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#nba
fromHot Hot Hoops - Miami HEAT NBA Blog
4 days ago
National Basketball Association

Prediction Markets are changing how we talk about the NBA, and the Heat are right in the middle of it

Prediction markets are changing how fans engage with NBA teams by quantifying expectations and outcomes in real time.
#rangers
fromBlue Seat Blogs
2 days ago
New York Rangers

Submit your questions for Live From the Blue Seats - Blue Seat Blogs

Rangers' youth infusion is changing team culture and driving recent wins despite most being bottom of the lineup players.
New York Rangers
fromBlue Seat Blogs
2 days ago

Submit your questions for Live From the Blue Seats - Blue Seat Blogs

Rangers' youth infusion is changing team culture and driving recent wins despite most being bottom of the lineup players.
#baseball
Toronto Maple Leafs
fromTheLeafsNation
1 day ago

Leafs in-game purchases, culture club, and under the radar GM candidates: Leaflets

The Maple Leafs' remaining games are crucial for individual player evaluations but unlikely to inspire confidence for next season.
Marketing
fromCity AM
1 day ago

World Cup no longer has global audience - and that's a marketers challenge

The World Cup is evolving, presenting new challenges for fans and brands due to its expanded format and diverse audience engagement.
Boston Celtics
fromMashable
2 days ago

Do you know ball? Inside the internet's most obsessive basketball debate.

Ball knowledge in basketball transcends trivia, encompassing a deeper understanding of the game's systems and player roles.
Video games
fromKotaku
2 days ago

Peak Devs Call Out Entitled Gamers Who Want Endless Free Updates

Endless support for games is not guaranteed; updates are considered a bonus, not a right.
Television
fromAol
1 day ago

The rise of CTV IRL: Valuable TV audiences are no longer just sitting at home

Connected TV is expanding into public spaces, transforming how audiences engage with content outside the home.
#premier-league
Arsenal
fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago

Is success crucial? BBC Sport experts pick their player of the season

Arsenal's Declan Rice and Manchester United's Bruno Fernandes are top contenders for the Premier League Player of the Season award.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromESPN.com
1 week ago

Reranking the MVP for each of the top Premier League clubs

The Premier League MVP rankings assess the most crucial players at top clubs based on ability and tactical importance.
Arsenal
fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago

Is success crucial? BBC Sport experts pick their player of the season

Arsenal's Declan Rice and Manchester United's Bruno Fernandes are top contenders for the Premier League Player of the Season award.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromESPN.com
1 week ago

Reranking the MVP for each of the top Premier League clubs

The Premier League MVP rankings assess the most crucial players at top clubs based on ability and tactical importance.
Miami Dolphins
fromESPN.com
4 days ago

UFL Week 1 Power Rankings 2026: How all eight teams stack up

The UFL Power Rankings reveal team standings and highlight standout players after Week 1 of the 2026 season.
Media industry
fromTheWrap
4 days ago

Consumers' Time Spent With AI Platforms, Content to Increase 29% by 2029, Survey Finds

Consumers are preparing for increased AI content consumption, expecting to spend significantly more time on AI platforms in the coming years.
#washington-nationals
Washington Nationals
fromTalkNats.com
4 days ago

Game #5 Small sample size fun with 1st Place numbers | TalkNats.com

The Washington Nationals are performing well, currently 2-games above .500, and hope to maintain momentum against the struggling Philadelphia Phillies.
Washington Nationals
fromTalkNats.com
4 days ago

Game #5 Small sample size fun with 1st Place numbers | TalkNats.com

The Washington Nationals are performing well, currently 2-games above .500, and hope to maintain momentum against the struggling Philadelphia Phillies.
Social media marketing
fromBenzinga
5 days ago

Performance Comparison: Meta Platforms And Competitors In Interactive Media & Services Industry - Met

Thorough company analysis is essential for investors, focusing on Meta Platforms and its competitors in the Interactive Media & Services industry.
Marketing tech
fromForbes
4 days ago

AI Is Deciding What Your Customers See - Most Brands Haven't Caught Up

AI agents are transforming e-commerce, projected to account for 25% of global sales by 2030, shifting traditional consumer engagement models.
LA Dodgers
fromDodgers Nation
6 days ago

Dodgers fans most optimistic among all MLB fanbases

Los Angeles Dodgers fans are the most optimistic in MLB, with 99.8% favoring hope for the upcoming season.
MMA
fromKotaku
6 days ago

