Licensing (Sports)

Genius Sports Announces Pricing of Secondary Offering by Selling Shareholder

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Thursday, September 14, 2023

The underwriter will have a 30-day option to purchase up to an additional 3,000,000 ordinary shares from the Selling Shareholder.

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  • The underwriter will have a 30-day option to purchase up to an additional 3,000,000 ordinary shares from the Selling Shareholder.
  • The Company will not receive any of the proceeds from the sale of ordinary shares offered by the Selling Shareholder.
  • In addition, none of Genius’ officers or directors are selling any ordinary shares owned by them in the offering.
  • Before you invest, you should read the prospectus in that registration statement and other documents Genius Sports has filed with the SEC for more complete information about Genius Sports and this offering.

Golf’s Most Influential Digital Media Personality Paige Spiranac Announces Partnership With JETFUEL Energy

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Tuesday, September 12, 2023

JETFUEL, the new performance energy drink brand with a designed formula to deliver smooth energy and enhanced focus, announced today a partnership with Paige Spiranac, golf’s most influential digital media personality.

Key Points: 
  • JETFUEL, the new performance energy drink brand with a designed formula to deliver smooth energy and enhanced focus, announced today a partnership with Paige Spiranac, golf’s most influential digital media personality.
  • Now exclusively available in over 700 Vitamin Shoppe locations around the country, JETFUEL has launched three new flavors and will collaborate with Spiranac across various marketing and social media initiatives.
  • “This partnership is a true testament of how well JETFUEL works to accurately fuel my energy,” said Spiranac.
  • JETFUEL Chairman & CEO Charles Moser announced the launch, stating, “We are proud and excited to announce our partnership with Paige.

Manchester United Signs Front of Shirt Partner

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Tuesday, September 12, 2023

Manchester United plc (NYSE: MANU), has agreed to an expanded strategic collaboration with Qualcomm Technologies, Inc., that will see the Snapdragon® brand displayed on the front of the club’s famous shirt.

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  • Manchester United plc (NYSE: MANU), has agreed to an expanded strategic collaboration with Qualcomm Technologies, Inc., that will see the Snapdragon® brand displayed on the front of the club’s famous shirt.
  • Qualcomm Technologies is already a global partner of Manchester United, promoting its Snapdragon brand.
  • Snapdragon processors power premium products from the world's biggest brands across smartphones, PCs, extended reality glasses, gaming devices, wearables, and connected cars.
  • Under the expanded agreement, Snapdragon will become Manchester United’s front of shirt partner from the start of the 2024/25 season, featuring on the home, away and third kits of the men’s and women’s teams.

The Marygold Companies’ Subsidiary, Original Sprout, Launches New Coastal Collection as Sponsor of the World Surf League’s Rip Curl WSL Finals and The Original Sprout Malibu Longboard World Championships Events

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Thursday, September 7, 2023

“As surfing enthusiasts and stewards of the environment, Original Sprout and the WSL align closely in dedication to preserving our oceans,” said Michael Ambacher, General Manager of Original Sprout.

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  • “As surfing enthusiasts and stewards of the environment, Original Sprout and the WSL align closely in dedication to preserving our oceans,” said Michael Ambacher, General Manager of Original Sprout.
  • To mark this occasion, Original Sprout will launch its new Coastal Collection, a line of 100% recycled ocean-bound plastic bottles, housing products that are vegan, cruelty-free, and fragrance-free.
  • Original Sprout’s dedication is an inspiration throughout our organization.”
    “We are excited to partner with Original Sprout, a company headquartered in San Clemente, around this year's Rip Curl WSL Finals and as the Title partner of the Original Sprout Malibu Championships.
  • Our community is going to love their new Coastal Collection and their commitment to recycling ocean plastics,” said Cherie Cohen, Chief Revenue Officer, WSL.

AI Innovator ABBYY Joins Arsenal Women as Its First Official Intelligent Automation Partner

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Thursday, September 7, 2023

ABBYY, the leader in intelligent automation, joins the Arsenal family becoming the Official Intelligent Automation Partner of Arsenal Women .

Key Points: 
  • ABBYY, the leader in intelligent automation, joins the Arsenal family becoming the Official Intelligent Automation Partner of Arsenal Women .
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230907238433/en/
    Ulf Persson, CEO of ABBYY (left) and Juliet Slot, Arsenal’s Chief Commercial Officer (right) announce ABBYY as the Official Intelligent Automation Partner of Arsenal Women.
  • As the Official Intelligent Automation Partner of Arsenal Women, ABBYY will continue to work together with Arsenal to implement AI solutions across the club to streamline and optimize tasks such as document processing.
  • Juliet Slot, Arsenal’s Chief Commercial Officer, commented: “We're delighted to announce ABBYY as the latest partner of Arsenal Women.

Relo Metrics Launches Sponsorship Performance Data of NFL Games on Snowflake Marketplace

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Wednesday, September 6, 2023

Relo Metrics , the leading AI-powered sponsorship analytics platform for real-time data decisions, announced that it has launched datasets for the 2022-2023 NFL Season on Snowflake Marketplace .

