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🚀 Boost your startup and win a package valued at €50,000 at the PRO Sportstech Congress 2024! We bring you an exceptional opportunity for sports sector startups with the third edition of the BCN Sports Hub Competition. In the first two editions, more than 50 startups participated, and 12 entrepreneurs presented their projects to over 200 sports professionals. Ready for another round? The competition will take place on May 8th within the PRO Sportstech 2024, the reference congress for sports and technology with professionals and expert panels, practical cases, startup competitions, and networking, happening at the Antiga Fàbrica Estrella Damm on May 8th and 9th. 💥 A benefits package valued at €50,000: ✅ Branding package and an annual subscription to 2Playbook.com. ✅ A meeting with entrepreneur and investor Dídac Lee to fine-tune your value proposition and presentation to investors. ✅ Priority access to AticcoLab's acceleration program. ✅ Three months of free membership at Aticco Bogatell for up to two founders. ✅ One-year free membership to INDESCAT and the Barcelona Sports Hub. ✅ Follow-up meeting with the accelerator Sportboost. ✅ 50% discount on tickets for ISPO Munich 2024. ✅ A pilot session with The Faktory, from the Baskonia-Alavés Group, to test your products. 💡 How to participate? If your project innovates in areas such as sports performance, health, nutrition, product and service development, wearables, tracking, fan engagement, e-Sports, NFTs, or sports tourism, this is your chance. 👉 Submit your application before April 2nd. 👉 The 12 semifinalists will be announced on April 10th. 👉 Public voting will determine the finalists on April 25th, who will receive free entry to the congress. 👉 The grand finale will be on May 8th during the PRO Sportstech Congress. 🔗 Check all the requirements to participate, here. 🎯 Why can't you miss this opportunity? Besides the mentioned benefits, participating in this competition will connect you with over 200 industry professionals, offer unprecedented visibility, and open doors to funding and growth opportunities. 💥 Register now! https://lnkd.in/dAAwVCQm 📥 If you have any questions, send an email to pmasvidal@sportshub.barcelona 👥 Powered by INDESCAT and 2Playbook, promoted by the Barcelona Sports Hub and the Barcelona City Council, sponsored by Universidad Alfonso X El Sabio, and with the collaboration of the Generalitat de Catalunya through ACCIÓ.

Lots of people to shout out in SportsTechX's latest Global SportsTech Ecosystem Report ⚡ Firstly, our 15 Innovators doing some amazing work in #SportsTech Andy Selby, Anton Brams, Carolina Chiappero, Charles Juba, Christopher Schlosser, Cheri Bradish, Ph.D., Federico Smanio, Giel Kirkels, Guillermo Marín Díaz-Guardamino, Jenna Kurath, Koen Bosma, Lloyd Danzig, Marilou McFarlane, Mike Yang and Mustafa Ghouse Answering some key questions: ⭐ What are the biggest challenges you face related to Innovation in Sports? ⭐ What kind of startups/ companies are you looking to work with / invest in? As always, thanks to all of them for their contributions 🙏 🚀 They highlighted 15 startups that have impressed them 3D Digital Venue - Digital replicas of sports venues Ballogy - Skills development & assessment app BookSeats - Event ticket & travel package booking Boomerang - 'Lost & found' solution C15 Studio - Premium FAST channels for sports Coopah - AI running coach CoVince - Multi platform collaboration, learning, and engagement Monterosa - Powering gamified & interactive fan experiences PlaySight - AI powered video solutions for raquet sports Quidich Innovation Labs - Broadcast tech for Pro Sports Sportwig - Digital training platform Stupa Sports Analytics - AI powered video & management solutions for raquet sports Your Personal Trainer - Personal training and fitness platform ZATAP by collectID - Digitalising physical products Zoomph - Sponsorship performance measurement across digital platforms 👀 Add 10 more that SportsTechX highlighted as 'ones to watch' Names in the comments, cause LinkedIn can't handle that many mentions apparently. 🔥 That's quite a list. Can't wait to see what these companies get up to. Download the full report: https://lnkd.in/eyHNM4Ja