UFC Boss Dana White Tells Fans To Shut Up About AI Ads

Dana White confirmed UFC's use of AI-generated images and dismissed fan concerns, urging them to simply consume the product.
LA Kings
fromThe Hockey Writers
5 days ago

Kings' Playoff Hopes Still Achievable With 9 Games Left - The Hockey Writers Los Angeles Kings Latest News, Analysis & More

Los Angeles Kings struggle with consistency and performance, hindering their playoff push despite some offensive improvements.
Liverpool FC
fromBBC
6 days ago

More than the Score - From Salah to LeBron: How do fans cope when their favourites leave? - BBC Sounds

Mohamed Salah will leave Liverpool after nine years, marking the end of an era for the club and its fans.
#toronto-maple-leafs
National Hockey League
fromTheLeafsNation
13 hours ago

Instant Reaction: Kings outlast Maple Leafs in barn burner to keep playoff hopes alive, improve Leafs' top-5 odds

The Toronto Maple Leafs' playoff elimination leads to a focus on draft lottery implications rather than game outcomes.
fromMaple Leafs Hotstove
4 days ago
Toronto Maple Leafs

Keith Pelley on the Leafs' rebuild vs. retool question: "We have the foundational pieces in place, which gives me the confidence we can contend very quickly"

Keith Pelley announces the firing of Brad Treliving, emphasizing the need for new leadership to achieve championship goals for the Toronto Maple Leafs.
National Hockey League
fromTheLeafsNation
13 hours ago

Instant Reaction: Kings outlast Maple Leafs in barn burner to keep playoff hopes alive, improve Leafs' top-5 odds

The Toronto Maple Leafs' playoff elimination leads to a focus on draft lottery implications rather than game outcomes.
Toronto Maple Leafs
fromMaple Leafs Hotstove
4 days ago

Keith Pelley on the Leafs' rebuild vs. retool question: "We have the foundational pieces in place, which gives me the confidence we can contend very quickly"

Keith Pelley announces the firing of Brad Treliving, emphasizing the need for new leadership to achieve championship goals for the Toronto Maple Leafs.
fromSnowBrains
1 week ago

The Snow League Announces Collaboration with Google Cloud to Enhance Fan Experience - SnowBrains

At The Snow League, we're committed to pushing the boundaries of what's possible in sport and technology. Working with Google Cloud allows us to bridge the language gap for our fans in over 100 countries.
Snowboarding
#sports-marketing
fromThe Drum
2 months ago
Social media marketing

An overflow of content won't solve the enshittification of sports marketing

Marketing
fromDigiday
2 days ago

High stakes, big budgets: How brands are navigating a massive sports year

Brands are prioritizing long-term partnerships over costly live sports advertising due to economic uncertainties and high costs of ad placements.
Marketing
fromAdExchanger
1 week ago

The Sports World Is Getting The Retail Media Bug | AdExchanger

The sports industry is embracing data-driven digital marketing through initiatives like the Fieldhouse Media Network by Pacers Sports & Entertainment.
Marketing
fromThe Drum
4 weeks ago

Own it or miss it: how tech is harnessing sports moments in marketing

Sport serves as a powerful global brand engagement tool, enabling companies like Mastercard and Sportradar to build deeper customer connections through real-time data and immersive fan experiences in fragmented media landscapes.
fromThe Drum
2 months ago
Social media marketing

An overflow of content won't solve the enshittification of sports marketing

Video games
fromGamesBeat
4 days ago

Inside Clix Gaming's creator-powered business strategy

Cody 'Clix' Conrod is launching Clix Gaming, a brand and business centered on his success as a top Fortnite player.
#red-sox
US Elections
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 week ago

A bracket full of robots, tariffs, and the push to live forever

SaaSpocalypse, Tariffs, Longevity, and Robotics advance to the final four in the business-focused March Madness bracket after reader voting.
#nhl
fromESPN.com
2 days ago
National Hockey League

NHL Power Rankings: New 1-32 poll, most important games left

The final games of the NHL regular season are crucial for playoff positioning and draft lottery standings.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Football Manager gamer helps team win in real life

Kendrick suggested a formation change to 4-4-2, inspired by his online team and football manager Sean Dyche, leading to a 3-2 victory for KPR.
Liverpool FC
Toronto Raptors
fromRaptors Republic
2 weeks ago

