Lew Sherr named Mets president of business operations
Steve Cohen didn’t need to look far to find the Mets’ next President of Business Operations: just across the street from Citi Field.
Cybersecurity study reveals data security lapses among AI leaders
As companies continue to experiment with and adopt generative artificial intelligence technology, data security should be an essential consideration in the tool or partner selection process. This is particularly true in the sports industry, where internal processes and public-facing applications are...
Beyond Sports unveils new AI commentary system for tennis
Beyond Sports has unveiled a new AI commentary system specific to the sport of tennis. The system leverages predictive models -- e.g., win probability -- that the company has developed to inform automated commentary that’s tone is flexible to specific moments within a match.
MSE, DXC Technology expand tech partnership
Monumental Sports & Entertainment and DXC Technology are extending their six-year-old tech partnership on a multiyear basis and plan to expand its scope in light of MSE’s ongoing, $800M transformation of Capital One Arena.
Psycho Bunny inks partnership with Andy Roddick
Apparel brand Psycho Bunny has announced a multiyear partnership with former World No. 1 tennis player Andy Roddick, who will advise on Psycho Bunny’s expanding presence in tennis. That includes recent player deals with Alexei Popyrin and Arthur Rinderknech, as well as sponsorship of the National Ba...
Winners of the 2025 Sports Business Awards
The 18th annual Sports Business Awards were celebrated Wednesday night in N.Y.
Nielsen’s Gracenote launches new sports content aggregation service for automakers
Gracenote, the Nielsen subsidiary dedicated to entertainment data aggregation, is launching a new sports service called Nexus Auto that will allow drivers to curate custom sports audio, video and statistical dashboards on their vehicle displays.
Laver Cup to return to London’s O2 Arena in 2026
Laver Cup, the team-based tennis tournament owned and operated by Roger Federer‘s Team8 investment vehicle, has confirmed The O2 Arena in London as its host site in 2026. That edition will mark the event’s ninth since launching in 2017 and first time returning to a city and venue that has previously...
NBA super agent David Falk’s advice for sports execs: ‘Feel the future’
Donning a pair of Air Jordan 11s, FAME founder and former NBA super agent David Falk took the stage at SBJ’s 4se conference in Manhattan on Tuesday for a no-holds barred question-and-answer session that touched on everything from his days representing NBA legends such as Michael Jordan, Allen Iverso...
Toca Football raises $35 million, extends long-term partnership with MLS
Less than a year after raising a $100M Series F, tech-infused soccer facilities company Toca Football has secured an additional $35M in funding and extended its existing partnership with MLS through 2036.