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TNT Sports and the International Basketball Federation (FIBA) have reached a multiyear deal for exclusive U.S. English language rights for all Men’s and Women’s tentpole tournaments to be showcased across
British esports organisation Method has announced a partnership with hardware supplier SCAN Computers. The deal will see SCAN collaborate with Method throughout World of Warcraft’s Midnight Season 1. Specifically, it will focus on Race to World First, a competitive event centred on defeating new…
On the surface, golf clubs are asset-rich businesses. They own land; have loyal members; attract visitors; and operate in a sport enjoying somewhat of a post-pandemic boom. However, according to Rob Corcoran, director of The Revenue Club, many clubs still leave significant revenue on the table…
Two former professional footballers, Joe Davis and Tim Alexander, are set to launch a technology platform aimed at tackling what they describe as one of sport’s most overlooked problems: what happens to athletes when they exit their sport. MOJOE, an athlete-only platform designed to modernise…
Two former professional footballers, Joe Davis and Tim Alexander, are set to launch a technology platform aimed at tackling what they describe as one of sport’s most overlooked problems: what happens to athletes when they exit their sport. MOJOE, an athlete-only platform designed to modernise…
The countdown is underway and with just 100 days to go until the world’s greatest sporting event begins on Thurs., June 11, FOX Sports, America’s English-language home for the FIFA
Wrexham AFC co-chairmen Rob Mac and Ryan Reynolds will host a first-of-its-kind live commentary event, Live from Wrexham with Rob & Ryan, for the Club’s Welsh Derby matchup against Swansea
Behind The Mic provides a roundup of recent news regarding on-air talent, including new deals, departures, and assignments compiled from press releases and reports around the industry. In this week’s
UK-based gaming and esports event Insomnia Gaming Festival has announced the cancellation of its Insomnia 74 (i74) event. The event was scheduled to take place from April 30th to May 3rd at the Staffordshire County Showground, with a variety of esports tournaments announced alongside gaming…
Tundra Esports has won Dota 2’s DreamLeague Season 28 after defeating Aurora Gaming 3-1 in the Grand Finals. With that, the London-based organisation has secured the lion’s share of the tournament’s $1m (~£747,000) prize pool. Tundra Esports was one of 16 teams competing in DreamLeague Season 28…
In sports technology, evolution is rarely linear. The story of Ochy’s journey from running retail to global football is proof that the right bet, on athletes’ movement and real, usable data, can fundamentally shift the landscape. For stakeholders in Australia’s football, performance and tech…
Team Liquid has announced a partnership with English football club Sunderland AFC ahead of the club’s debut in the ePremier League. Two of the global esports organisation’s players will represent the club in the eighth edition of the competition, beginning on February 28th. As part of the deal…
The British Esports Federation has signed the Armed Forces Covenant, pledging to support serving personnel, veterans, and their families in the military community. As outlined in the Armed Forces Covenant document, it was signed by the President of British Esports, Chester King, on December 4th…
Genius Sports Limited has announced a partnership with NBC Sports Regional Networks (NBCSRN), significantly expanding its exclusive, data-powered augmented advertising footprint across live, local NBA broadcasts.
The Premier League has officially confirmed the launch of its first-ever direct-to-consumer (DTC) streaming platform, Premier League Plus, debuting in Singapore for the 2026/27 season.
The community branch of English football club Tranmere Rovers has launched an esports and digital skills initiative designed to open career pathways for 18 to 21-year-olds. The six-week course will utilise esports to develop a range of skills, including broadcast production and content creation…
Former professional footballers Joe Davis and Tim Alexander have launched MOJOE, a new AI-led platform designed to modernise player care and address athlete transition and post-career outcomes. Scheduled for a formal launch on 2nd March 2026, the platform has been developed to tackle the lack of…
WYLDE has announced a partnership with the League of Ireland to become its esports and gaming partner. Co-owned by former Jamaican sprinter and Olympic gold medalist Usain Bolt, the Irish esports organisation will be supporting ELOI (eLeague of Ireland), the official national EA FC esports…
A two-time Formula One Sim Racing World Champion has secured a role at one of British motorsport’s most established venues. F1 Esports competitor Brendon Leigh will work as a driver instructor at Silverstone as part of its Drive Silverstone programme. Leigh, who won the Formula One Sim Racing World…
Adder Technology, a specialist in connectivity solutions and high performance IP KVM, announces the opening of its new Customer Experience Center (CXC) at its global headquarters in the UK. The