How the Raptors are gamifying transition frequency in their favour

Nirvanna the Band the Show the Movie humorously captures Toronto's essence through absurdity and the pursuit of modest fame.
Boston Red Sox
fromOver the Monster
4 days ago

The pros and cons of baseball's new ABS challenge system

The ABS system improves fairness in baseball by correcting umpire mistakes, as seen in a recent game with overturned calls.
Marketing
fromThe Drum
6 days ago

Performance marketing 101

Performance marketing in 2023 emphasizes effective measurement, data interplay, and personalization within the broader marketing landscape.
Social media marketing
fromwww.socialmediatoday.com
2 weeks ago

Reddit shares insight into the growth of sports fandoms in the app

Reddit published a comprehensive guide showing how users engage with sports content, revealing NFL season as the dominant driver of app downloads and engagement, with significant spikes during March Madness, Kentucky Derby, and other major sporting events.
Video games
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

In the killer world of online gaming, there are no hits any more just survivors

Highguard's rapid failure demonstrates that modern online games face extreme pressure to deliver immediate returns, leaving no room for player learning curves or developer iteration.
Chicago Cubs
fromBleacher Nation
3 weeks ago

What Does "Flex" Mean in a DFS Pick'em Contest Entry? - Bleacher Nation

Flex Play on PrizePicks allows payouts for missing one or two picks with lower multipliers, while Power Play requires all picks correct for higher multipliers up to 37.5x.
Marketing
fromDigiday
1 week ago

Amid competition for sponsors, top sports clubs are investing in social media operations

BlueAir partners with the New York Knicks to promote air care products as wellness solutions, leveraging the team's extensive media reach.
Social media marketing
fromInc
4 weeks ago

Forget Perfection. This Simple Habit Is What Actually Builds an Audience Today.

Authentic, casual content now resonates more with audiences than polished, carefully staged posts on social media platforms.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

New soccer media company confident it can cultivate a captive U.S. audience

Kickback Soccer Media launches a new approach to American soccer coverage using licensing deals and partnerships instead of traditional subscription models, targeting the growing U.S. soccer audience.
Marketing
fromFast Company
3 weeks ago

AI will power Fandom from spectator to co-star

Generative AI enables media companies to maintain constant fan engagement by scaling personalized content creation beyond traditional production limits, transforming passive consumers into active co-creators within brand-safe parameters.
Online marketing
fromDigiday
1 month ago

Reddit has carved out an upper funnel niche for brand advertisers

Reddit's advertising business is rapidly growing, with brands allocating 5-20% of paid media budgets to the platform and increasingly launching campaigns targeting specialist audiences.
fromPlanet Football
1 month ago

English football clubs who've gained the most fans since 2016

Thanks to moving from Upton Park to the London Stadium, West Ham have theoretically gained the most fans over the past 10 years. Their gates have risen by over 27,000 on average since 2015-16, although a large section of the Hammers fanbase still regret the stadium switch. While the London Stadium has a far higher capacity than Upton Park, it doesn't have a modicum of its charm.
English Premier League
Social media marketing
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

How MLB can make baseball relevant on a fast-changing internet

Major League Baseball faces persistent decline in viewership and attendance despite recent momentum from the 2025 World Series, which achieved record-breaking viewership numbers and renewed fan enthusiasm.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Football has eaten almost every sport' due to digital dominance, says podcast chief

Football dominates global sports media while rugby and cricket have declined significantly; leagues must embrace fragmentation across platforms to reach audiences and prevent disappearance.
Chicago Cubs
fromObstructedview
1 month ago

Giga-TOOTBLAN triple play appreciation post

A bloop single produced chaotic base-running, leading to Seiya thrown out at second and both Bregman and Shaw tagged out, costing runs.
Marketing
fromRAIN News
1 month ago

Audio and podcasts best venues for consumer engagement in sports (Audacy)

Avid sports fans are younger, more diverse, and increasingly reached through audio rather than television, representing a 40% lift in purchase intent for brands.
fromWIRED
1 month ago

The Search Engine for OnlyFans Models Who Look Like Your Crush

"It was kind of like SoHo House for OnlyFans girls,"
Marketing tech
Chicago Blackhawks
fromFast Company
1 month ago

How sports leagues are vying for Gen Z and Gen Alpha's attention to build the next generation of fans

Gen Z and Gen Alpha consume sports digitally, show lower avid-fan rates, and require teams to adapt content packaging and distribution.
fromAxios
1 month ago

Exclusive: Fan club platform TopFan opens to creators

How it works: After years of building fan communities for major entertainment clients, TopFan is now offering creators a place to publish content, sell merch, livestream and own their audience data on one platform. Creators can launch custom-branded websites and mobile apps under their own URL and name. Artists can upload songs and albums for fans to purchase. TopFan can also host podcasts and provides video direct sales and distribution tech.
Startup companies
fromThe Drum
1 month ago

How has personalization improved digital sports marketing?

