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Artificial intelligence express entry underused as fans queue in heat
Data Protection

Artificial intelligence express entry underused as fans queue in heat

AI express lanes at the Australian Open went largely unused, leaving fans queuing for hours in near 40C heat despite record attendance.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Wed, 4th Feb 2026
The state of live sports audiences in Australia
AFL

The state of live sports audiences in Australia

In 2025 Australia, 65% of fans engage with live sports amid a shift to connected TV, reshaping viewing habits and challenges for advertisers alike.

By Staff Writer • 6 min read • Fri, 29th Aug 2025
CyberCX extends partnership with Australian Open for 2025
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

CyberCX extends partnership with Australian Open for 2025

CyberCX extends its partnership with Tennis Australia, continuing as the Official Cyber Security Partner for the Australian Open in 2025.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Thu, 19th Dec 2024
International sports fuel rise in Australian TV viewership
Marketing Technologies

International sports fuel rise in Australian TV viewership

A Nexxen report has revealed a surge in Australian sports viewership, with AFL and international events topping the charts.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Tue, 6th Aug 2024
Australian Open 2024 serves up AI experiences with Infosys
Digital Transformation

Australian Open 2024 serves up AI experiences with Infosys

The 2024 Australian Open is set to redefine fan engagement by integrating advanced AI technologies by Infosys, offering immersive experiences from predictive game challenges to AI-generated artworks and a VR match-up with tennis icons.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 26th Mar 2024
Infosys extends digital innovation partnership with ATP Tour until 2026
Data Analytics

Infosys extends digital innovation partnership with ATP Tour until 2026

Infosys renews digital innovation partnership with ATP Tour until 2026, leveraging AI, data analytics and cloud technologies to enhance fan and player experiences in tennis.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 25th Mar 2024
AI & VR part of junior leadership initiative between Infosys & Table Tennis Victoria
Artificial Intelligence

AI & VR part of junior leadership initiative between Infosys & Table Tennis Victoria

Infosys launches a Junior Leadership programme in partnership with Table Tennis Victoria to enhance young players' digital knowledge and leadership skills using the 'Infosys Springboard' platform.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Mon, 25th Mar 2024
Melbourne's grand slam boosts local business sales
Marketing Technologies

Melbourne's grand slam boosts local business sales

Melbourne's fashion and experience retailers stand to benefit from a predicted 12.6% rise in sales during the 2024 grand slam.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 25th Jan 2024
Infosys partners with Tennis Australia to boost digital learning for NSW students
Artificial Intelligence

Infosys partners with Tennis Australia to boost digital learning for NSW students

Infosys is collaborating with Tennis Australia and Tennis Victoria to enhance digital learning for Year 9-11 students in NSW.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 4th Dec 2023

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Game review: Mario Tennis Fever (Switch 2)
Gaming

Game review: Mario Tennis Fever (Switch 2)

Mario Tennis Fever serves up fast, over-the-top rallies and a surprisingly deep Adventure mode, making Switch 2's best family tennis game yet.

By Damian Seeto • 5 min read • Fri, 20th Feb 2026
Hands-on Review: OPPO Watch X2 smartwatch
Wearables

Hands-on Review: OPPO Watch X2 smartwatch

The OPPO Watch X2 smartwatch offers robust design, impressive health features, and up to 16 days' battery life, perfect for style and function on the move.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Fri, 11th Jul 2025
MoveAhead uses mobile games to get Australian kids active
Gaming

MoveAhead uses mobile games to get Australian kids active

Irish start-up MoveAhead is using motion-tracking mobile games to get Australian kids off the couch and building basic movement skills.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 3rd Jul 2025
Nick Kyrgios joins Activision for Verdansk map return
Gaming

Nick Kyrgios joins Activision for Verdansk map return

Tennis star Nick Kyrgios has partnered with Activision to celebrate the return of the Verdansk map in Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 Season 03.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Fri, 28th Mar 2025
Alibaba tests AI-enhanced replays for Paris 2024 Olympics
Artificial Intelligence

Alibaba tests AI-enhanced replays for Paris 2024 Olympics

Alibaba Cloud and Olympic Broadcasting Services are testing an AI-enhanced multi-camera replay service in Shanghai, preparing for Paris 2024 to revolutionise sports broadcasting.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Mon, 20th May 2024
Simon Rollenbeck joins Komo Technologies as marketing head
Customer Experience

Simon Rollenbeck joins Komo Technologies as marketing head

Australian company, Komo Technologies, welcomes accomplished marketing specialist Simon Rollenbeck as its new Head of Marketing to bolster growth strategy and customer engagement.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Tue, 23rd Jan 2024
NPL partners with PlaySight for AI sport technology
Partner Programmes

NPL partners with PlaySight for AI sport technology

NPL partners with AI tech provider PlaySight to enhance player experience in Australia's growing Pickleball sport.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Oct 2023
Hands-on Review: Samsung S95C 65-inch OLED TV
Digital Signage

Hands-on Review: Samsung S95C 65-inch OLED TV

Showcasing the best in OLED technology, the S95C offers an immersive home viewing experience that blows you away.

By Tom Richmond • 6 min read • Tue, 10th Oct 2023

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