Media & Technology

Insider Sport news and analysis relating to media rights and developments in technology within the sports sector.

IMG Arena: “The American sports fan is one of the most...

In an interview with SBCAmericas, Brian Clayton, IMG Arena Sales Director North America, discussed why live streaming is vital when it comes to maximising engagement amongst sports...

BBC strengthens sports portfolio with Rugby World Cup radio rights

BBC has expanded its sports streaming portfolio, with the acquisition of exclusive radio commentary rights to the 2019 Rugby World Cup in Japan. It means...

Genius Sports strengthens basketball strategy with Romain Vez appointment

Genius Sports has strengthened its senior sports team, with the appointment of Romain Vez to lead its global basketball strategy.Vez will be responsible for...

Sportitalia deepens commitment to data led content with Sportradar extension

Italian television outlet, Sportitalia has extended its partnership with Sportradar, in a deal that will see the broadcaster benefit from an enhanced content offering...

The FA Cup set to head back to BBC and ITV

According to a report by The Times, from the start of the 2021 season the FA Cup is set to be aired on ITV.The...

ESPN partners with Caesars Entertainment for new sports betting content

Seeking to elevate its levels of fan engagement, ESPN has partnered with Caesars Entertainment to bring the best in sports betting news and entertainment...

Eleven sports nets MLS rights in Belgium and Luxembourg

Eleven Sports has strengthened its portfolio of football rights in Belgium and Luxembourg with the acquisition of exclusive live coverage of Major League Soccer (MLS).The agreement,...

DAZN makes official Brazilian entry

Making its first official entry into the South American market, DAZN has has announced its launch in Brazil.The launch is long awaited, with DAZN already engaging...

talkSPORT nets broadcasting rights for the 2019 FIFA Women’s World Cup

The radio broadcasting rights of the 2019 FIFA Women’s World Cup have been won by talkSPORT, including live coverage of every single England and Scotland game during the...

SIS could appeal ARC High Court dispute over data rights

The High Court case over a data rights dispute between Sports Information Services (SIS) and Arena Racing Company’s (ARC) Raceday Data, has come to...