Personalization is a tried-and-tested way to boost engagement while gathering valuable information about existing audiences - and is proving to be a key driver for the sports industry, says Rawnet's Harry Daniel. For brands looking to score with digital marketing, personalization is a winning long-term business strategy. Personalizing the user experience (UX) via websites and apps keeps fans engaged and enhances brand loyalty. It can help brands to grow, by extending their reach to new users and unleashing untouched opportunities for victory.
Online marketing
from24/7 Wall St.
2 months ago

The #1 ETF To Bet On The Explosive Growth of Esports

The VanEck Video Gaming and eSports ETF ( NYSEARCA:ESPO) offers pure exposure to an industry defying traditional entertainment economics. With $405 million in assets and a 0.56% expense ratio, ESPO delivered 28% returns over the past year, outpacing the S&P 500 by nearly 11 percentage points. The fund holds 28 gaming companies, led by Tencent Holdings ( NASDAQ:TCEHY) at 8.1%, Nintendo ( NASDAQ:NTDOY) at 7.6%, and NetEase ( NASDAQ:NTES) at 7.4%. Recent trading shows the ETF consolidating around $105 after hitting $111 in November 2025.
Business
#live-blogging
fromDigiday
1 month ago
Artificial intelligence

The Athletic invests in live blogs, video to insulate sports coverage from AI scraping

fromDigiday
1 month ago
Artificial intelligence

The Athletic invests in live blogs, video to insulate sports coverage from AI scraping

California
fromwww.ocregister.com
1 month ago

Are Californians great sports fans? Spending data suggests no

California leads total sports spending but ranks only moderately per capita, indicating high aggregate spending driven by population rather than stronger individual fandom.
fromWordtothewise
2 months ago

Don't send customer-generated content

The bad actor created a throwaway domain, eilingrecepientvi.review, and set up an email account there at an often abused german hosting provider. Then he signed up for a - free, presumably - Zoom account using that email address. He told Zoom that his name was ", Thank you for purchasing Zoom Workspace for $969.85 via PayPal. If you didn't made this order, Call PayPal +1-800-209-0946, ".
Information security
Television
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Fanatics goes all-in on entertainment

Fanatics and OBB Media launched Fanatics Studios to create, finance, produce, and distribute sports-and-culture content across films, series, live events, and digital platforms.
Washington Nationals
fromTalkNats.com
1 month ago

Improving the fan experience is a major priority | TalkNats.com

Jason Sinnarajah prioritizes improving fan experience by listening directly to fans, staying late to engage season ticket holders, and supporting a positive team image.
fromFast Company
1 month ago

How AWS-powered Next Gen Stats changed the NFL forever

Next Gen Stats began in 2015, when the National Football League deployed RFID chips in player shoulder pads and even in the football itself, enabling the league to capture location data multiple times per second through sensors installed throughout stadiums.
Data science
fromAdExchanger
1 month ago

How To Dominate March Madness With Show-Level Data | AdExchanger

Last year, the agency partnered with Spectrum Reach, Spectrum's advertising arm, to analyze show-level metadata and see which programmatic CTV placements were performing best across several of its campaigns. One of those campaigns was for a major food and beverage brand that wanted to build on the momentum of its Super Bowl advertising by securing spots in both men's and women's college basketball games during the tournament.
Marketing tech
Television
fromwww.socialmediatoday.com
1 month ago

YouTube Shares Insights into NFL Engagement

YouTube drives massive year-round NFL engagement, with 30% of views occurring in the offseason and strong fan-created content boosting platform activity.
fromBavarian Football Works
1 month ago

Which fanbase do you have an irrational dislike for?

