Sportstech & Member News
Five V Capital back EngageRM to Power US Growth
EngageRM
Date: 14-Sep-2023 | Category: Member News
Leading Australian private equity firm Five V Capital has made a significant investment in our Series A capital raise. EngageRM has raised upwards of $6 million, including additional funds from sport-focused fund XT Ventures, existing investor Gandel Invest and others. The funds will be deployed to expand global sales operations and further develop the EngageRM platform.
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Disability Sports Australia selects Rosterfy to future proof their volunteer program
Rosterfy
Date: 12-Sep-2023 | Category: Member News
Rosterfy is proud to announce that they will be working with not-for-profit organisation, Disability Sports Australia, to streamline and manage their impressive national network of volunteers and 70 come-and-try events.
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Crosland joins ASTN’s Executive Team as new Manager of Program Operations and Projects
ASTN
Date: 11-Sep-2023 | Category: Member News
Amy Crosland has been working closely with ASTN and its Women in Sports Tech (WIST) program over the past six months – making inroads into changing the ratio of women in sportstech in Australia. Crosland now joins the ASTN executive team with a special focus on ASTN’s special programs and projects.
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Australia Forging Closer Ties With India to Offer Digital Health Solutions
Ocula AI (Equinox Ventures)
Date: 11-Sep-2023 | Category: Member News
ASTN member Ocula AI (Equinox Ventures) was recently part of an 11-member Australian Digital Health Trade Mission to India and visited Hyderabad as a part of Australia India Business Exchange program organised by The Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade).
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AI and Machine Learning provide benefits to sports and entertainment organisations
EngageRM
Date: 8-Sep-2023 | Category: Member News
In its recent white paper, EngageRM provides an introduction to the six ways AI and ML are used in the sports and entertainment industry to deliver incredible experiences, create loyal, life-long fans, and reach new levels of revenue and growth.
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Digital Innovation Festival: ASTN Webinar 'AI in Sport'
AIS - CSIRO/Data61 - ASTN
Date: 6-Sep-2023 | Category: Member News
ASTN deliveres its Masterclass series 'The Impact of Technology on the Business of Sport' as part of Digital Innovation Futures (DIF) Victoria. In collaboration with CSIRO’s Data 61 and Premium Member AIS, ASTN facilitated a webinar “AI in Sport”. Panellists include Stuart Morgan (Lead Machine Learning, AI and Data Innovation, AIS), Jon Whittle (Director, Data 61, CSIRO) and Rita Arrigo (Strategic Engagement Manager, CSIRO National AI Centre).
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AFL to prioritise implementation of officiating technology
Australian Football League (AFL)
Date: 4-Sep-2023 | Category: Member News
The AFL will prioritise implementation of improved technology for match officiating. The league has been trialling ball-tracking hardware to assist goal umpires and score review operators to make more accurate calls on game day.
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Winners announced at 2023 ANZSTA
STWS ANZSTA supported by ASTN
Date: 31-Aug-2023 | Category: Australian Sportstech News
The winners of the 2023 Australia-New Zealand Sports Technology Awards were announced at a cocktail event hosted at the Fortitude Music Hall, Fortitude Valley (QLD). Congratulations to Aura, Brisbane Heat, CATAPULT, CoachMate, etrainu, MKTG, Motorsport Australia, Play Today and acknowlegment to all other finalists.
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Sportradar extends partnership with Korea Football League
Sportradar
Date: 24-Aug-2023 | Category: Member News
ASTN Primary Partner, Sportradar, a leading global sports technology company creating immersive experiences for sports fans, has announced an extension to its existing partnership with the Korea Professional Football League (K League), South Korea’s top professional football division, to further increase global fan engagement.
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PAM enters second season as LA Rams technology solutions partner
PAM
Date: 22-Aug-2023 | Category: Member News
Smart navigation platform PAM is preparing for the launch of the 2023/2024 season as the Technology Solutions Partner for the NFL’s Los Angeles Rams. PAM provides digital signage software and branding opportunities across Hollywood Park and SoFi Stadium, home to the LA Rams.
