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iHeartMedia & Global Gaming League forge audio pact

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iHeartMedia signs Global Gaming League audio deal to launch culture-driven gaming podcasts across its US broadcast and streaming network.
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Google reveals New Zealand's top trending searches for 2025

Thu, 4th Dec 2025
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In 2025, New Zealanders' top Google searches reflected safety concerns, self-sufficiency trends, political engagement, and viral internet culture.
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Axon Perform opens UK office to boost elite sports analytics

Wed, 17th Sep 2025
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Axon Perform has launched a UK office to provide its sports analytics platform to elite rugby and football teams across Europe, enhancing performance insights.
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TeamViewer partners with F1 Academy to empower women

Wed, 12th Mar 2025
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TeamViewer has partnered with F1 Academy, committing to boost female representation in motorsport over the next two years and enhance inclusivity in the sport.
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IWD 2025: Triathlons to boardrooms: The power of sport in leadership

Thu, 6th Mar 2025
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On International Women's Day, a tech leader shares how her journey in sports instilled resilience and leadership skills that empowered her in a male-dominated industry.
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PPDS extends partnership with Oracle Red Bull Racing team

Thu, 23rd Jan 2025
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PPDS and Oracle Red Bull Racing have announced a multi-year contract extension, continuing PPDS as the exclusive digital display supplier for the F1 team.
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Linda McConnell appointed head of product marketing at Gallagher

Wed, 8th Jan 2025
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Linda McConnell will take on the role of Head of Product Marketing at Gallagher Security in December 2024, bringing over 15 years of industry experience.
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Lego launches comprehensive Formula 1 team sets for 2025

Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
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The LEGO Group and Formula 1 have launched a new range of sets featuring all ten F1 teams, marking a significant milestone in their partnership.
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Neat partners with Oracle Red Bull Racing for innovation

Wed, 20th Nov 2024
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Neat has secured a three-year partnership with Oracle Red Bull Racing, becoming its exclusive video conferencing hardware partner to enhance team collaboration.
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Hands-on Review: EA Sports FC 25

Thu, 3rd Oct 2024
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EA Sports FC 25 refines gameplay with new 'Rush' mode and FC IQ tactics, boosting realism and engagement. Is it worth the full price?.
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NTT DATA appoints David McKeering as new ANZ CEO

Thu, 8th Aug 2024
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NTT DATA names David McKeering as new ANZ CEO amid a USD $30 billion merger, aiming to boost regional growth and drive innovation in Australia and New Zealand.
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Computex 2024 success draws global tech leaders & innovation

Mon, 10th Jun 2024
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Computex 2024 concluded successfully, drawing 85,179 ICT professionals globally and featuring innovations like AI-integrated PCs, smart mobility, and metaverse tech.
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HID integrates U.ARE.U camera system with Amazon Rekognition

Wed, 5th Jun 2024
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HID integrates its U.ARE.U Camera Identification System with Amazon Rekognition, enhancing facial analysis and verification for self-service and POS environments.
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NZCIS & NTT DATA join forces for sports data innovation

Fri, 17th May 2024
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New Zealand's Campus of Innovation and Sport partners with NTT DATA, aiming to revolutionise the sports industry with data-driven insights.
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NAB Show 2024: Harnessing GenAI for media's next frontier

Thu, 18th Apr 2024
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The NAB Show 2024 illuminated the potential of General AI (GenAI) in media but also highlighted the gap between its hype and readiness, with Qvest pointing the way forward.
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TVNZ launches innovative sports streaming service with MediaKind & Qibb

Tue, 16th Apr 2024
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TVNZ, in alliance with MediaKind and Qibb, debuts a cutting-edge sports streaming service on TVNZ+, using cloud-based platform for efficient live streaming of major sports events.
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Exclusive: How BirdDog is shaking up the broadcasting industry

Thu, 11th Apr 2024
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Melbourne-based BirdDog is revolutionising the broadcasting industry with its pioneering use of Network Device Interface (NDI) technology.
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Exclusive: How Sportradar is fighting back against match fixing

Tue, 2nd Apr 2024
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Sportradar is battling match-fixing worldwide, utilising advanced AI in corruption detection and fostering partnerships with over 30 sporting bodies.
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Game review: MLB The Show 24 (PS5)

Mon, 25th Mar 2024
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MLB The Show 24 introduces Negro Leagues, Derek Jeter's career, and female player mode, offering fresh historical insights and gameplay.
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Sportradar Introduces FanID for Revolutionary Fan Engagement in Sports

Wed, 17th Jan 2024
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Sportradar debuts FanID, an industry-first data clean room marketing solution, to enhance fan engagement amid phase-out of third-party cookies.