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IBM, known for its technological innovations, has partnered with The All England Lawn Tennis Club to introduce a groundbreaking feature for Wimbledon fans. The new 'Catch Me Up' feature leverages generative AI from IBM’s watsonx platform to keep fans updated on their favorite players during The Championships. Key Highlights: 📌 'Catch Me Up' Feature: AI-generated player stories and analysis via wimbledon.com and the Wimbledon 2024 App. 📌 Personalized Content: Tailored pre- and post-match player cards offering insights on recent performances and match predictions. 📌 Enhanced Coverage: Broader range of matches, including wheelchair events, with detailed previews and reviews on IBM Slamtracker. 📌 Fan Engagement: 81% of UAE tennis fans believe technology will enhance fan engagement, with many using multiple devices to consume sports content. Jonathan Adashek, IBM’s SVP of Marketing and Communications, stated, “The new Catch Me Up feature showcases how generative AI can deliver compelling, insight-driven storytelling at scale, making fans feel more connected to the on-court action.” Experience the future of sports engagement with IBM and Wimbledon. #IBM #Wimbledon #GenAI Read more here: https://lnkd.in/d7-7TcKZ

The All England Lawn Tennis Club has introduced a new feature called 'Catch Me Up' for the Wimbledon digital experience. This feature uses generative AI from IBM's watsonx platform to provide fans with AI-generated player stories and analysis. The player cards will be personalized based on user preferences and data, such as location and favorite players. The AI will provide pre-match analysis and post-match statistics and highlights. The feature aims to scale Wimbledon's content and provide timely coverage to tennis fans globally. Additionally, generative AI will be used to provide coverage of a broader range of matches, including wheelchair events, to cater to Wimbledon's diverse international audience. The majority of tennis fans surveyed believe that AI will have a positive impact on sports, with real-time updates, personalized content, and unique insights being the top priorities. This new feature showcases the positive impact of generative AI in enhancing the Wimbledon experience for fans worldwide. Question: How do you think generative AI can further enhance the sports viewing experience for fans? #AIinSports #FanEngagement #PersonalizedContent

Wimbledon 2024: Can AI enhance fan engagement bringing them closer to the action?🎾 AI is revolutionizing the sports experience, both on and off the field. From semi-automated offside technology in football to AI-driven fan engagement in tennis, the future of sports is here. 🏆 Wimbledon Innovations: IBM and the All England Lawn Tennis Club are launching a generative AI feature, “Catch Me Up,” on the Wimbledon app and website. This feature offers AI-generated summaries for every singles player, including match details and previews, personalized based on user preferences. 🔍 Key Features: Personalize your “Catch Me Up” list with favorite players. Summaries include recency, geolocation data, and player rankings. Major highlights, storylines, and previews all in one place. Powered by IBM’s watsonx and Granite large language model. 📊 Fan Feedback: 55% of global tennis fans believe AI will positively impact sports. 60% think technology will advance fan engagement. Fans prioritize real-time updates (36%), personalized content (31%), and unique insights (30%). Exciting to see AI innovations transforming the sporting arena! Interesting read: https://lnkd.in/eZ3DPA6B #AI #SportsTech #Wimbledon2024 #FanEngagement #GenerativeAI #TechInnovation

The future is bright with IBM’s Watsonx AI platform at Wimbledon! This innovation is a game-changer for inclusive sports coverage, directly impacting initiatives like #BeMeDigitalinclusion. Watsonx, trained with Wimbledon’s data, generates personalised player cards, previews, and post-match reviews, ensuring comprehensive coverage, including wheelchair events. This technology showcases the power of AI in making sports more accessible and engaging for diverse communities. By providing tailored content, it bridges gaps and inspires young women, girls and diverse communities to explore STEM and AI. The AELTC and IBM’s partnership highlights the potential of AI to create a more inclusive and personalised fan experience. Let’s harness AI to drive inclusion, inspire diverse communities, and make sports accessible to all. #SheDISRUPTS #STEM #AI #Wimbledon #Innovation #FutureIsBright #BeMedigitalinclusion #Watsonx

Learn more how IBM at Wimbledon is transforming the fan experience with AI-generated player stories.... #Wimbledon #IBM #watsonx #AI

How IBM’s AI is Transforming Golf – A Personal View In sports, innovation is key. After sharing how Sevilla FC uses IBM's watsonx AI for player recruitment, I'm excited about IBM's latest venture into golf—a sport I've embraced after an injury ended my decathlon career. IBM has introduced AI features to revolutionize golf for fans and players for The Masters Golf Company at Augusta National Golf Club: 1️⃣ Personalized Content: Tailored content based on your viewing habits. 2️⃣ Enhanced Viewing: Real-time analytics for deeper insights during broadcasts. 3️⃣ Interactive Features: Virtual simulations and detailed player profiles. What really fascinates me is the versatility of the IBM watsonx platform as it empowers various industries and different business units to leverage AI through a single platform. This innovation extends beyond sports, offering tailored AI solutions across sectors. IBM's AI in sports is inspiring. As a former professional athlete, I’m thrilled to see technology elevating the sports experience. Whether you’re a seasoned player or a casual fan, AI brings new excitement and insight to golf and beyond. Embrace these innovations and look forward to a future where technology and sports create unforgettable experiences. #SportsTech #AIinGolf #IBMInnovations #GolfFans #TechInSports #FutureOfGolf #Watsonx #GolfTechnology

