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Axon Perform opens UK office to boost elite sports analytics
Data Analytics

Axon Perform opens UK office to boost elite sports analytics

Axon Perform has launched a UK office to provide its sports analytics platform to elite rugby and football teams across Europe, enhancing performance insights.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 17th Sep 2025
Tour de France Femmes drives global growth in women's cycling
Social Media

Tour de France Femmes drives global growth in women's cycling

The Tour de France Femmes has sparked global growth in women's cycling, boosting audiences, participation, and professional opportunities since 2022, says Zwift.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 25th Jul 2025
Binance unveils fan-designed F1 helmet mural in Melbourne
AR, VR & Metaverse

Binance unveils fan-designed F1 helmet mural in Melbourne

Binance has unveiled a fan-designed race helmet for F1 driver Pierre Gasly, showcased in a stunning mural by street artist Matt Adnate in Melbourne.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Mar 2025
TeamViewer partners with F1 Academy to empower women
Unified Communications

TeamViewer partners with F1 Academy to empower women

TeamViewer has partnered with F1 Academy, committing to boost female representation in motorsport over the next two years and enhance inclusivity in the sport.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Wed, 12th Mar 2025
IWD 2025: Triathlons to boardrooms: The power of sport in leadership
Sports

IWD 2025: Triathlons to boardrooms: The power of sport in leadership

On International Women's Day, a tech leader shares how her journey in sports instilled resilience and leadership skills that empowered her in a male-dominated industry.

By Céline Gauthier-Darnis • 5 min read • Thu, 6th Mar 2025
PPDS extends partnership with Oracle Red Bull Racing team
Unified Communications

PPDS extends partnership with Oracle Red Bull Racing team

PPDS and Oracle Red Bull Racing have announced a multi-year contract extension, continuing PPDS as the exclusive digital display supplier for the F1 team.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 23rd Jan 2025
Linda McConnell appointed head of product marketing at Gallagher
Sports

Linda McConnell appointed head of product marketing at Gallagher

Linda McConnell will take on the role of Head of Product Marketing at Gallagher Security in December 2024, bringing over 15 years of industry experience.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Wed, 8th Jan 2025

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Gym app SPORTL launches in London after GBP £250,000 raise
Health Technologies

Gym app SPORTL launches in London after GBP £250,000 raise

Gym booking app SPORTL launches in London after GBP £250,000 pre-seed, offering pay-as-you-train access at 50 studios with no memberships.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 5 min read • Wed, 11th Mar 2026
Lessons from IIIT-B: Building an ecosystem where women thrive, not just survive
EduTech

Lessons from IIIT-B: Building an ecosystem where women thrive, not just survive

IIIT-Bangalore's gender-equal campus shows how thoughtful policy and support can help women in tech thrive, on campus and beyond.

By Meenakshi D'Souza • 3 min read • Fri, 6th Mar 2026
Google reveals Canada's hottest 2025 searches from sport to politics
Sports

Google reveals Canada's hottest 2025 searches from sport to politics

Google's 2025 Canadian search trends highlight the Blue Jays' World Series run, major political shifts, and cultural moments shaping the nation's year.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 5th Dec 2025
Max Klymenko wins top RØDE award as creator of the year
Gaming

Max Klymenko wins top RØDE award as creator of the year

Max Klymenko, a UK creator, won the RØDE Creator of the Year Award and USD $25,000 for his popular Career Ladder series educating Gen Z audiences.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Nov 2025
Revolut to become title partner for Audi F1 team from 2026
Fintech

Revolut to become title partner for Audi F1 team from 2026

Revolut will be the title partner of Audi's new Formula 1 team starting in 2026, integrating fintech innovations in motorsport and fan engagement.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 31st Jul 2025
Liveheats secures AUD $1.3m to boost global sports platform
Data Analytics

Liveheats secures AUD $1.3m to boost global sports platform

Liveheats secures AUD $1.3m seed funding to expand its digital scoring platform for action sports globally, aiming to boost events and athlete performance.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 28th May 2025
LG partners with Red Sox for major Fenway Park display upgrade
Digital Signage

LG partners with Red Sox for major Fenway Park display upgrade

LG Electronics has partnered with the Boston Red Sox to upgrade Fenway Park's displays, enhancing the fan experience with advanced LED technology.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 8th Apr 2025
Rahul Dravid named cultural ambassador for Hexaware
Unified Communications

Rahul Dravid named cultural ambassador for Hexaware

Cricket legend Rahul Dravid has been named cultural ambassador for Hexaware Technologies, aiming to inspire its global workforce through his renowned leadership.

By Melvin Hipolito • 2 min read • Tue, 25th Mar 2025
Mate partners with beIN to offer free sports access
Unified Communications

Mate partners with beIN to offer free sports access

MATE has partnered with beIN SPORTS, offering new subscribers complimentary access to global sports content without added costs, just ahead of the Carabao Cup Final.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Thu, 13th Mar 2025
Hexaware teams up with San Francisco Unicorns in cricket
Digital Transformation

Hexaware teams up with San Francisco Unicorns in cricket

Hexaware Technologies has teamed up with San Francisco Unicorns to enhance fan engagement through digital innovation ahead of the 2026 cricket season.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 12th Mar 2025