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Getty Images Acquires Motorsport Images, a Specialist Motorsport Archive

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024

LONDON, April 02, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Getty Images (NYSE: GETY), a preeminent global visual content creator and marketplace, and Motorsport Images, a specialist motorsport archive, today announced that Getty Images has acquired Motorsport Images, including its operative arm LAT Images and its Sutton, Schlegelmilch, Colombo and Dukes Video archives.

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  • LONDON, April 02, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Getty Images (NYSE: GETY), a preeminent global visual content creator and marketplace, and Motorsport Images , a specialist motorsport archive, today announced that Getty Images has acquired Motorsport Images, including its operative arm LAT Images and its Sutton, Schlegelmilch, Colombo and Dukes Video archives.
  • The addition of Motorsport Images’ photographic talent and premium motorsport archive complements Getty Images’ award-winning motorsports photographers, its expert operations team and rich sports archive, augmenting Getty Images’ customer offering in the motorsport space.
  • “We are thrilled to welcome Motorsport Images to Getty Images,” said Craig Peters, Chief Executive Officer, Getty Images.
  • Their impressive archive of iconic imagery and video will expand upon our premium motorsport offering to Getty Images’ global customer base.”
    “I’m so proud of what the Motorsport Images team has built over our history and of the high-quality service and outstanding visuals we provide our customers,” said Steven Tee, Managing Director, Motorsport Images.

Motorsport Games Reports Fourth Quarter & Full Year 2023 Financial Results

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Monday, April 1, 2024

As of April 1, 2024, the Company’s cash and cash equivalents has decreased to $1.3million.

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  • As of April 1, 2024, the Company’s cash and cash equivalents has decreased to $1.3million.
  • Adjusted EBITDA (the “Non-GAAP Measure”) is not a financial measure defined by U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (“U.S.
  • The live conference call can be accessed by dialing 1-888-886-7786 from the U.S., or by dialing 1 (416) 764-8658 internationally.
  • Alternatively, participants may access the live webcast on the Motorsport Games Investor Relations website at https://ir.motorsportgames.com under “Events.”

Getty Images and United Football League Sign Multi-Year Renewal of Photography Partnership

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Wednesday, March 27, 2024

NEW YORK, March 27, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Getty Images (NYSE: GETY), a preeminent global visual content creator and marketplace, has been named the Official Photographic Agency of the United Football League (UFL). The UFL season kicks off on Saturday, March 30, 2024, when the Birmingham Stallions visit the Arlington Renegades at 1 PM ET.

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  • NEW YORK, March 27, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Getty Images (NYSE: GETY), a preeminent global visual content creator and marketplace, has been named the Official Photographic Agency of the United Football League (UFL).
  • The UFL season kicks off on Saturday, March 30, 2024, when the Birmingham Stallions visit the Arlington Renegades at 1 PM ET.
  • As part of the multi-year agreement, Getty Images’ award-winning sports photographers and editors will deliver high-quality imagery from every game during the 12-week season.
  • “We are excited to partner with the United Football League and bring unrivaled and compelling content of the UFL’s inaugural season to fans across the country,” said Getty Images Vice President of Global Sports Michael Heiman.

NEP's Connected Production Ecosystem Expands with New Strategic Partnerships

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024

NEP Group , the leading media services provider for sports and entertainment worldwide, today announced continued expansion of its connected production ecosystem through new partnerships with rights holders, sports leagues, broadcasters and OTT providers.

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  • NEP Group , the leading media services provider for sports and entertainment worldwide, today announced continued expansion of its connected production ecosystem through new partnerships with rights holders, sports leagues, broadcasters and OTT providers.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240409899802/en/
    NEP's Connected Production Ecosystem expansion includes the new fleet of nine all-IP mobile units that debuted for the 2024 PGA TOUR season.
  • (Photo: Business Wire)
    The connected production solutions offered by NEP are continually evolving to meet client needs, market trends, and technological advancements.
  • Watch this video for a global view of NEP’s connected production ecosystem.

Relay Payments celebrates inspiring truck drivers with annual Haul of Fame contest

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024

ATLANTA, April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Relay Payments, the fintech company modernizing payments for the logistics and trucking industry, today opened its second annual Haul of Fame contest, which honors inspiring truck drivers and their contributions to the trucking industry. The contest will recognize two winners with an array of prizes, including a trip to the NASCAR race weekend in Atlanta Sept. 6th-8th, just ahead of National Truck Driver Appreciation Week. Applications are now open at relaypayments.com/haul-of-fame.

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  • ATLANTA, April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Relay Payments , the fintech company modernizing payments for the logistics and trucking industry, today opened its second annual Haul of Fame contest, which honors inspiring truck drivers and their contributions to the trucking industry.
  • "Our nation's professional truck drivers have always been big supporters of NASCAR, and I'm honored to serve as a judge for this year's Haul of Fame contest," said Gordon.
  • Haul of Fame is another great way to celebrate truck drivers and the important role they play."
  • Now in its second year, the Haul of Fame contest includes more prizes and more time to nominate candidates.