Key Points: 
  • Relo Metrics , the leading AI-powered sponsorship analytics platform for real-time data decisions, announced that it has launched datasets for the 2022-2023 NFL Season on Snowflake Marketplace .
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230906849135/en/
    Relo Metrics has launched datasets for the 2022-2023 NFL Season on Snowflake Marketplace.
  • “The availability of data on sponsor performance of NFL games on Snowflake Marketplace in partnership with Relo Metrics is a vital tool supporting the growth of our joint customer’s business with rich data insights.”
    Snowflake Marketplace is powered by Snowflake’s ground-breaking cross-cloud technology, Snowgrid , allowing companies direct access to raw data products and the ability to leverage data, data services, and applications quickly, securely, and cost-effectively.
  • To learn more about Snowflake Marketplace and how to find, try and buy the data, data services, and applications needed for innovative business solutions, click here .

Minnesota Vikings Partner with Zebra to Gain Real-Time Insights on Player Performance

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Wednesday, September 6, 2023

Zebra is applying its best-in-class RFID tracking technology to capture player and ball data for each of the Vikings’ practice sessions this season, uncovering insights that inform game plans, evaluate player performance, and contextualize player health and safety.

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  • Zebra is applying its best-in-class RFID tracking technology to capture player and ball data for each of the Vikings’ practice sessions this season, uncovering insights that inform game plans, evaluate player performance, and contextualize player health and safety.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230906451144/en/
    Minnesota Vikings Choose Zebra Technologies to Gain Real-Time Insights on Player Performance (Graphic: Business Wire)
    “We’re always looking for new, innovative tools that prepare our players to be their best on game day,” said Tyler Williams, Vice President, Player Health & Performance, Minnesota Vikings.
  • “Zebra’s tracking solution provides us with the information we need to make educated decisions about on-field performance, player workloads and return-to-play decisions.
  • The Minnesota Vikings have selected the Zebra MotionWorks™ Sport system to capture player and ball data during practice sessions this season.

Goldman Sachs Teams up with College Football Stars in NIL Ad to Support Small Business

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Tuesday, September 5, 2023

The ad features the competitors coming together to call on Congress to reauthorize the Small Business Administration (SBA) and suggests that both kickers and small businesses are under-appreciated, yet essential, for success.

Key Points: 
  • The ad features the competitors coming together to call on Congress to reauthorize the Small Business Administration (SBA) and suggests that both kickers and small businesses are under-appreciated, yet essential, for success.
  • “Supporting small business is something we should be able to agree on, Republicans and Democrats, Longhorns and Crimson Tide fans,” said Kristen Heaney Clark, Founder of Yard Bar in Austin, TX and member of Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses Voices.
  • According to a 2023 survey by Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses Voices, 70% of small business owners gave the federal government a C-grade or below for the effectiveness of programs, services, and tax credits available to small businesses.
  • Earlier this year, Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses Voices and the Bipartisan Policy Center released a policy report with recommendations to modernize the SBA for the small businesses of today.

Super Group’s Betway becomes Global Betting Partner of Arsenal

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Friday, September 1, 2023

Super Group (SGHC) Limited (NYSE: SGHC), the parent company of Betway, a leading online sports betting and gaming business and Spin, the multi-brand online casino, today announced that Betway has become the Official Global Betting Partner of English Premier League club, Arsenal men’s team.

Key Points: 
  • Super Group (SGHC) Limited (NYSE: SGHC), the parent company of Betway, a leading online sports betting and gaming business and Spin, the multi-brand online casino, today announced that Betway has become the Official Global Betting Partner of English Premier League club, Arsenal men’s team.
  • The new partnership will enhance the supporter experience by creating and delivering global activations and exclusive content across all social media platforms.
  • Anthony Werkman, CEO of Betway Group, said: “Having built one of the most exciting and enviable global sport sponsorship portfolios of any industry, I am absolutely thrilled to announce our new partnership as Official Global Betting Partner of English Premier League side, Arsenal.
  • We look forward to supporting them on their journey both domestically and in Europe in this season and beyond.”
    Juliet Slot, Chief Commercial Officer at Arsenal, said: “We are pleased to announce Betway as our Official Global Betting Partner.

NFL Rivals Announce New Partnership With the Miami Dolphins

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Friday, August 25, 2023

To celebrate the kickoff of the 2023 NFL season, NFL Rivals , the officially licensed video game of the National Football League (NFL) and the NFL Players Association (NFLPA), today announced a new partnership with the Miami Dolphins.

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  • To celebrate the kickoff of the 2023 NFL season, NFL Rivals , the officially licensed video game of the National Football League (NFL) and the NFL Players Association (NFLPA), today announced a new partnership with the Miami Dolphins.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230825432570/en/
    The partnership, NFL Rivals’ first with an NFL franchise, gives Rivals prominent in-stadium branding and sweepstake opportunities for fans to win VIP experiences at Miami Dolphins home games at Hard Rock Stadium throughout the season.
  • “This partnership allows us to explore new fan engagements with their audience, in one of the world’s technology and crypto hubs.”
    “We’re excited to partner with NFL Rivals to bring new innovative ways to engage the Miami Dolphins fanbase with the team,” said Miami Dolphins Vice President of Corporate Partnerships Katharine Bohlmann.
  • Interested fans can also visit the NFL Rivals website for more information and to join the NFL Rivals Community.