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Op-ed: The NFL and private equity -- modest liquidity, or the start of a new normal?
In a landmark move six weeks ago, the NFL created rules allowing private equity firms to make heavily circumscribed minority invests in its franchises, a move designed to escalate already sky-high team valuations, while recognizing the shrinking number of new, traditional-style owners with the resources to buy into one of the world’s most exclusive clubs. And the first deal under the new rules surfaced last week, with Ares Management believed nearing a deal to invest in Stephen Ross’ Miami Dolphins (and related assets).
LIV Golf Touts ‘Any Shot, Any Time’ Viewing Experience; Adds Live Drone Tracer, New Storytelling Graphics
Regardless of where you stand on the polarizing LIV Golf tour, one thing is not up for debate: LIV knows how to innovate. In its third season, LIV continues to deploy a cache of cutting-edge production technologies, including live drones, an F1-inspired “pylon” leaderboard graphic, analytics-driven virtual graphics, and live mics on players. Also new this season is its Any Shot, Any Time fan-engagement feature.
Dynamic giants: What the US and European sports video markets can learn from each other
The sports video market is incredibly dynamic. The United States and European markets are two influential giants with similarities, but also some instructive differences and unique approaches, strengths and challenges.