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A great article about your trip Professor Sarah Kelly OAM! It makes me excited to think about the role of stadiums. I’m involved with and am seeing startups with digital experiences that flow into the in-stadium experience, and all the way down to grassroots sports. Prediction: The next frontier will be digitally connected pre-and-post sporting event experiences as well. By the time 2032 comes around, peoples minds will surely be blown away. From improved language connectivity for federations and major events with fans, to new impactful options when betting on matches, improving sports career pathways, advanced grassroots and semi-pro player scouting insights, fan+club buy-in models and tokens, digital fan rewards for attending sport seasons and stadiums, all the way up to smart funding methods for stadium improvements…It’s already starting to get worked on and released into the world in 2023 (8.5yrs out). In my neutral opinion, some of these new connected innovations on top of Techno-Spectacles we are starting to see would dramatically improve for instance the Gabba process, and community buy-in for the Olympics, thats for sure. Excited to read your Part 2! 👏

Accedo.tv & partners pushing the boundaries! Make sure to NOT miss out on a major announcement next week at #AWE2024!! Come join us at these two sessions: 1. Tuesday, June 18, 9:30am, Main Stage ***Creating the Immersive Future*** Alex Katouzian and Said Bakadir will share exciting announcements about how Qualcomm Snapdragon is fortifying the ecosystem with strategic partnerships and more! 2. Wednesday, June 19, 12:50pm, Main Stage ***From Vision to Reality: Accelerating XR Sports Services Worldwide*** Following the Tuesday announcement - I'll have the opportunity to speak with my partners Patrick (Qualcomm) & Johannes (HBS) about our joint mission and share the stage with our special guest Michael Conley, CIO and Executive Vice President of the Cleveland Cavaliers. **Gain exclusive insights into the vision and go-to-market strategy from an executive of one of the world's most advanced sports teams. This discussion will also highlight the essential elements required for decision-makers to validate and build compelling business cases for XR sports services. **Discover how a collaborative Alliance connecting and empowering a global network of key stakeholders, including sports rights owners, rights holders, telco operators, and OEMs, can accelerate the commercialization of XR sports services for the mass market. Can't wait to share all this with our global #XR community. Sylvain Lebreton José Somolinos #AccedoTV #Xtend #spatialcomputing

The #Olympics are an event like no other with #Paris2024 promising to be magical and one to remember. This is the first regular Summer Games following the pandemic and the rescheduled Tokyo 2020 event. Plans have been in place for this one since Paris was awarded the event in 2017. It is no surprise to see an extraordinary depth of preparation for this edition as a result. A huge amount of consideration and planning has gone into managing all possible scenarios that might occur, from technical problems (the IOC says the Cloudstrike outage last week was “quite a good rehearsal”), to security problems, weather issues, and more. The Games might have been awarded in 2017, but the plans stretch further back than that and have no doubt had to evolve significantly as technology and audience demands have changed. It promises to be a showcase of content and the power of connectivity, leveraging the allure of live sport to reach audiences worldwide. I’m looking forward to attending and witnessing the event in person, as well as watching it at home as a fan across different screens and engaging on social media. If all goes to plan it will be a fabulous two weeks of sporting entertainment. More here with some of the technological advancements we will see on three aspects of Paris 2024: its TV Production, Connectivity, and Distribution (for clients). 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eviUFp98 #streaming #sportsbiz #sportsbusiness #sportstech #sportstechnology #streamingvideo #livesports #5G #fibre #satellite #media #broadcast #tech #technology #sportsbroadcasting #4G #uhd #sportsindustry #fanengagement #sportsmarketing #SportsBrand #Sponsorship #brandengagement #brandvalue #connectivity #liveproduction #telco #innovation AMC Networks, Apple, BBC, Comcast, IMAX, Intel Corporation, International Olympic Committee – IOC, NBCUniversal, Olympic Broadcasting Services, Orange, Peacock, Samsung Electronics, Telemundo 52, Warner Bros. Discovery

In the bustling offices of Fujitsu Japan, something exciting is unfolding. Our dedicated eSports room isn't just a space for gaming; it's a hub of community, skill development, and inclusivity. Our eSports club, with over 600 members, has become a cornerstone of our office culture. These gaming enthusiasts aren’t just playing; they’re winning competitions and representing Fujitsu on multiple stages. But their impact goes beyond trophies and accolades. Esports at Fujitsu has evolved into a powerful communication tool, bridging gaps within our internal community and extending its reach externally. It's more than just a game; it's a platform for connection and collaboration. Through eSports, we're tackling important themes like diversity, equity, and inclusion. This initiative has become a channel to engage diverse groups, foster understanding, and create an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued. The club has been instrumental in building relationships within and outside Fujitsu. Through shared interests and friendly competition, employees form bonds that transcend the conventional office dynamic. Fujitsu's eSports club is a testament to the power of gaming in bringing people together and driving positive change. It’s a blend of fun, competition, and social impact, showcasing how a shared passion can unite and empower a community. Now, I really really need to go there... for a work trip, of course!! #eSports #TeamBuilding #DiversityAndInclusion #FujitsuCulture #GamingForGood #gaming #lifeatfujitsu

