GSIC Summit brings together the sports and innovation industry in Madrid
The GSIC Summit 2023 successfully united leaders and experts from the global sports and technology industries, fostering a dynamic collaboration between these two sectors. Hosted in Madrid through the partnership of the Global Sports Innovation Center and Microsoft, the fifth edition of the conference attracted over 250 attendees from 31 countries.
The event served as a platform for individuals to forge connections and drive innovation in sports through technology. With an impressive guest list encompassing organizations like the European Space Agency and international government representatives, the summit truly represented diverse participants.
Some of the biggest names and entities in the sector, such as LaLiga, Real Madrid, the US Soccer Federation, the Power League, the Global Esports Federation, the European Space Agency, as well as several Spanish sports federations and government organizations from Singapore, Andorra, and Indonesia, attended the Summit and contributed this year's main theme: "Technological innovation in the era of web 3, and immersive experiences". In this exciting pairing of disciplines, the latest advances in technology and their application in the field of sports were discussed.
Once again, the GSIC Summit 2023 offered a unique platform to explore the latest trends and innovations in the sports and technology industry, network with professionals from around the world, and become part of the conversations that will shape the future of sports.
This benchmark event in the industry of technological innovation in sports brings together professionals, entrepreneurs, investors and enthusiasts from all over the world. Join us and be part of the conversation as we shape the future of sport.
Message from GSIC Summit main partner, ORION Innovation
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Winners GameTech Challenge by Kaizen Gaming are announced
On May 9, the final pitch of GameTech Challenge by Kaizen Gaming and GSIC powered by Microsoft took place, and the professional jury evaluated all the presentations of the finalist.
We congratulate the winners of the Kaizen Gaming GameTech Innovation Challenge:
– StreamLayer (USA): a venture-backed company focused on audience engagement and monetization around live streamed / OTT sports events and related content.
– ReSpo.Vision (Poland): they use advanced AI algorithms (including computer vision, machine learning, and deep learning) to capture the 3D positions of the ball and 50+ body parts of each player in a real game in a 3D environment.
– Fanprime (France): software that helps brands to gamify user journeys of their communities: customers, employees, followers, or Web3 adopters.
We would like to thank of the finalists for their brilliant presentations during the online pitch that was driven earlier this week and all the professional jury members for their helpful insights on the evaluation of the projects!
And from May 29 to 31, all the winners were invited to attend an Immersion Week at Kaizen's HQ in Athens, where they could meet with the company's executives, learn more about Kaizen, and have special sessions with Microsoft and Microsoft for Startups.
10 winners for International Sports Groundbreakers Challenge by Sport Singapore and GSIC powered by Microsoft
On May 8, the GSIC powered by Microsoft and Sport Singapore announced the winners of the International Sports Groundbreakers Challenge. This comes following 2 months of rigorous assessments of more than 75 applications from 25 countries including Singapore, the United States of America, Australia, Spain, and Israel.
Launched in November 2022, the challenge was a public call for companies to develop innovative solutions in response to a set of 49 problem statements aggregated from various sports organizations that address challenges around sports innovation. Open to participants across all industries, the challenge sought to encourage cross-industry and cross-border collaboration while enabling start-ups to work alongside tech giants of the industry.
Earlier last month, 15 selected companies attended the final pitch at the online session at which a jury of sports industry professionals, representing organizations such as Microsoft, Sport Singapore, FIFA, LaLiga, Real Madrid C.F., Singapore Cycling Federation, ONE, Evolve MMA, Kallang Alive Sport Management Co Pte. Ltd., and Atletico de Madrid Foundation conducted their evaluations.
Future of Sport – Global Sports Week Paris + VIVA Tech – June 14-17, 2023
In June 2023, GSWParis will be back for its 4th edition, in association with Viva Technology, Europe’s largest startup and tech event.
From June 14th-17th, at Porte de Versailles in Paris, Future of Sport will bring together all the key players of sports positive transformation, with the major leaders in innovation, tech and business, in a dedicated space of over 9000 sqm.
NBPA Performance Summit – Fuengirola, July 18-20, 2023
The two-day event will run from July 18-20th and will explore the latest developments and advantages in the sports performance and tech space. Attendees will have the opportunity to participate in expert-led workshops, attend interactive demonstrations, and engage in thought-provoking discussions with fellow thought leaders and athletes.
World Football Summit Sevilla – September 20-21, 2023
World Football Summit Europe is our flagship event where the most influential community in football gathers to shape the future of the game. This event has evolved from an annual gathering in Madrid to the most influential event where the industry’s decision-makers meet to generate new business opportunities and shape the future of the game.
