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ICC relaxes gambling sponsorship restrictions to allow on-kit branding
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has relaxed its rules regarding gambling sector sponsorships to allow international teams to display betting brands on their kits
Former IBU president indicted for aggravated corruption
The Norwegian National Authority for Investigation and Prosecution of Economic and Environmental Crime (Økokrim) has today (Monday) indicted Anders Besseberg, former president of the International Biathlon …
India’s FanCode to broadcast Grand National for first time
This year’s edition of the Grand National horse racing event, which takes place at Aintree tomorrow (Saturday), will be shown by 30 broadcasters around the world, with Indian digital platform FanCode t…
Recast attracts more federations to streaming platform, set to increase margin
The European Taekwondo Union (ETU) and the International Canoe Federation (ICF) have become the latest federations to launch channels on Recast as the UK-based streaming platform continues to entice rights-holders…
ICC issues ITT for LED signage services
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has issued an invitation to tender for LED signage services for its World Cup tournaments running until 2027
Twitter sports executive Adeshola exits after 10 years
TJ Adeshola, head of global content partnerships at Twitter and a key figure in its sports output in recent years, has announced that he is leaving the social media company after more than a decade
IBA threatens sanctions against organisations supporting ‘rogue’ World Boxing
The International Boxing Association (IBA) has initiated a series of actions to “protect its autonomy” as the sport’s official governing body following the launch of World Boxing, a breakaway organisation which…
Breakaway boxing federation formed in bid to preserve Olympic status
World Boxing, a new not-for-profit international body set up with the aim of ensuring the sport remains 'at the heart' of the Olympic Movement, has launched today (Thursday) with backing from a host of…
WBD ‘building attack strategy’ for sports as unified ‘Max’ OTT service unveiled
As Warner Bros. Discovery announced the merger of its two streaming platforms, HBO Max and discovery+, into one offering the company will call Max, chief executive officer David Zaslav has said that it is "building an attack strategy" over the next few months for sports streaming in the US market.
Visa sponsors 33 women’s players ahead of World Cup
Payment services brand Visa has stepped up its backing of women’s football by announcing plans to support 33 players through its Team Visa programme.
Paramount+ becomes Formula 1 Official Partner
Video-on-demand subscription service Paramount+ has agreed a multi-year deal to become an Official Partner of Formula 1
IMG Arena names Lissauer as general manager as Leap acquisition closes
IMG Arena, the betting division of the Endeavor-owned IMG agency, has appointed Yariv Lissauer as senior director and general manager after completing its acquisition of virtual sports and casino games…
WSL lands first US betting data deal with ALT Sports Data
The World Surf League has announced an agreement with ALT Sports Data for official sports data distribution to the betting industry for the WSL Championship Tour, making it the first such deal for the…
TelevisaUnivision aligns with LTN on OTT sports streaming
Media technology and video transport solutions company LTN has been appointed by Spanish-language broadcaster TelevisaUnivision to power its live sports streaming on OTT service ViX, which is available…
Denyer and Wright to represent CVC on WTA Ventures board
The Women’s Tennis Association has named the board members of WTA Ventures, the new commercial entity formed following its investment deal with CVC Capital Partners, with Simon Denyer and Gemma Wright r…
No place for Singapore as SailGP finalises season four calendar
Global sailing series SailGP has finalised its 12-leg calendar for its fourth season, which will include new events in Los Angeles and Canada but no race in Singapore
Extreme E names Arsenal’s Gallagher as new commercial director
The Extreme E electric off-road racing series has appointed Peter Gallagher as its new commercial director
NBA’s Rossomondo succeeds Arroyo in Dorna Sports CCO role
Dorna Sports, the commercial rights-holder of the MotoGP motorcycling championship, has recruited the National Basketball Association’s Dan Rossomondo as its new chief commercial officer.