【ASPN Sports Tech Accelerator Batch 1 Demo Day Registration Open!】 🌟The Big milestone of the program! ASPN Sports Tech Accelerator is starting from the Batch 1. This time, the Demo Day will express the most fabulous cultivation result to everyone. 🌟Over 10 innovative sports technology startups will gather and kick off the event. The international partner, GSIC, Plug and Play Japan, ABSG, Beyond 4 from Malaysia and BlackStorm Consulting from Singapore and NSTDA from Thailand will engage in face-to-face exchanges with our Startups and expand international relations in Taiwan. This Demo Day will reach a new level with the inclusion of more international industry resources and collaboration partnerships. 🌟13 startups from the USA, Australia, Indonesia, Singapore, Malaysia, New Zealand, and Taiwan were selected to join the program. They cover a variety of sports innovation technology, including AR sports experiences, assisted training devices, innovative nutrition products, motion detective technology, and fitness platforms. In the afternoon, they will demonstrate their strong business potential. After training for half of year, they are ready to present their products and services through the Demo Day pitch competition. 🌟Additionally, we also colaborate with "2024 Sport Event Taiwan Workshop Series Forum" This year, with the theme 'International Sport Event x City Branding,' the workshop focuses on the close integration of sports events with localities, shaping a unique brand image and expanding the global reach. This session in the morning will delve into strategies for integrating event with city, offering a glimpse into the sports development of various cities in Taiwan, and unveiling new perspectives on sports technology. 陽明交通大學產業加速器 IAPS 🎯Registration link🎯 https://lnkd.in/gXMtBWCX 󠀠 【ASPN Sports Tech Accelerator Batch 1 Demo Day】 📍Date: August 9, 2024, 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM 📍Location: CORNER MAX 1F, (1F., No. 102, Guangfu S. Rd., Da'an Dist., Taipei City

🚀 Connect with the future of sports and technology at the PRO Sportstech Congress 2024! Get ready for an immersive experience at the heart of sports innovation: the PRO Sportstech Congress is back on May 8th and 9th at the Antiga Fàbrica Estrella Damm. This annual event has become the go-to for professionals passionate about the sports-technology nexus. 🔍 What to expect? Enjoy an agenda filled with expert panels, roundtables, matchmaking, case studies, networking, and investment opportunities all designed to inspire, educate, and connect the sports ecosystem: 🤖 We'll explore the challenges and opportunities of AI applied to sports. 💡 We'll share case studies on digital transformation in major companies. 🌍 We'll discuss how Industry 4.0 is revolutionizing sports product design. 👥 We'll analyze consumers, from capturing their attention to profiling them using data. 🤝 We'll discover how to achieve the ROI sought with sponsorship agreements. 🚀 We'll celebrate the BCN Sports Hub Competition, a stage for the most innovative entrepreneurship where you can win a package valued at €50,000 💬 And much more! 📌 Why attend? 🔎 Live innovation: Witness the latest trends and technologies transforming the sports sector. 🔄 Valuable networking: Connect with professionals, investors, and entrepreneurs with similar interests. 📚 Practical learning: Enjoy insights applicable to your project or organization. 🎤 Leader voices: Listen and get inspired by internationally renowned speakers sharing their experience and vision. 🏆 Are you a startup? The PRO Sportech Congress is your launchpad! Present your solution to corporate challenges and participate in the BCN Sports Hub Competition. Not only will you increase your project's visibility, but you'll also have the opportunity to connect with potential clients and investors. And if you're looking for visibility and want to present yourself to industry professionals in your own space, you have the option to request a booth at the Startup Fair! 👥 Powered by INDESCAT and 2Playbook, promoted by the Barcelona Sports Hub and the Barcelona City Council, sponsored by Universidad Alfonso X El Sabio, and with the collaboration of the Generalitat de Catalunya through ACCIÓ. 🔗 Find more information and register here! https://lnkd.in/dtxFZDMW