DRIBL announced as official competition management partner of the 2023 First Nations Indigenous Football Cup.
Dribl
Date: 21-Aug-2023 | Category: Member News
DRIBL recently announced they have been chosen as the official competition management partner of the 2023 First Nations Indigenous Football Cup.
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GIS visits ASICE in Cremorne
Global Insitute of Sport (GIS)
Date: 18-Aug-2023 | Category: Member News
ASTN Premium Member, the Global Institute of Sport (GIS) has hosted its 2023 Global Sports Summit in Melbourne. On-campus, online students and alumni assembled for events at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) for face-to-face teaching in Melbourne also visiting ASTN in Cremorne.
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GameDay partner with Triathlon NZ on new membership platform
GameDay
Date: 17-Aug-2023 | Category: Member News
Triathlon NZ are rolling out GameDay’s core membership and integrated event registration platform to the sport. The primary goal is to streamline the club member registration process, integrate the processing of club membership fees and remove the need for volunteer administrators to complete manual reporting.
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AO Startups unveils seven new companies
PAM
Date: 16-Aug-2023 | Category: Member News
ASTN member PAM is one of seven new companies have been selected in the mid-year intake of the AO StartUps program, with all the businesses set to pilot their cutting-edge technology during the 2024 Summer of Tennis.
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Artificial intelligence and virtual reality are reshaping Australia's sport scene
VueMotion
Date: 15-Aug-2023 | Category: Member News
Australia has long been known as a proud sporting nation. CNN Marketplace Asia reports how artificial intelligence and virtual reality are reshaping sports and startups like NeuroFlex and ASTN member VueMotion are using technology to improve athletic performance and safety on the playing field.
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Investing in Victorian Innovation to Tackle Breast Injury in Sport (Zena Sport)
Zena Sport
Date: 14-Aug-2023 | Category: Member News
Breakthrough Victoria will invest $148,000 in Zena Sport. The Geelong-based startup has developed the most advanced breast and rib impact protection vests for female athletes in contact sports such as AFL, rugby, basketball and soccer.
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InspireTek launches daily mental health and wellbeing check-in tool for youth athletes
InspireTek
Date: 10-Aug-2023 | Category:
InspireTek, a wellness management system for youth athletes, has launched a daily check-in called the Infinite Score.
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Queensland Trade and Investment Roundtable – Sports Technology
Trade and Investment Queensland - tiq.qld.gov.au
Date: 10-Aug-2023 | Category: Australian Sportstech News
ASTN General Manager Cam Vale was invited to attend the Queensland Government Sports Tech roundtable on Thursday 27th July in Brisbane.
Led by the Treasurer and Minister for Trade, the Hon Mr Cameron Dick and the Minister for Tourism, Innovation and Sport, and Minister Assisting the Premier on Olympics and Paralympics Sport and Engagement, the Hon. Stirling Hinchliffe MP., the ASTN and select members from the sports technology community heard more from Queensland Government on the future opportunities for sports technology in Queensland.
A key program that has been announced is the Go Global program which opened on 31 July 2023.
For the first time since the Go Global Export Program was launched in 2020, sports tech sector applicants will receive special consideration.
Information about this program and Roundtable is included in the Queensland Government’s media statement released on Friday, 28 July 2023: Queensland’s sportstech economy driving golden investment opportunities - Ministerial Media Statements. The contact person for the Go Global Export Program is Sean Bohannon, Manager, Health, Innovation and Technology at Trade and Investment Queensland – sean.bohannon@tiq.qld.gov.au. Details about the Go Global Program Round 5 can be found here: Go Global Export Program. Applications close on 11 September 2023.
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SportsLink Travel announce major sponsorship of Hockey Australia
SportsLink Travel
Date: 9-Aug-2023 | Category: Member News
SportsLink Travel has expanded its portfolio of sports by stepping up to be a major sponsor of Hockey Australia.