PAX (followed by #XDS) A-hoy!! It’s been quite the event season (#Gamescom was epic) and we now look to conclude this year’s larger-scale travels with a trip across the Atlantic to Pax West, in Seattle and XDS in Vancouver. PAX West has always been a hub of creativity, innovation, and networking opportunities, and I'm on a mission to make the most out of this years event. CSO, Viki and I will be repping PAX. My goal? To connect with you like-minded individuals who share my love for business, games, and to try and engage with the local studios that are driving the future of our sector right there in the events backyard. Whether it's exchanging ideas about game strat, discussing the latest trends in the industry, or simply sharing our favourite sector moments, I believe that events like PAX West provide us with a platform to learn, collaborate, and inspire each other. If you're attending PAX West or XDS and are interested in connecting, feel free to reach out to me here or drop me a message. Let's make the most of this opportunity to forge new connections, spark exciting discussions, and hopefully lay the foundation for future collaborations. Together, we can continue to push the boundaries of what gaming can achieve! #PAXWest #Gamedev #GameDevelopment #Networking #GamingCommunity #XDS

The PGA Championship has come and gone but I still am in awe of how T-Mobile leveraged 5G and network slicing for an elevated fan experience. 🙌   Thanks to T-Mobile For Business and PGA of America's partnership we were able to work closely with PGA to incorporate meaningful 5G Advanced Network Solutions (5G ANS). - CBS Sports Broadcast incorporated 5G connected cameras for the ultimate view of the iconic Hole 13. - Unique look of the practice range thanks to 5G PoV cameras and ability to support loads of data for remote production and worldwide broadcasting.   Similar to what we showcased at Las Vegas Grand Prix, network slicing ensures capacity is no issue when it comes to mission critical operations at heavily attended events. With our 5G network slice, we... - Powered 270 point of sales terminals, 130 ticket scanners equaling 175 GB of data. - Enabled photographers to send high-quality images to their team in lieu of physical memory cards. - Ensured real-time communication via push-to-talk services for PGA team on the ground had zero interruptions. - Powered crowd monitoring solution to help keep the event safe and identify missing people on the course.   This is just one example of how game changing 5G innovation is at live events. We've merely scratched the surface with what's possible and I can't wait to share even more as we continue this exciting journey. 👏👏 https://lnkd.in/gh2BG6QU

Yesterday was the electrifying grand final of a record-breaking Six Invitational in São Paulo. Working with our colleagues and friends at Ubisoft on the biggest event in the BLAST Rainbow Six calendar, we achieved: - Over 9,000 tickets sold and fans in the arena per day - nearly 30,000 in total over the weekend - Record-breaking viewership of over half a million peak viewers, from all over the world - a 65% increase on the previous record of 300k - Economic impacts of over $12M for the city of São Paulo - 7 commercial partners including JBL, Lenovo, Intel, Eureka Ergonomics, Kingston Technology, CTRL, and Aura - An immeasurable atmosphere and experience! It's always impressive seeing how each BLAST event is unique, tailored to the market and community, and drives hugely impressive quantifiable (and some less quantifiable!) impacts. This event truly showed what esports is and can be, with one of the loudest and most passionate crowds I've ever seen at any live entertainment event. Next up... - Manchester - Montréal  - US - Many more exciting global markets 🌍👀 #esports #esportsindustry #destinations #destinationmarketing

Check out this new white paper from Smart Brief on how venues are using Verizon Business to elevate the guest experience! Link is in the comments! "Today’s technological advancements have drastically changed the way fans experience live events in stadiums, arenas and music venues. Innovations like crowd analytics, accelerated access and cashierless checkout not only increase engagement and convenience for consumers, but also empower venue staff to streamline operations and more effectively provide on-site security". #verizonbusiness #privatewireless #venues #verizon #5G

🏟️ Elevate Your Stadium's Digital Transformation with JT Tech! 🚀 Explore the game-changing role of JT Tech's solutions in stadium digital transformation. Discover how innovation is reshaping fan experiences and operations. 🙌 Don't miss our latest blog post detailing the importance of digital transformation in stadiums and why JT Tech leads the way. https://lnkd.in/d2pu64FJ #ITservices #ITConsulting #DigitalTransformation #Stadiums #Technology #TechUpdates

📱🌍⚽ It's almost impossible not to share the epic moments with your family & friends when you are enjoying games in stadiums. 😫 However, network will face huge challenges in this high-density scenario. Read how Estadio Monumental, the stadium witnessed countless glorious moments, has solved this problem and taken itself one step further from its glittering history with #Huawei Wi-Fi 6. 😊🙌🤝 https://lnkd.in/gpKzvHAb 👀 Stay tuned with #HNS2023 Cancun for more successful business practices in LATAM ➡ https://lnkd.in/gZgT7u47 #IPonEverything