The idea of Amazon streaming live NFL games probably isn’t something that the Seattle-based tech giant considered when it launched more than two decades ago, or even in the past few years, for that matter. But this is Amazon in 2017: A $425 billion company that is extending its reach far beyond e-commerce and placing a big bet on video content. The NFL issued a press release on Wednesday that confirmed earlier reports from a day earlier about its new deal with Amazon to livestream 10 Thursday Night Football games next season. Amazon beat out other bidders including Google, Facebook, and Twitter, which inked the… Read More
Uber today announced a partnership with AEG, one of the top global sports and live entertainment companies. The ride-hailing giant will now be an “official” transportation partner at 27 of AEG’s properties, including The O2 in London, and the Staples Center in Los Angeles. The deal allows Uber to establish designated pickup and dropoff points at each venue. It will also offer “in-venue perks” for fans and other “exclusive promotions.” The company will receive digital and traditional in-venue signage as part of the deal. There will be extra perks for LA Kings fans, who will receive special offers, invitation to a driver incentive program, and… Read More
Expect more 360-degree replays while watching NFL games. Intel will install its high-tech cameras in more stadiums across the NFL as part of an expanded partnership with the league that extends through the 2018 season. The tech giant announced today that its “freeD technology” will capture live action in select NFL stadiums, adding to existing installations in San Francisco, Baltimore, and Houston. Intel did not provide specifics on which additional stadiums will be equipped with the cameras. The company said the replays will serve “fans on NFL’s digital and mobile platforms.” In a statement, NFL SVP of Digital Media Vishal… Read More
Roger Federer will play tennis in Seattle for the first time and he’ll have a unique partner with him on the court: Bill Gates. The tennis legend and 18-time Grand Slam champion will come to town on April 29 for a charity event supporting his foundation. He’ll play an exhibition match against American star John Isner at Key Arena and will also team up with Gates to play a one-set doubles match against Isner and a surprise celebrity partner. The event marks the fourth “Match for Africa” day for the Roger Federer Foundation, which has given $29 million to support children’s education in six African countries and… Read More
Amazon has reached a deal with the NFL to stream 10 Thursday Night Football games during the upcoming season for a reported $50 million, outbidding Google, Twitter and Facebook, according to reports by the Wall Street Journal and Recode. The company confirmed in an email to GeekWire that it has won the streaming rights to Thursday Night Football games, but official details are still forthcoming. Update: Amazon and the NFL issued a press release on Wednesday confirming the earlier reports. According to the reports, the Seattle-based e-commerce giant will stream the games exclusively to Amazon Prime members, who pay a $99/year fee to belong to… Read More
