HYPE Sports Innovation Newsletter #8
Happy New year to you all! I've returned from a nice getaway back home to Melbourne and am ready to tackle 2019. Here are your best articles in the Sport Innovation world: INNOVATION Callaway Golf Clubs changing the game forever Using AI and machine learning, Callaway Golf has released its newest club. Intel True VR is back for another NBA season Will you be watching the NBA via VR in season 2018/19? Ask Alexa anything about the NFL The NFL has released a new skill allowing fans to learn about the game like never before BUSINESS Zwift secures $120 million in funding A huge announcement for the cycling app as this investment will add another layer to the dominating E-Sports industry MLB following in the footsteps of the NFL with a VC fund After the NFL's owners added another round of funding to 32 Equity, the MLB is looking to do the same. $36 million invested in New Zealand High Performance See which sports will be affected by this announcement - some will surprise you.