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Sony Corporation acquires Newry sports tech firm STATSports
Sony Corporation has acquired Newry sports tech firm STATSports, known for its wearable technology used by elite teams like the All Blacks and Springboks, enhancing its portfolio in sports analytics.
- STATSports, based in Newry, specializes in wearable technology for athletics, providing data analytics to teams in rugby football and association football.
- Harry Kane, the Bayern Munich and England international forward, is among the investors backing STATSports, indicating strong interest from top athletes in sports tech.
- Alan Clarke, CEO and Co-Founder of STATSports, emphasized that the acquisition represents a significant milestone for the company, enhancing its capabilities in sports performance analysis.
Why It Matters
This acquisition highlights a growing trend of technology integration in sports, as major players like Sony invest in data-driven solutions to enhance athletic performance, reshaping how teams train and compete.