What happened in Sports AI this week?
- The AI expert who made David Beckham speak nine languages and conjured sports presenters out of thin air says ‘in three years you’ll be able to produce a Hollywood film from behind your desk’.
- Oslo-based SportAI raises €1.6 million to harness computer vision for sports technique coaching. SportAI analyses players’ technique in real-time, such as their golf, tennis or padel swing, before delivering instant, personalised feedback for improving performance.
- Generative AI in sport is expected to grow to $0.58 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 27.8%. The growth can be attributed to advancements in computer vision, customised training programs, real-time decision support, expanding fan experiences, and global sporting events.
- The America’s Cup adds real-time wind data to live broadcasts for the first time. The new system combines Lidar, sensors, augmented reality and AI to add more insight to sailing coverage.
- The Fitness App industry is set to reach $4.3 Billion by 2030. The rise of fitness apps has been fuelled by notable technological advancements, particularly in AI, which is enhancing personalised training experiences.
- The US Open has followed Wimbledon’s lead to provide AI-generated match summaries at this year’s tournament.
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