🔥 Latest Trends in Global Sports Tech 2024 ! The Philadelphia Phillies raised ~$500 million, valuing the MLB team at near $3 billion. While Endeavor is selling OpenBet and IMG ARENA Sports in a $450 Million deal, which “is a necessary step” for the closing of the proposed Endeavor take-private deal with Silver Lake. Those two stories are just in the last week! Sports M&A is hot hot hot 🔥 📢 Here are excerpts from our latest Global Sports Tech VC Report 2024, highlighting the main trends shaping the sports tech landscape. ✅ M&A in Sports: $37 billion+ in M&A deals in 2024 This is a major factor when we refer to strong tailwinds and macro drivers that make us optimistic about the growth of Sports Tech: it's because sports itself is growing—and in a big way. ✅ Solutions for Fans: 65% of Total Investments in 2024 41% increase compared to 2023 As we emerged from the pandemic, it became clear that during times of crisis, sports turn to their fans. Immersive experiences and ticketing have been the primary focus of this investment. Interestingly, about two-thirds has gone towards B2B solutions, shifting the responsibility back to sports teams to drive fan behaviour as they see fit. ✅ Athletes Lead: As investors and founders The list of names rolls off the tongue effortlessly: Magnus Carlsen, LeBron James, Cristiano Ronaldo, Rafa Nadal, Harry Kane. No, we're not talking about attendees at a major sports awards ceremony—we're listing athletes involved in SportsTech startups in 2024, either as investors or, in some cases, as founders themselves. We've been discussing this trend across our channels for a while, and it's not slowing down. In fact, we expect to see more of this as contracts grow larger and athletes become increasingly business-savvy. Read More in the latest Global Sports Tech VC Report 2024! DOWNLOAD NOW: https://lnkd.in/dGnh2d-u

🏆 Do you have a disruptive mind with a great capacity for innovation? Two challenges await you at the Open Innovation Challenges 2024! On May 9th, as part of the PRO Sportstech Congress, we will celebrate the Open Innovation Challenges 2024, and you don't need a congress ticket to participate. This unique competition is designed for startups, companies, research groups, and university or educational center students with the aim of presenting innovative solutions to corporate challenges in the sports industry. 🔍 What are the Open Innovation Challenges? A launching platform for the most cutting-edge ideas seeking to revolutionize sports through technology and innovation. The goal is to create a space where entrepreneurs and professionals can share their projects with investors and the companies driving the challenges. 📌 This year, the focus is on two major challenges centered on health and sponsorship: 1️⃣ Correlation of Physical and Mental Health: Proposals that can measure the real benefits of physical exercise on physical and mental health. 👉 The challenge is promoted by the Fitness and Health Working Group: Aerobic & Fitness O´Live Fitness, AECNC, ASME, CEM Joan Miró, CET10 / Fundació CET10, Fundació Claror, Club Natacio Banyoles, ESHI - European Sports & Health Institute, Eurecat - Technology Centre, Clubs Eurofitness, Gestiona Associació, ègora | CENTRES ESPORTIUS MUNICIPALS, improfit.ai, Institut de Recerca de l'Esport IRE-UAB, KEYA, KOMPINI, Llop. Grup Sintagmia, Rockfit, Royal Escola de Formació, SUIFF, Sintagmia, Grup SEAE, Technogym, Tecno Sport, Trevol LLeida & Universitat de Barcelona. 2️⃣ Data, Marketing, and Sponsorship: Find new ways to evaluate the return on investment in sponsorships and marketing at small and medium-sized sports events. 👉 The challenge is promoted by the Marketing and Partnership Working Group: AFYDAD, Sportmas Sports Experience Platform, BIWPA Water Polo Academy,  CA Sports, Catalunya Tennis Academy, Clúster Internacional del Pádel, Eikonos S.A., Magrana, MICSports, Munic, Nielsen, Ocisport, PLAYERS SPORT I GESTIO, RPM SPORTS, SevenMila, Soler Casafont Studio, Unlock Management & virgili. comunicación gráfica. 💡 Why participate? The Open Innovation Challenges 2024 offer a unique opportunity to connect with investors, event promoters, and industry leaders, opening doors to potential collaborations and accelerating the growth of your disruptive solutions. 📅 Until April 26th, you have the opportunity to step up and make a difference in the sports ecosystem. Showcase your potential. 📲 Sign up now and be part of the sports revolution! https://lnkd.in/dux4pHvw 👥 PRO Sportstech Congress is powered by the collaboration of INDESCAT and 2Playbook, promoted by the Barcelona Sports Hub and the Ajuntament de Barcelona, sponsored by the Universidad Alfonso X el Sabio, and supported by the Generalitat de Catalunya through ACCIÓ.

