Rugby stories
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Alibaba tests AI-enhanced replays for Paris 2024 Olympics
Mon, 20th May 2024
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ai
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olympic games
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ml
Alibaba Cloud and Olympic Broadcasting Services are testing an AI-enhanced multi-camera replay service in Shanghai, preparing for Paris 2024 to revolutionise sports broadcasting.
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Dell Technologies enables winning rugby team with data insights
Thu, 14th Sep 2023
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network infrastructure
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martech
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software development
Dell Technologies is helping the Springboks improve their performance by providing data insights and anywhere access to video snippets.
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BLUETTI welcomes rugby league superstar as new brand ambassador
Thu, 10th Aug 2023
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power / energy
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partner programmes
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rugby
BLUETTI, a leading provider of portable energy solutions, has proudly announced its partnership with renowned rugby league superstar, Latrell Mitchell.
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Exclusive: Flock powers up data analytics for Japan's Rugby Football Union
Wed, 9th Aug 2023
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data analytics
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japan
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big data
Flock Consulting is a Data and Analytics company providing solutions to deliver Modern Data Platforms and Data Analytics Solutions.
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SAP partners with New Zealand Rugby for digital transformation
Fri, 27th May 2022
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digital transformation
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sap
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nz
The multi-year partnership will see SAP advance NZR with its organisational operations, team performance, fan experience and sustainability goals.
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New Zealand Rugby uses AWS-powered analytics to boost performance
Sat, 7th Dec 2019
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data analytics
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hyperscale
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public cloud
Amazon Partner Network Partner Intela AI and data science company DOT Loves Data partnered to develop the Play in the Grey interactive platform on AWS.
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Crusaders harness the power of cloud to increase fan base
Tue, 8th May 2018
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data analytics
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martech
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cdp
The eight-month implementation enabled the Crusaders to leverage Infor CRM software to centralise its customer data.
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Vodafone Warriors fans could win a piece of a million dollar prize pool
Thu, 5th Apr 2018
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vodafone
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rugby
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vodafone warriors
Vodafone introduced the Vodafone Stadium Live App for the Vodafone Warriors last year to bring fans closer to the action.
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RugbyPass announces reseller partnership with VeNA
Mon, 22nd Jan 2018
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rugby
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vena
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rugbypass
VeNA, a local ad tech company, and RugbyPass have signed an exclusive partnership to cover New Zealand and Australia.
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How sports have accelerated the transformation at Zebra Technologies
Fri, 29th Sep 2017
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ecm
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document management
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martech
Zebra Technologies has revolutionised sports analytics by bringing RFID player tracking from the NFL to global sports leagues.
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Rugby 18 to have 65 official teams including the All Blacks
Sat, 23rd Sep 2017
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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rugby
Rugby 18 is out later this year and it will have a large number of official teams. This includes the New Zealand All Blacks and more.
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Become part of the rugby match: The new app that lets you get up-close with the Vodafone Warriors
Fri, 28th Jul 2017
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apps
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vodafone
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rugby
Vodafone launches Stadium Live App, bringing fans of the Vodafone Warriors closer to the action with live replays and eight camera angles.
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Telco wants Kiwis to have a bit of rugby with their data
Wed, 14th Jun 2017
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vodafone
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rugby
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sky sports
Vodafone is offering free SKY Sport for a year to new customers who sign up for their unlimited broadband package.
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Kiwi start-ups get springboard to success
Fri, 6th Nov 2015
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icehouse
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powerbyproxi
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all blacks
Kiwi start-up CSx has taken out the inaugural Samsung Springboard competition with I Measure U, Auror and MediKOL also taking home big prizes.
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Rugby 15 gets tackled to the ground
Tue, 20th Jan 2015
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
Rugby 15's attempt at next-gen gaming falls flat, disappointing fans with outdated graphics, poor gameplay, and missing licences.
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Blame the rugby flags
Sun, 1st Apr 2012
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hyperscale
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dc
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partner programmes
Rugby flags caused two of Auckland's 2011 World Cup power outages, reveals Eaton, amid disruptions by possums and seagulls across New Zealand.
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Adidas All Blacks jerseys - the day globalisation became local
Mon, 19th Sep 2011
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software development
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online shopping
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adidas
Adidas faced backlash over All Blacks jerseys priced higher in New Zealand than the US, highlighting how globalisation is reshaping local markets.
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Sidhe announces Rugby Challenge for Xbox 360, PS3, PC
Sun, 14th Nov 2010
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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pc gaming
Sidhe unveils Rugby Challenge for consoles and PC, timed for the Rugby World Cup with All Blacks licence, and dynamic commentary.
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Rugby 2012 game in development
Wed, 31st Mar 2010
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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rugby
HB Studios teams with The Rugby Forum for Rugby 2012, aiming for a summer 2011 launch on current-gen consoles. Details to follow.
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Transtasman thoughts
Sun, 1st Oct 2006
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nz
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afl
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rugby
Kiwis thrive in Australia, blending a strong work ethic with humour, despite friendly rugby rivalries. Their tech prowess and can-do attitude open doors.