Paul Hayes MSc’s Post

AI in sport and in sports science; So important given the need for marginal gains in Olympic sport but what are the risk? Data protection? Bias? Over reliance? Digital divides? I can think of a few.

Read this in the WGSN – Future of Sports & Outdoor 2034 report today - "AI will play a significant role in the Fourth Industrial Revolution, particularly in sports equipment design. By integrating AI into the product development process, brands can streamline innovation, accelerate development and ensure higher-quality products"

Reveal: Revolutionizing Tournament Decisions with VAR and IRS Solutions! 🎬 Experience the Innovation: Witness Our Product's Features and Overview in Action! 🚀 https://lnkd.in/gVp9Uqzd 🌟 Key Features: Unbiased Decisions: Say goodbye to controversial calls! Reveal ensures fair play with unbiased decision-making, powered by state-of-the-art VAR and IRS solutions. In/Out Verification: No more heated debates on line calls! Reveal's precise technology guarantees accurate in/out verification, leaving no room for doubt. Automated Line Umpiring: Let the technology take the lead! Reveal automates line umpiring, providing real-time analysis for every play and ensuring an impeccable gaming experience. Service Faults: Every serve counts! Reveal keeps a vigilant eye on service faults, giving players and spectators the confidence that every point is earned fairly. 🌐 AI at its Finest: Witness how AI not only enhances precision in line calls but also revolutionizes foul analysis. Marvel at the seamless integration of scores, decisions, and advertisements on a large display – a true game-changer! 🚀 Connect with us for a Glimpse into the Future of Sports! Are you ready to be a part of the AI revolution in badminton? Connect with us to explore how Reveal is transforming the landscape of sports technology. Let's embrace the future together! 🏸💡 #reveal #badminton #Umpire #SportsTech #ai #DRS #VAR #IRS

📍𝐌𝐔𝐒𝐓 𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐃: 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐎𝐥𝐲𝐦𝐩𝐢𝐜𝐬 𝐥𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥 𝐮𝐩 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐀𝐈 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐞𝐧𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐝 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐥𝐞𝐭𝐞 𝐝𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭. Paris Olympic 2024 organizers announced their strategy to leverage #AI in sports. This move aligns with the International #OlympicCommittee's (IOC) plans to utilize AI to identify promising athletes, enhance judging for fairer competition, and create personalized training methods for athletes. "At a press event held at the Velodrome at the #Olympic Park in London, #IOC President Thomas Bach emphasized the importance of embracing change to ensure the continued relevance of the Olympic Games," Bach stated. "Today, we're taking another step towards this goal by utilizing #AI for athlete development and fairer competition." 𝑰𝑶𝑪’𝒔 𝑨𝑰 𝒑𝒍𝒂𝒏 𝒊𝒏𝒄𝒍𝒖𝒅𝒆𝒔. Securing athletes from online harassment via AI-powered solutions. Enhancing the viewing experience for home audiences with AI-driven broadcasts. However, the local Paris organizers have sparked some controversy with their proposed use of AI for security purposes. Their plan involves implementing AI-powered video surveillance cameras to detect potential threats like abandoned packages and crowd surges. #AI #Olympic #ioc #game #innovation #technology #OlympicGames #Olympic2024

"AI is helping create more varied and meaningful insights that deepen the ability to see beneath the surface of a game." In the first instalment of SportsPro's three-part series, David Wall takes a closer look at our #AI-powered toolkit that helped enrich BBC Sport's #EURO2024 coverage. Read here ➡️ https://bit.ly/3Mwqvee

Are you keeping up with Euro 2024? 🏆⚽️ Here's an interesting read on how AI and VAR technology are changing football. It's fascinating to see how these advances are making the game fairer and more exciting. 🔍 VAR Evolution: Since its debut in 2016, VAR has sparked debates but remains a crucial tool for referees. This year, the latest AI-driven upgrades promise faster and more accurate decisions. 📊 Tech in Action: 10 cameras tracking 29 points on each player’s body 50 times per second, and a sensor in the ball beaming data at 500 Hz. This tech helps referees with tough calls, like offsides and goal-line decisions. ⏱️ Speed and Precision: New semi-automated offsides tech cuts decision time from 70 seconds to under 30 seconds, making the game smoother and fairer. Full article: https://lnkd.in/e26rHn6W #Euro2024 #Football #AI #VAR #TechnologyInSports #Innovation

✪ Eaon Pritchard: The lines between the real and the artificial are blurred, simulations supplant genuine human connections, and the spectacle of pseudo-community reigns supreme. #advertising https://lnkd.in/ggDNMfq9

Discover how AI technology played a crucial role in ensuring athlete safety and success at the Paris Olympics! From heat mitigation to data-driven insights, learn about the innovative solutions that made a real difference. #ParisOlympics2024 #AthleteSafety #AIinSports #HeatMitigation #DataDrivenInsights #InnovativeSolutions #SportsTech #OlympicSuccess #AIForAthletes #OlympicTech

🌐 Exciting Update! 🏆 Attended the insightful webinar on "Artificial Intelligence in Sports: Setting a Research Agenda and Priorities." Delighted to have received a certificate of attendance for exploring the intersection of AI and sports, examining its impact on individual and team performances, injury prevention, and ethical considerations. Grateful for the opportunity to engage with experts and contribute to the ongoing dialogue in this dynamic field. 🤖 #AIinSports #Webinar #AIResearch #SportsTech #sportscience

The National Football League (NFL)goes high-tech in the pursuit of injury prevention. Using cutting-edge AI and sensors embedded in shoulder pads, the league's 'digital athlete' initiative analyzes players' movements, providing insights to enhance health, recovery, and performance. With real-time data on location, speed, acceleration, and more, the NFL aims to revolutionize sports medicine and prevent and predict injuries during games and practice. Learn more about this tech advancements: https://loom.ly/62VKSmo #NFL #Innovation #SportsTech #Injuries #HealthTech #Athletes #Data #RealTime #Analytics #AI