• AI use among surveyed sports fans increased in 2026, with accuracy driving fan trust
• Nearly half of respondents would download a single, consolidated sports app — but only about 3 in 10 would pay for one
• Managing multiple subscriptions has become a source of frustration for surveyed sports fans (more…)
The IBM & Web Summit Sports Tech Startup Challenge will seek to find game-changing solutions that could be leveraged throughout IBM’s technology portfolio and world-class global sports and entertainment partnership team. (more…)
The term “soccer” is actually derived from the full name of the sport, which is “association football.” The word “soccer” originated in England in the mid-19th century as a way to distinguish it from another popular sport called rugby football. (more…)
The United States has a long history of recruiting aging soccer stars from other countries. Argentine Lionel Messi, considered by many worldwide to be soccer’s GOAT—greatest of all time—is set to join Inter Miami CF later this year, the team former soccer great David Beckham co-owns. (more…)
Is your dog becoming lazy? Are you wondering how to make your pet more playful? Well, if the answer to either question is yes, we can help you. Much like humans, each dog has a different personality. Their breed, health, and temperament can determine the level of their activeness. If your furry friend is turning out to be a couch potato, then fret not, for there are easy ways to motivate them. Read on and find out the best ways to have a fun and enjoyable time with your dog. (more…)
Forschungsteam analysiert Streckenprofil in Prater Hauptallee
Eliud Kipchoge aus Kenia, derzeit schnellster Mensch über die Marathondistanz, wird voraussichtlich am kommenden Samstag im Wiener Prater versuchen, als erster Mensch einen Marathon unter zwei Stunden zu laufen. Im Mai 2018 war ein ähnlicher Versuch in Monza knapp gescheitert. Diesmal wurde mit der Hauptallee eine Strecke ausgewählt, die schneller als jene in Monza sein soll und nur unwesentlich langsamer als eine theoretische Idealstrecke ohne Steigungen und Kurven. ForscherInnen aus Österreich und den USA haben einen Vergleich einer theoretischen Idealstrecke ohne Steigungen und Kurven mit der Strecke im Wiener Prater angestellt. (more…)
IBM and USTA continue to evolve the US Open for fans, tennis players, and coaches with AI and hybrid cloud technology
FLUSHING, N.Y., Aug. 28, 2019 — IBM (NYSE: IBM) today announced Coach Advisor, a new technology solution developed in partnership with the United States Tennis Association (USTA) that leverages IBM and Red Hat hybrid cloud capabilities to put AI and analytics directly in the hands of USTA coaches to help drive a new level of insight into tennis player performance. (more…)
USTA continues to evolve the tournament for fans, and now tennis players, with AI technology
FLUSHING, N.Y., Aug. 29, 2018 /PRNewswire/ — IBM today announced that IBM Watson will now partner with tennis players and coaches to enhance their game strategy and better prepare for matches more efficiently. As a partner of the US Open tournament for more than 25 years, IBM innovations have positioned the US Open as a tournament at the forefront of the modern digital experience with technology that fans have come to know and love. This year, IBM and the USTA will integrate its AI Highlights technology into player performance as the tournament enters the next phase of its technology journey. (more…)