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BrushBoarding features at the National Sports & Physical Activity Convention 2023
Extreme Sports Zone (BrushBoarding)
Date: 8-Aug-2023 | Category: Member News
Visitors and participants at the National Sports & Physical Activity Convention (NSC23) in Melbourne were able to ride the wave of excitement as BrushBoarding, the surfing-inspired fitness attraction, made its official debut at NSC23. Australian-manufactured Brush Ramps are an innovative and dynamic addition to the world of sport, fitness, and active entertainment.
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Bluestone equity partners invests in PMY GROUP, a premier international venue, events and infrastructure technology solutions firm
PMY.GROUP
Date: 1-Aug-2023 | Category: Member News
PMY Group will leverage Bluestone Equity’s deep operating experience in global sports, media and entertainment as it pursues international growth and expansion. Bluestone Equity Partners ("Bluestone"), the global sports, media & entertainment (“SME”) private equity firm, today announced an investment in PMY Group ("PMY"), a premier international venue, events and infrastructure technology solutions firm. This is PMY’s first institutional capital raise since inception.
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Beyond the stands: the rise of digital fan engagement platforms
Tiparra
Date: 31-Jul-2023 | Category: Member News
In an era where technology profoundly influences fan engagement, sports franchises strive to convert casual viewers into loyal enthusiasts. This blog post explores the shift from traditional methods to a digital paradigm, emphasising the role of platforms like Tiparra in providing personalised fan experiences and fostering stronger bonds with fans. It highlights how franchises can harness these digital platforms to control their narrative, streamline monetisation efforts, and cater to the evolving demands of younger demographics. The post delves into how a white-labeled app can enhance the entire fan journey - from attending games to purchasing merchandise, paving the way for a more immersive, engaging, and rewarding future in the sports industry.
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Refbook secures partnership with Football Australia
Refbook
Date: 24-Jul-2023 | Category: Member News
Refbook has signed an agreement with Football Australia (FA) to provide a dynamic platform for the management of officials across the national body’s competitions. The online solution will be used across all of Football Australia’s network, including the professional leagues, A-League Men’s and Women’s, as well as the Australia Cup and national championships.
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TidyHQ and iSponsor partner to empower community sports
TidyHQ
Date: 14-Jul-2023 | Category: Member News
TidyHQ, the leading provider of sports administration solutions, proudly announces its exciting partnership with
iSponsor to revolutionize how community sports clubs generate revenue. This collaboration combines TidyHQ's powerful platform with iSponsor's innovative Shop and Give feature, providing an effortless way for individuals to support their chosen community sports clubs
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Sport SA welcomes ActiveXchange as an official data partner
ActiveXchange
Date: 23-Jun-2023 | Category: Member News
ActiveXchange and Sport SA recently announced a partnership to work together to improve the outcomes for SA sporting organisations, governments and residents. This partnership enables Sport SA and ActiveXchange to grow participation in sports and tangibly improve community health and wellbeing outcomes.
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Sports technology startup TwinLabs.ai spun out of NTT
twinlabs.ai
Date: 2-Jun-2023 | Category: Member News
NTT Ltd, a leading IT infrastructure and services company, recently announced the launch of TwinLabs.ai, an exciting new technology startup focusing on cycling and sports. TwinLabs.ai will be led by CEO, Peter Gray, CTO Tim Wade, and CPO Rob Webster, the team responsible for designing and delivering NTT’s technology solutions at the Tour de France since 2015.
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Gerford AI and USA Swimming announce partnership
Gerford AI
Date: 25-May-2023 | Category: Member News
ASTN member Gerford AI and USA Swimming recently announced an alliance focused on new technology for use by American swimmers. The unique computer vision and AI offering will assist USA Swimming’s high-performance team and coaches with time-efficient athlete performance analysis.
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iNSPIRETEK announces further expansion into the US market
iNSPiRETEK
Date: 1-May-2023 | Category: Member News
iNSPIRETEK recently announced their continued expansion into the US market with their innovative health technology platform for athletes.
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