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X-League golf finals unite Aussies & Kiwis with tech & team spirit
eSports

X-League golf finals unite Aussies & Kiwis with tech & team spirit

Nine teams from across Australia and New Zealand will compete in Melbourne for X-Golf's tech-driven X-League championship, blending golf with advanced simulator technology.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 11th Aug 2025
Alibaba Cloud to power digital services at Dakar 2026 Games
Artificial Intelligence

Alibaba Cloud to power digital services at Dakar 2026 Games

Alibaba Cloud will provide digital infrastructure for the 2026 Summer Youth Olympic Games in Dakar, the first Olympic event hosted in Africa.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 3 min read • Thu, 7th Aug 2025
World Aquatics to migrate core systems to Alibaba Cloud by 2028
Data Analytics

World Aquatics to migrate core systems to Alibaba Cloud by 2028

World Aquatics will fully migrate its core systems to Alibaba Cloud by 2028, enhancing digital services for international aquatic sports events and communities.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 30th Jul 2025
McLaren Racing, Freshworks partner to streamline IT for 2025
Enterprise Resource Planning

McLaren Racing, Freshworks partner to streamline IT for 2025

McLaren Racing partners with Freshworks to adopt AI-powered IT solutions, enhancing global IT efficiency for the 2025 Formula 1 season and beyond.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 3 min read • Sat, 26th Jul 2025
Wearable tech brings lab-grade biomechanics to trails
Health Technologies

Wearable tech brings lab-grade biomechanics to trails

Smart socks and GPS from Danu Sports are helping University of Queensland researchers bring lab-grade biomechanics to Brisbane's trails.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Tue, 8th Jul 2025
MoveAhead uses mobile games to get Australian kids active
Gaming

MoveAhead uses mobile games to get Australian kids active

Irish start-up MoveAhead is using motion-tracking mobile games to get Australian kids off the couch and building basic movement skills.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 3rd Jul 2025
AI transforms sports engagement as fans seek personalisation
Surveillance

AI transforms sports engagement as fans seek personalisation

AI reshapes sports fandom, with 54% preferring AI tools for info and 67% seeking a single platform for personalised, interactive experiences.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Tue, 1st Jul 2025
Oracle Red Bull Racing adopts cloud suite to boost F1 operations
Digital Transformation

Oracle Red Bull Racing adopts cloud suite to boost F1 operations

Oracle Red Bull Racing is adopting Oracle Fusion Cloud Applications to enhance finance, HR and customer operations, boosting efficiency under F1's strict cost cap.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 3 min read • Fri, 27th Jun 2025
Meta & Oakley launch AI sports glasses from USD $399
AI Agents

Meta & Oakley launch AI sports glasses from USD $399

Meta and Oakley launch AI-powered sports glasses starting at USD $399, featuring a 3K camera, AI assistant, and water resistance for athletes worldwide.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 24th Jun 2025
Hisense to stream FIFA Club World Cup 2025 free on smart TVs
Digital Entertainment

Hisense to stream FIFA Club World Cup 2025 free on smart TVs

Hisense will stream all FIFA Club World Cup 2025 matches free on its and Toshiba smart TVs via DAZN, enhancing global sports viewing with interactive features.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Thu, 19th Jun 2025
Rugby Australia launches digital ticketing for Lions Tour 2025
Sports Technology

Rugby Australia launches digital ticketing for Lions Tour 2025

Rugby Australia will use Tixserve's digital-only ticketing for the 2025 British and Irish Lions Tour, enhancing fan experience with secure, app-based tickets.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Thu, 12th Jun 2025
Apple unveils watchOS 26 with new design & smart features
Wearables

Apple unveils watchOS 26 with new design & smart features

Apple unveils watchOS 26 with a fresh Liquid Glass design, Workout Buddy and smarter features for a personalised, motivating Apple Watch experience.

By Melvin Hipolito • 5 min read • Tue, 10th Jun 2025

Stories from Other Regions

Sports Technology (SportsTech) stories

Huawei Watch GT 5 Series launches in Australia, from AUD $289
Wearables

Huawei Watch GT 5 Series launches in Australia, from AUD $289

Huawei's Watch GT 5 Series launches in Australia from AUD $289, offering up to 14 days battery, advanced health tracking, and rugged design features.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 11th Jul 2025
Oakley Meta HSTN glasses launch with AI, camera & open-ear audio
Wearables

Oakley Meta HSTN glasses launch with AI, camera & open-ear audio

Oakley Meta HSTN glasses combine AI, Ultra HD 3K camera, open-ear audio, and PRIZM lenses for athletes and fans in a bold, tech-savvy wearable.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 9th Jul 2025
Wasabi partners with USA Rugby, expanding cloud in sports market
Storage

Wasabi partners with USA Rugby, expanding cloud in sports market

Wasabi Technologies is now the Official Cloud Storage Partner of USA Rugby, with branding on national team jerseys through 2025, expanding its sports market presence.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 25th Jun 2025
San Jose Sharks turn to AI partners to revolutionise hockey tactics
Artificial Intelligence

San Jose Sharks turn to AI partners to revolutionise hockey tactics

The San Jose Sharks partner with Cambridge Consultants and Sportsology to integrate AI in hockey coaching, aiming to revolutionise tactics with data-driven insights.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Tue, 24th Jun 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
Acronis partners with Adelaide Crows to boost cyber security
Data Protection

Acronis partners with Adelaide Crows to boost cyber security

Acronis partners with Adelaide Crows to deliver cyber protection for three AFL seasons, enhancing the club's data security in a digital era.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 21st May 2025