With entrepreneurs starting to develop real-world applications for blockchain, the underlying technology behind cryptocurrencies such as Ethereum and Bitcoin, two blockchain-based startups are looking to improve daily fantasy sports and nab market share from DraftKings and FanDuel. In 2017, the number of fantasy sports players in the U.S. and Canada ballooned to a record 59.3 […]
Emerald Media, a pan-Asian media and entertainment investment firm, is pushing into the sports technology space with an $80 million minority stake in Singapore-based Global Sports Commerce. “The introduction of digital technology into the world of sports has helped amplify fans’ appreciation of the games and has helped to create an alternative source of revenue […]
Kevin Durant may be known for his Golden State Warriors ball playing and recent investment in athlete wearables company Whoop, but the athlete is also expanding his portfolio of tech investments beyond sports and fitness. In November, The Durant Company invested in advertising startup Suzy as part of a larger $5 million funding round for […]
In the last year, esports have taken off in North America. But when compared with Asia, the Western world still trails behind. The best players and teams in many esports come from South Korea and China, and the Asian Games have announced that esports will be a medal event in 2022. Hong Kong is not […]
