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Six Nations Rugby partners with Capgemini to boost digital fan experience

Wed, 1st Oct 2025
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Six Nations Rugby partners with Capgemini to enhance fan experience using AI and digital tech across tournaments through to 2029.
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Epic Padel raises USD $10M to expand clubs & global reach

Thu, 25th Sep 2025
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Epic Padel has secured USD $10 million to expand padel clubs across the US and boost global ventures, aiming to grow the sport beyond urban elite venues.
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Harlequins partners with AccountsIQ to drive data-led operations

Wed, 24th Sep 2025
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Harlequins partners with AccountsIQ, renaming their West Stand for 2025/26, to embed data-led insights in rugby operations and fan engagement.
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Axon Perform opens UK office to boost elite sports analytics

Wed, 17th Sep 2025
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Axon Perform has launched a UK office to provide its sports analytics platform to elite rugby and football teams across Europe, enhancing performance insights.
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Premier Sports Network partners with Alcatraz for stadium security

Fri, 12th Sep 2025
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Premier Sports Network partners with Alcatraz to enhance stadium security using facial biometric authentication, improving safety and access worldwide.
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Girona FC chooses WatchGuard to boost cyber security strategy

Thu, 11th Sep 2025
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Girona FC partners with WatchGuard to deploy advanced cybersecurity across its stadium, training centre, and academy, boosting protection against cyber threats.
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Hisense extends FIFA World Cup partnership, unveils AI tech for 2026

Sat, 6th Sep 2025
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Hisense will extend its FIFA World Cup sponsorship to 2026, unveiling advanced AI tech and RGB-MiniLED TVs for an immersive fan experience across three host nations.
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8x8 extends Southampton FC partnership to boost fan engagement

Fri, 29th Aug 2025
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8x8 has extended its partnership with Southampton FC until 2026, enhancing fan engagement through advanced communications and matchday services.
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Generative AI transforms Women's Rugby World Cup broadcasts

Fri, 22nd Aug 2025
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Capgemini's AI-powered TryZone IQ will enhance live Women's Rugby World Cup 2025 broadcasts with real-time insights, boosting fan engagement globally.
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Kosterman makes F1 Academy debut with livery honouring 200 women

Thu, 21st Aug 2025
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Esmee Kosterman debuts in F1 Academy at Zandvoort, driving a car showcasing 200 women role models to inspire equality in motorsport and STEM.
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World Aquatics to migrate core systems to Alibaba Cloud by 2028

Wed, 30th Jul 2025
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World Aquatics will fully migrate its core systems to Alibaba Cloud by 2028, enhancing digital services for international aquatic sports events and communities.
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McLaren Racing, Freshworks partner to streamline IT for 2025

Sat, 26th Jul 2025
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McLaren Racing partners with Freshworks to adopt AI-powered IT solutions, enhancing global IT efficiency for the 2025 Formula 1 season and beyond.
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AI transforms sports engagement as fans seek personalisation

Tue, 1st Jul 2025
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AI reshapes sports fandom, with 54% preferring AI tools for info and 67% seeking a single platform for personalised, interactive experiences.
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Oracle Red Bull Racing adopts cloud suite to boost F1 operations

Fri, 27th Jun 2025
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Oracle Red Bull Racing is adopting Oracle Fusion Cloud Applications to enhance finance, HR and customer operations, boosting efficiency under F1's strict cost cap.
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Meta & Oakley launch AI sports glasses from USD $399

Tue, 24th Jun 2025
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Meta and Oakley launch AI-powered sports glasses starting at USD $399, featuring a 3K camera, AI assistant, and water resistance for athletes worldwide.
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Hisense to stream FIFA Club World Cup 2025 free on smart TVs

Thu, 19th Jun 2025
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Hisense will stream all FIFA Club World Cup 2025 matches free on its and Toshiba smart TVs via DAZN, enhancing global sports viewing with interactive features.
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Apple unveils watchOS 26 with new design & smart features

Tue, 10th Jun 2025
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Apple unveils watchOS 26 with a fresh Liquid Glass design, Workout Buddy and smarter features for a personalised, motivating Apple Watch experience.
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Infobip, Haas F1 partner to boost fan engagement with AI tech

Sat, 10th May 2025
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Infobip partners with MoneyGram Haas F1 Team to boost fan engagement via AI-powered messaging channels like WhatsApp and RCS at the 2025 Miami Grand Prix.
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FC Bayern partners with Celonis to boost operations with AI

Fri, 9th May 2025
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Celonis becomes exclusive Process Intelligence partner of FC Bayern Munich, aiming to enhance operational efficiency across key club departments.
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How the Orlando Magic are reinventing fandom with data and AI

Thu, 8th May 2025
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The Orlando Magic and SAS are revolutionising fandom by using data and AI to personalise experiences, boost ticket sales, and deepen fan engagement.