Run It Wild wins “Blockchain, NFT and Web3 Tech of the Year” at the Sports Technology Awards
VANCOUVER, British Columbia, May 23, 2023–(BUSINESS WIRE)–NFT Technologies Inc. (NEO: NFT | Frankfurt: 8LO | OTCQB: NFTFF) (“NFT Tech”)a leading technology company that partners with top-tier brands to accelerate their entry into the web3 world through innovative technologies and unparalleled creativity, is thrilled to announce that their studio, Run It Wild, was awarded “Blockchain, NFT and Web3 Tech of the Year ” at the prestigious Sports Technology Awards on 18 May 2023.
The Sports Technology Awards, often referred to as the “Oscars of Sports Technology”, celebrated its 10th anniversary at 583 Park Avenue in Manhattan, bringing together industry pioneers from around the world. Run It Wild stood out among strong competition, exemplifying the cutting-edge technology and creativity that the award expresses.
The winners
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App of the year: NBA
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Best Broadcast Technology: LiveU
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Best Digital Technology: World athletics
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Best Technology for Fan Engagement: Perform statistics
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Best Training and Participation Technology: apple
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Technology for the best matchday experience: Sports BUFF
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Best Sports Betting Technology: Sports radar
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Best technology for training and performance for athletes: Zone 7
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Best Technology for College Sports: Brilliant sport
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Best technology for data and analysis: NTT data
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Best technology for injury prevention and recovery: BetterGuards technology
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Best use of fan engagement technology by a brand: Warner Bros. Discovery
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Best use of technology by a broadcaster: LA Clippers
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Blockchain, NFT and Web3 Tech of the Year: Drive it wild
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Competition, event or tournament of the year: Formula E
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This year’s governing body: ICC
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This year’s innovation: Hawk-Eye innovations
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This year’s smart clothes, equipment or clothes: SHAPE
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Sports Partnership of the Year: New York Liberty and Xbox
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This year’s start: Match set
The “Blockchain, NFT and Web3 Tech of the Year” award cements Run It Wild’s position as an innovator at the intersection of sports and blockchain technology. They are pioneers in the field, enabling global brands to enter the web3 world through their creative and technical prowess.
“We are delighted to receive this recognition from the Sports Technology Awards,” said Adam De Cata, CEO of NFT Tech. “The ArtBall project is still in its early stages, we have learned a lot and are excited to see it continue to evolve – not only in the technology and experience, but also for other sports IP holders. Watch this space. “
Rebecca Hopkins, CEO of The STA Group, the body behind the awards, emphasized the importance of the North American sports sector in embracing and investing in technologies. She also recognized the commitment to excellence demonstrated by the network of brands involved, to which NFT Tech and Run It Wild proudly belong.
The awards were sponsored by prominent entities such as NBC Sports Next, Rock-it Global and Sports Tech HQ. All share STA Group’s vision of honoring the true visionaries in sports technology.
About NFT Tech
NFT Tech builds products that accelerate web3 adoption by adding value to digital assets. The company’s technology is designed to increase consumer engagement, enable ownership of digital assets and discover new business models, making NFT Tech a trusted partner for global brands across many industries, including sports, entertainment and arts. NFT Tech’s award-winning studio is the recipient of the first ever Cannes Lion for an NFT activation, of the most respected and renowned awards in the industry.
NFT Tech is publicly listed on the NEO exchange under the symbol NFT and on OCTQB under the symbol NFTFF. By bridging the gap between traditional capital markets and the web3 space, NFT Tech is mainstreaming the new era of the internet while bringing insights and benefits to the public markets.
About the Sports Technology Awards:
The Sports Technology Awards is the world’s leading celebration of technology-driven innovation in sports, dubbed “The Oscars of Sports Technology”. Recognized as the leading international mark of excellence, the Sports Technology Awards celebrate technology-driven innovation in sport, globally. The Awards were founded in 2013 and evolve each year to reflect the important factors that affect all aspects of sport.
The cycle for each year’s awards starts when applications open in September. Our judges, over 50 industry experts, review all entries, with the shortlist of successful brands announced in February. The award ceremony is then held every year in May.
About the STA group
STA Group’s mission is to identify, inform and celebrate the world’s leading sports technologies and the brands that embrace them. It does this through its portfolio of brands, Sports Technology Awards, Sports Technology Annual Review, Sports Technology Power List, Tech Chairs – The Sports Technology Podcast and the Access Innovation newsletter. The group’s partners include NBC Sports Next, Capgemini, Rock-it Global, HOK and The English Institute of Sport.
About NBC Sports Next
NBC Sports Next is a subdivision of NBC Sports and home to all NBCUniversal digital applications in sports and technology in golf and youth and recreational sports. Known for its sports technology product innovation, NBC Sports Next equips more than 30 million players, coaches, athletes, sports administrators and fans in 40 countries with more than 25 sports solutions products, including GolfNow, the leading online tee time marketplace and provider of golf course management technology and services; GolfPass the ultimate golf membership that connects golfers to exclusive content, tee time credits, coaching, tips and other benefits; SportsEngine, a youth sports club, league and team management platform; TeamUnify, swim team management services; GoMotion, sports and fitness software solutions; TourneyMachine, tournament management solutions for youth sports. NBC Sports Next is driven by its mission to innovate, create bigger events and connect with sports fans through technology to provide the ultimate in immersive experiences.
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