In the Bundesliga, the obvious starting point is Borussia Dortmund. Their Yellow Wall is iconic, the atmosphere incredible, and the tradition undeniable. Yet the nonstop "underdog versus Bayern Munich" narrative can feel exhausting. You respect the passion, but the moral-victory energy after narrow losses? That can grate. Then there's Schalke 04. Even during seasons when Schalke aren't competing near the top, the anti-Bayern Munich sentiment never fades. Maybe it's regional pride, maybe it's history,
Soccer (FIFA)
Media industry
fromThe Drum
1 month ago

Livestreaming and eSports to drive the sports market in Asia

Asia is the fastest-growing sports market, driven by mobile, OTT, eSports, and live streaming, prompting platforms and brands to prioritize creative digital sports experiences.
National Football League
fromESPN.com
2 months ago

Key NFL Next Gen Stats intel on divisional-round matchups

Drake Maye's scrambling and Christian Kirk's elite speed influenced wild-card outcomes, while Next Gen Stats highlighted Maye's 24 yards-over-expected run and Josh Allen's pass-rush pressure concerns.
Television
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Everyone's Talking About 'Heated Rivalry'-Here's Why

Romantic media elicit oxytocin, foster empathy, and provide a healthy escape that increases emotional understanding, resilience, and widespread audience appeal.
Marketing tech
fromThe Drum
2 months ago

The in-game advertising landscape: It isn't child's play

In-game advertising integrates branded placements into game environments to reach a large, mature gaming audience, but requires data-driven strategy for effectiveness.
Video games
fromGameSpot
2 months ago

Splitgate Studio Reacts To Player Numbers: "Steam Charts Don't Measure Fun"

Splitgate: Arena Reloaded relaunched with lower Steam concurrents than earlier Splitgate releases, while the studio cites player experience, community shaping, and upcoming Arena Royale.
National Football League
fromDefector
2 months ago

Fanatics Makes More Excuses Than Sellable Jerseys | Defector

Fanatics issues weak apologies while failing to supply and deliver Super Bowl jerseys of expected quality, offering alternates and returns amid overwhelming demand.
fromRMNB
2 months ago

Better, but still not close to good enough: numbers for the morning after

The Capitals actually fared far better, going chance-for-chance in this game than I thought they would. While the overall five-on-five scoring chance battle was lopsided in favor of Colorado, 36-23, the Caps battled hard to stay even with high-danger chances, only losing that battle 14-12. However, a lot of that faded in the third period, which was just entirely disappointing to watch. They managed just three shots on goal in the final frame
National Hockey League
Soccer (FIFA)
fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago

Are Californians great sports fans? Spending data suggests no

California leads the nation in total sports-event spending but ranks only 20th in per-capita ticket spending, showing high aggregate dollars but moderate individual enthusiasm.
Television
fromWIRED
1 month ago

The 'Heated Rivalry' Fandom Is Tearing Itself Apart

Obsessive parasocial fandom around a breakout hockey romance fuels intense online scrutiny, hate messaging, and ethical dilemmas for fan accounts handling paparazzi and unconsented content.
fromBusiness Matters
2 months ago

Modern Football Widgets for Websites: From Live Scores to Match Statistics

What football fans expect from sports sites has shifted completely. Dry match reports about yesterday's game don't cut it anymore. People want real-time numbers, instant updates, and analytics they can actually dig into. Site owners who want to keep visitors around have no choice - static pages need to become living information hubs, and data visualization tools make that happen. High-quality infographics are becoming just as important an element as original articles.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

All your FPL stats and Premier League team news in one place

Before the latest round of Premier League fixtures, here is all the key injury news alongside essential Fantasy Premier League statistics. The gameweek kicks off with Manchester United at home to Manchester City at Saturday lunchtime (12:30 GMT) - here is the full fixture list. This article will be updated as Premier League managers give their weekly news conferences. For more FPL help, don't miss our regular Friday Q&A from 15:30 BST live on the BBC Sport website, with one of our four experts
Soccer (FIFA)
Marketing
fromThe Drum
2 months ago

How brands can align their interests with the interests of gamers

Brands can increase engagement and reach diverse audiences by integrating ads into interactive gaming experiences and aligning brand goals with player interests.
Marketing
fromThe Drum
2 months ago

Why gaming is a such a key communications channel for retail marketers

Gaming is a mainstream, high-value channel retailers must engage, especially Gen Z gamers, via community-driven experiences on platforms like Twitch and Discord.
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