AiFi and GS Draft Join Forces to Bring Frictionless TapWallsTM to Stadium Attendees

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Monday, April 8, 2024

BURLINGAME, Calif., April 8, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- AiFi, the most flexible AI platform that enables retailers to affordably deploy autonomous shopping solutions, today announced its partnership with GS Draft System Solutions with the launch of a frictionless, stadium Michelob Ultra Grill Market. The integration allows stadium attendees to pour and pay for fresh draft beers as well as grab hot food items, candy, and packaged snacks without having to wait in line. The Self-Serve TapWalls™ featuring QuickTap are exclusively from GS Draft, and now integrate with AiFi for a truly frictionless drinking experience.

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  • BURLINGAME, Calif., April 8, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- AiFi , the most flexible AI platform that enables retailers to affordably deploy autonomous shopping solutions, today announced its partnership with GS Draft System Solutions with the launch of a frictionless, stadium Michelob Ultra Grill Market.
  • The integration allows stadium attendees to pour and pay for fresh draft beers as well as grab hot food items, candy, and packaged snacks without having to wait in line.
  • The Self-Serve TapWalls™ featuring QuickTap are exclusively from GS Draft, and now integrate with AiFi for a truly frictionless drinking experience.
  • QuickTap powers the industry's fastest taps, pouring a 20-ounce draft beer in less than 6 seconds, and is now available in the North American market through GS Draft.

Sportradar Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2023 Results

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024

ST. GALLEN, Switzerland, March 20, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sportradar Group AG (NASDAQ: SRAD) (“Sportradar” or the “Company”), a leading global sports technology Company focused on creating immersive experiences for sports fans and bettors, today announced financial results for its fourth quarter and year ended December 31, 2023.

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  • Segment revenue in the fourth quarter of 2023 increased by 25% to €132.0 million compared with the fourth quarter of 2022.
  • Segment revenue in the fourth quarter of 2023 increased by 28% to €52.7 million compared with the fourth quarter of 2022.
  • Personnel expenses in the fourth quarter of 2023 increased 10% to €88.8 million, compared with the fourth quarter of 2022.
  • Other Operating expenses in the fourth quarter of 2023 decreased 30% to €24.4 million compared with the fourth quarter of 2022, primarily driven by non-recurring litigation costs that occurred in the fourth quarter of 2022.

Sportradar Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2023 Results

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024

ST. GALLEN, Switzerland, March 20, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sportradar Group AG (NASDAQ: SRAD) (“Sportradar” or the “Company”), a leading global sports technology Company focused on creating immersive experiences for sports fans and bettors, today announced financial results for its fourth quarter and year ended December 31, 2023.

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  • Segment revenue in the fourth quarter of 2023 increased by 25% to €132.0 million compared with the fourth quarter of 2022.
  • Segment revenue in the fourth quarter of 2023 increased by 28% to €52.7 million compared with the fourth quarter of 2022.
  • Personnel expenses in the fourth quarter of 2023 increased 10% to €88.8 million, compared with the fourth quarter of 2022.
  • Other Operating expenses in the fourth quarter of 2023 decreased 30% to €24.4 million compared with the fourth quarter of 2022, primarily driven by non-recurring litigation costs that occurred in the fourth quarter of 2022.

FICO World 2024 to Highlight Success with Wells Fargo, Lloyds Bank, Volvo, Nationwide and more

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Thursday, April 4, 2024

FICO World will showcase speakers from more than 50 companies, sharing their success stories and unparalleled industry insights and expertise on operationalizing AI, digital transformation and hyper-personalized customer journeys.

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  • FICO World will showcase speakers from more than 50 companies, sharing their success stories and unparalleled industry insights and expertise on operationalizing AI, digital transformation and hyper-personalized customer journeys.
  • Over 1,200 business leaders from around the world are expected to attend FICO World 2024.
  • Global analytics software leader FICO today announced its speaker line-up for FICO® World 2024.
  • Many of the world’s leading financial institutions will reveal their progress in leading what FICO calls the “ Intelligence Revolution .”

FreeCast Adds 13 New Free Channels from SoFAST

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Thursday, April 4, 2024

FreeCast is announcing a partnership with FAST channel distributor SoFAST bringing 13 new channels to the company’s collection of free television.

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  • FreeCast is announcing a partnership with FAST channel distributor SoFAST bringing 13 new channels to the company’s collection of free television.
  • The 13 channels from SoFAST represent different genres of programming.
  • Tracy West, FreeCast’s Executive Vice President of Digital Content, discussed the opportunity for FreeCast in adding a large collection of channels: “These kinds of deals are a great opportunity for FreeCast.
  • Partnering with FreeCast to bring our diverse range of channels to their platform is a testament to our commitment to providing high-quality, captivating content to audiences worldwide.