics #BigTenConference #BigTenSports #sportsbroadcasting

🗣 HTX Sports Tech Sports Innovation Summit Registration Open! Join us on July 16 - 18 for a fun opening night mixer, followed by an intimate and interactive 2-day experience for forward-thinking executives, future-focused investors, and trailblazing founders: 🏟 The 2nd annual Sports Innovation Summit will be held in the home of the Detroit Lions at historic Ford Field in Detroit, PitchBook's second-fastest growing startup hub in the US. In collaboration with MLC CONNECT Sports Creative Community the summit will offer unparalleled insights into the intersection of sports, technology, and creativity. 🎤 Engaging panel discussions: Dive deep into cutting-edge trends with industry experts. ⚡ Interactive workshops:  Gain hands-on experience with game-changing technologies that spark ideas. 👥 Meaningful networking: Forge valuable connections with peers and potential partners. Themes for the Sports Innovation Summit are centered around innovation in Digital Fan Engagement, ESG & Sustainability, Equity & Investment, and the Power of Gaming. ⏳ Secure your spot at the lowest price by registering during the early bird access period. Learn more about the summit and register today: https://lnkd.in/gnjgi-4F #Detroit #SportsBiz #SportsTech #SportsInnovationSummit #LinkedInSports #ESG #Sustainability #VentureCapital #Gaming

“Can you be bullish on the sector and skeptical of the investment opportunity? I think so, and I am, because many of the driving factors in current sports valuations are facing significant future disruption.” -Josh Walker, Sports Innovation Lab's Co-Founder & CEO, in his recent Sports Business Journal article “What Investors Miss About Sports As An Asset Class” 👀📈Read the full piece here: https://hubs.la/Q02KhrPc0