🎾 Pausefika News for Tennis Enthusiasts! As an amateur tennis player, I'm always curious for ways to improve my game—and this new AI system sounds like a game-changer! Norwegian startup SportAI is set to revolutionize tennis with affordable AI analytics. Imagine receiving instant, personalized feedback on your swing, technique, and even recommendations for the perfect racket tailored to your playing style. Whether you're a beginner or an advanced player, SportAI’s system offers insights that can elevate your performance on the court (see: https://lnkd.in/dPz7BM8Y ). Here's how it works: the AI analyzes your technique in real-time using video footage from your mobile phone or cameras at the court. No need for manual tagging or special hardware—just advanced machine learning and computer vision delivering precise, actionable feedback straight to you. But it doesn't stop there. Racket makers - I use HEAD - and retailers can also benefit from this technology, getting product recommendations that match your specific needs and playing style. This could mean finding the ideal racket weight or specifications tailored to your level of play. SportAI, co-founded by former NCAA tennis player Lauren Pedersen, just secured a $1.8 million seed round, with investors including Magnus Carlsen (yes, the world’s highest-ranked chess player!). With this funding, SportAI is poised to make advanced sports analytics more accessible than ever, bringing AI-driven enhancements to players and businesses alike. Stay tuned for the big reveal of SportAI’s first commercial partner—a global platform connecting over a million racket sports players. The future of tennis is here, and it’s powered by AI! Join tennis and AI enthusiasts on Pausefika! #Tennis #AI #SportsTech #Innovation #Startup #TennisLovers #AIinSports #Pausefika https://lnkd.in/dVrzWePN

🎾 Exciting times at Wimbledon ahead! 🌟 When I first joined IBM, I was eager to see how AI could revolutionise how we experience sports, and it has been nothing short of incredible! IBM's AI technology is transforming data into meaningful insights and captivating stories for tennis enthusiasts around the globe. 🎉 From real-time match statistics to personalised fan content, we're making every moment at Wimbledon more engaging and interactive. Being able to witness the intensity of the matches, while also knowing that we're bringing fans closer to the action through innovative technology, is an experience like no other. 🌐✨ One of my favourite memories of Wimbledon was rushing around London last year with a friend, to find an open space outside to watch the Men's singles final, on a big screen, in the sun 🌞 (as did the the majority of the London population). We eventually settled on watching the final outside a cafe jointly on one of our phones. Despite the environment not being what we intended, the technology gods played their part, and we still enjoyed an intensely exhilarating final, that I don’t think we will ever forget. Here's to many more seasons of groundbreaking tech and unforgettable tennis moments! 🎾🚀 Check out how IBM's AI technology powers the Wimbledon Tournament - https://ibm.biz/BdmT7Q Interested in enhancing your AI skills? Check out our introductory AI courses to support you with your AI journey - https://ibm.biz/BdmJsV #Wimbledon #IBM #AI #Innovation #FanExperience #Tennis #DigitalTransformation #WatsonX #ProudIBMer

🎾 Pausefika News for Tennis Enthusiasts! As an amateur tennis player, I'm always curious for ways to improve my game—and this new AI system sounds like a game-changer! Norwegian startup SportAI is set to revolutionize tennis with affordable AI analytics. Imagine receiving instant, personalized feedback on your swing, technique, and even recommendations for the perfect racket tailored to your playing style. Whether you're a beginner or an advanced player, SportAI’s system offers insights that can elevate your performance on the court Here's how it works: the AI analyzes your technique in real-time using video footage from your mobile phone or cameras at the court. No need for manual tagging or special hardware—just advanced machine learning and computer vision delivering precise, actionable feedback straight to you. But it doesn't stop there. Racket makers - I use HEAD - and retailers can also benefit from this technology, getting product recommendations that match your specific needs and playing style. This could mean finding the ideal racket weight or specifications tailored to your level of play. SportAI, co-founded by former NCAA tennis player Lauren Pedersen, just secured a $1.8 million seed round, with investors including Magnus Carlsen (yes, the world’s highest-ranked chess player!). With this funding, SportAI is poised to make advanced sports analytics more accessible than ever, bringing AI-driven enhancements to players and businesses alike. Stay tuned for the big reveal of SportAI’s first commercial partner—a global platform connecting over a million racket sports players. The future of tennis is here, and it’s powered by AI! Join tennis and AI enthusiasts on Pausefika! #Tennis #AI #SportsTech #Innovation #Startup #TennisLovers #AIinSports #Pausefika https://lnkd.in/dakaAveD

AI's Bold Wimbledon 2024 Predictions: Rybakina Favoured, but Early Upsets Loom #Wimbledon2024 #WTApredictions #AI As the excitement builds for Wimbledon 2024, AI algorithms are crunching data to predict the tournament's standout performers and potential surprises. 2022 champion Elena Rybakina emerges as the clear favourite, with her powerful game and previous success on the hallowed grass courts. However, the AI also warns of possible early exits for top players like Iga Swiatek, Ons Jabeur, and even Rybakina herself, highlighting the unpredictable nature of the women's draw. Rising stars such as Mirra Andreeva and Brenda Fruhvirtova are tipped as surprise packages, ready to seize their moment on the big stage. While AI predictions offer intriguing insights, the beauty of sport lies in its ability to defy expectations. As the world's best tennis players converge on SW19, only time will tell who will etch their name on the coveted Venus Rosewater Dish. As a feast of sporting moments unfold this summer, I'm using AI and no-code automations to ideate, scrape, curate and create the best bits, posting at lightning speed across multiple platforms and all social formats. I run an automation agency which can help you 10X your content saving you time and cash. If you want to know how let's talk!