Stadium as a Service: Leveraging Technology to Attract the New Generation of Digital Native Fans
In our post covid world, fans have flocked back to stadiums and revenues have bounced back to pre-pandemic levels. However, some of the cultural shifts of the last few decades were accelerated during the pandemic. With ticket prices increasing, the affordability of home entertainment systems, and easy access to information on mobile devices, live entertainment has a lot of competition.
SKIDATA will be providing the latest access control technology for Qatar GP in October.
Starting on 5 March with the Bahrain Grand Prix, the 2023 F1 season will see the return of the Qatar Grand Prix in October while a new Saturday night race in Las Vegas will be the penultimate round on 18 November. The season will finish with the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix on 26 November.
Real Madrid is the world's most valuable football club according to Forbes
For the second consecutive year, Real Madrid is the most valuable football club in the world with a value of 6.070 billion dollars, according to Forbes.
This prestigious publication states in its report that our club has achieved a 19% increase in value compared to last year. It also highlights the revenues generated by Real Madrid as a result of its sporting successes, such as winning five of the last nine Champions League finals, and the partnership signed with Sixth Street and Legends for the exploitation of the Santiago Bernabeu stadium.
The GSIC is continuing to work on its expansion to Asia. New members are joining the center each month to add value to the ecosystem and to open new opportunities for our members on other continents.
The new CEO of Sport Singapore, Alan Goh, attends GSIC Summit in Madrid
The delegation from Sport Singapore, led by their new CEO, Alan Goh, visited Madrid this month to attend GSIC Summit 2023, have bilateral meetings with European sports tech industry stakeholders, and visit some of the emblematic facilities such as Real Madrid's Valdebebas training center, Santiago Bernabeu Stadium, ECS LaLiga & NBA, among others.
During the Summit, CEO Alan participated in the panel discussion "Shaping the Future of Sports: Industry Development Conversation" together with Sebastian Lancestremere, GSIC'S President and Sports Industry Managing Director at Microsoft.
The Governor of Victoria visits GSIC APAC to learn more about the center and discover collaboration opportunities
On May 12, the GSIC powered by Microsoft APAC office received a visit of the esteemed delegation from the State of Victoria, led by Her Excellency, the Honorable Linda Dessau, AC CVO, Governor of Victoria.
Victoria, known as the sporting capital of Australia, boasts a rich tapestry of world-class sporting events, including the Formula One Grand Prix, the Australian Open Tennis, and the AFL Grand Final. The success of these events is underpinned by a thriving sports ecosystem encompassing stadium and precinct design, sports science, data analytics, event management, and digital transformation.
Looking ahead, we are excited about the prospects of fruitful collaborations and partnerships that may arise from this visit. Together, we can forge new paths, leverage technology, and advance the sports industry to the next level.
Sponsorship Working Group APAC – May 18
On May 18, the GSIC continues to provide insightful activities for its members in APAC, and the Sponsorship Working Group is one of them.
The first gathering of some of the WG participants was led by Andy Stalman, Co-founder and CEO of TOTEM Branding, a world-class branding expert, who delivered a dynamic and fruitful session on How sustainability is changing consumer and investor preferences, as well as discussing how can sports organizations drive carbon-reducing action and make real and lasting societal impacts while growing their audience.
Asia Tech x Singapore (ATxSG) is Asia’s flagship tech event where technology intersects with society and the digital economy.
Organised by the Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA) and Informa Tech, and supported by the Singapore Tourism Board (STB), ATxSG drives conversations only possible in Singapore across business, tech, and government.
Firmly established as the singular agenda-setting event for Australia’s Sport industry, the Business of Sport Summit will be returning in June 2023 with renewed ambition to maximise growth for the season ahead.
Fans are returning with a revitalised energy, eager with anticipation, dedicated to seeing through the next era in sport. The Business of Sport Summit presents an unrivalled opportunity for the nation’s Sport leaders to connect, combat shared challenges, and leverage the opportunities this time in history presents.
Sponix scores personalised advertising first in international break
Designed, managed, and implemented from Sponix’s Doha office, SPBoard tech didn’t need to use OB vans, any access to the site or any part of production. It overlaid feeds for right holders in South America to position their brands across different regions more strategically, showing different pitchside advertising to that shown in Europe.
EliteFit.AI is now part of the exclusive league of IMDA SPARK approved companies
EliteFit.AI is a Singaporean B2B2C startup enabler between companies, end-users and the growing demand for virtual personal training solutions. Through the clever use of computer vision to track an individual’s personal training, it provides real-time prescriptive feedback and accuracy scoring on end-users' posture and technique – all without the need for special wearables or equipment.
Fanera showcased its platform at Leap in KSA, a conference focused on innovation in sports
With over 30 million football fans in the country and 100% internet penetration, KSA presents a huge opportunity for Fanera to provide the first singular social network for fans. We met with potential partners, including clubs and investors, who were impressed with our vision.
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