From Manila to Malta inside 6 months, the journey of discovery and education in the space continues. Over the past few months we’ve been working very hard, behind the scenes, to make the newly launched sports tech track of AIBC World ‘filled’ with real experts, pioneers and innovators in the industry. Whether it is web3, data, AI or anything else tech related the sports industry is waking up to the realisation that for far too long, some of the biggest sporting properties in the world had been ‘giving away’ a big portion of their ‘meal’ to other players in the industry and the 2025 onwards will probably mark the ‘new’ beginning where the sports industry’s biggest asset, fans, will start benefiting as content creators and main protagonists of all. My keynote entitled “Enablers & Trends of the Future of Sport Industry - Web3, Big Brands & Their Respective Roles" will tackle this subject and offer an Overview on How Traditional Sports & Blockchain & AI (including web3 & creators’ economy) go hand in hand, and what role global telecoms can play in this convergence; and why web3 really matters for the benefit of fans more than ever before!?  I will talk about what holds the key to tomorrow’s success and how the understanding of the dynamic landscape of web3-driven products and services plays a pivotal role in it; how the convergence of sports, web3, AI & 5G unlocks new capabilities and digital offerings, reshaping experiences for sport fans and unlocks revenue opportunities for sporting properties. Something we at Blocksport pioneered in the space together with Deutsche Telekom, and our first successful sporting property launch with Telekom Baskets Bonn, where we continue to innovate and drive the power of digitalisation and data ownership for everyone's benefit. The future of products and services, driven by web3, promises to redefine the sport industry and I’ll address the roles within web3 adoption that global telecoms play and what trends drive innovation that emerge out of this environment and how we can cultivate an ecosystem through cross-industry collaboration, even cross-nation, to ignite sport industry transformation and create unprecedented economic opportunities!?! All in all, it’s never been more exciting (and more challenging) to be involved with sports across the board and I sincerely hope to offer some useful insights as well as provoke thought process amongst attendees of this year’s major event, Sigma’s and AIBC’s biggest to date, and a super special one too, their 10th anniversary! Huge congratulations to Eman PULIS and his team led by Emily Micallef and Olga Yaroshevsky and now the years of collaboration between us poised to positively impact the industry and offer useful insights into the imminent future and what is to follow. And looking forward to connecting with ROBERT CUSCHIERI and his camera too. Secure your tickets here: https://lnkd.in/enVZqTJ5 #Web3 #Blockchain #Sports #Gaming SiGMA World #keynote #ambassador

Some great concepts to think about! How genuine can Data-driven fan experiences be? Anything AI I’m always intrigued. The NBA has made it tough for niche leagues in Basketball in the states. I’d be curious if and how leagues like the TBL can truly become a reputable and high level league that is sought after. Player driven media will be another interesting route. Many time as athletes we only express the “lifestyle” but never seem to delve a little deeper into the life, purpose, identity of the athlete. Who is the person in the player? What is their ripple of affect? Youth sports is where I want to make infrastructure impact. We constantly talk about the European model but still stay in our heavy volume AAU model, more games then practice. In the midst of our youth sports we also have many uninformed families left to the wolves of the industry. It will start with education and then a major shift in perspective of what success for youth aspiring to make it to the next level and maximize their journey is.

🏆 ISPO 2024 Wrap-Up: Passion and Innovation in Sports! 🏟️ ISPO Munich 2024 was an incredible experience! Speakers like Sebastián Lancestremère, Greg Nieuwenhuys, Danay Lea, Timm Jäger, Timo S. showcased the industry’s drive for Data & AI-powered performance, fan engagement, and financial independence. From Andre Agassi with Pickleball to Sebastian Vettel’s SailGP and the Zverevs investing in IMPROVR, ISPO & STN showcased how athletes are shaping sports tech’s future. Top Trends 1️⃣ Athlete Performance Innovation: • Data is king! Leaders like Stefan Zant (Sportradar), Maximilian Schmidt (KINEXON) S, and Alexander Will (IMPROVR)are advancing Data & AI-driven solutions for the sport industry, injury prevention and neurotraining. • VR-based coaching allows anytime, anywhere training, but wearables remain a challenge—only 3% deliver reliable data (Peter Düking). AI-generated training plans depend on prompting skills and show promise, even without sport-specific data. A trend analysis with regular testing could predict when AI starts training the trainers—but defining what makes a great personal trainer remains a key question. 2️⃣ Fan Engagement Gaps: • Untapped potential: Tim Krieglstein, CEO of Team SailGP Germany, demonstrated how real-time data (1,000+ points/min) boosts (tactical) performance, showing me the opportunities and potential for immersive fan experiences - e.g. via Augment Reality TV (ZDF) or building communities and second screen leveraging omni-channel platforms. • Many organizations still lack tools to activate communities, fill venues, and reduce reliance on sponsorships or TV rights—a huge growth opportunity. 3️⃣ Smart Venues as Ecosystems: • SAP Garden’s Digital Ecosystem is a standout example of journey towards connected stadiums, seamlessly integrating fans, athletes, and operations. • EintrachtTech is also paving the way with its approach to linking digital services to community-building efforts. 4️⃣ Multi-Seller Marketplaces: • Brands are embracing Direct-to-Fan platforms to own the entire user journey, from initial engagement to loyalty-building touchpoints. By focusing on their own traffic and communities, they are reducing dependence on Google, retail channels, and competitors. Futurice's Role: 24+ years specializing in brand-independent co-creation consulting to help shaping your future. 🎯 AI-Driven WoWs: Embedding GenAI and data-driven decision-making. 📊 Scalable Solutions: Co-innovating fan engagement ecosystems and smart venue platforms, fast. 🛠️ End-to-End Expertise: Combining strategy, UX, and tech to solve the right problem. What’s your passion? 🚴♂️ Mine? Rule #10: It doesn’t get easier; you just get faster! Business mindset? Love the problem, not the solution! 💬 Book 15 minutes of talk about passion, fans, athletes, and your brand’s future! https://lnkd.in/gRFEyCtd #ISPO2024 #SportsInnovation #FanEngagement #SmartVenues #AI #GameChanger #SAPGarden #Futurice #STN

As I'm looking to grow Cya Live as a premier global sports technology company and introduce Cya Live's Interactive Live Sports Events Platform to key stakeholders in the overall global sports technology ecosystem and sports industry, I would like to introduce Cya Live's Interactive Live Sports Events Platform to emerging sports technology companies in Australia. "Australia’s sports technology sector worth AUS$4.69bn in 2024" according to a study by ASTN - Australian Sports Technologies Network. I would love for the emerging sports technology companies in Australia such as: Catapult, One Future Sports, Cipher Sports Technology Group, Forever Network, Vitruvian to name a few emerging Australian sports technology companies and other Australian sports technology companies use Cya Live's Interactive Live Sports Events Platform as a new way to interact, engage in an immersive way while watching live sports content together anywhere around the world. Cya Live combines fan engagement, social commerce and social media all-in-one platform solution where stakeholders from sports fans, consumers, brands, athletes, celebrities, influencers and creators alike can collaborate, engage, transact, stream and monetize live sports & entertainment content together anywhere around the world and can communicate in real-time face-to-face in an interactive, engaging and immersive way while watching live sporting events and other live content together all-in-one platform solution. When it comes to sports tech and Cya Live's Interactive Live Sports Events Platform, Cya Live is making virtual interaction real and is the future of online interactivity! https://lnkd.in/gVaudRgv https://lnkd.in/gjJVPEbV #sports #sportstechnology #sportstech #sportsindustry #ecosystem #australia #emergingtechnology #leagues #professionalteams #broadcast #media #mediarights #interactive #engaging #immersive #digital #videochat #textchat #livesports #content #genz #genalpha #fanengagement #socialcommerce #socialmedia #evolution #global #athletes #meetandgreet #qanda #influencers #creators #creatoreconomy #watchtogether #virtual #hybridevents #ecommerce #videocommerce #livestreamshopping