Sports Tech

Oct 30, 2015, 2:38 PM

NFL player files class action lawsuit against FanDuel over player ‘names and likenesses’

View image | gettyimages.com Washington Redskins wide receiver Pierre Garcon is suing FanDuel one year after promoting the daily fantasy… Read More

Oct 28, 2015, 6:58 AM

First-ever virtual-reality NBA live broadcast falls short, but long-term potential is clear

I had a courtside seat for last night’s Golden State Warriors season opener, with a cameraman squatting to my right and referee… Read More

Oct 26, 2015, 8:36 AM

Yahoo reaches 15.2M viewers during NFL live stream on Sunday

Not only did Yahoo’s first attempt at streaming an NFL game go without major disruption, but the company attracted a… Read More

Oct 25, 2015, 10:56 AM

Yahoo’s first attempt at streaming an NFL game goes without major disruption

Update: The NFL said that 15.2 million unique viewers watched the live stream, which is comparable to an average Monday Night… Read More

Oct 24, 2015, 12:30 PM

Ex-Microsoft, Amazon manager changes how people find personal trainers with new startup

Before he decided to launch a business that changes the way people find personal trainers, Dan Li was not exactly in… Read More

Oct 23, 2015, 11:07 AM

How to watch Yahoo’s free stream of Sunday’s NFL game, the first to be aired strictly online

Yahoo’s big bet on NFL streaming will be put to the test on Sunday morning when the struggling tech giant… Read More

Oct 21, 2015, 5:22 PM

Nike officially unveils self-lacing ‘Mag’ shoes, gives first pair to Michael J. Fox

Just in time for Back To The Future Day, Nike’s self-lacing shoes are officially here. The shoe giant originally released its “Nike… Read More

Oct 21, 2015, 2:15 PM

IBM partners with Spare5 to use Watson technology for golf advice app

IBM wants to improve your golf game and it’s getting help from a Seattle startup to do so. The tech… Read More

Oct 21, 2015, 11:32 AM

Here are the best and worst MLB stadiums for mobile network data performance

Having a reliable network connection while attending a baseball game can be important. More and more, fans are using their… Read More

Oct 19, 2015, 9:01 AM

Spending on DraftKings, FanDuel dips as regulators scrutinize daily fantasy sports sites

For the first time this NFL season, total spending and participation from consumers on daily fantasy sports sites decreased week-over-week.… Read More

Oct 16, 2015, 9:45 AM

Uber to test in-car entertainment in select cities with live streaming college football from AT&T

Uber and AT&T announced a partnership today that will let riders in select cities stream live college football games from… Read More

Oct 15, 2015, 8:12 PM

Nevada gaming regulators issue cease-and-desist to DraftKings and FanDuel, deeming them illegal

DraftKings and FanDuel are being ordered out of Nevada. The Nevada Gaming Control Board ruled today that daily fantasy sports… Read More

Oct 15, 2015, 6:00 AM

Former IGT exec launches new play-by-play prediction fantasy football game

A new startup from Seattle is putting a different spin on the daily fantasy sports model with an app that… Read More

Oct 12, 2015, 4:36 PM

Twitter suspends Deadspin, SBNation accounts over apparent copyright violations

Update, 5 p.m. PT: Deadspin’s account has been reinstated. Twitter suspended accounts used by both Deadspin and SBNation today over what… Read More

Oct 7, 2015, 11:15 AM

Adidas plans ‘instantly’ 3D printed midsoles, customized to your foot and running style

Nike COO Eric Sprunk surprised the GeekWire Summit crowd last week when he said custom 3D printed sneakers were “not that far… Read More

Oct 6, 2015, 4:17 PM

Akin to the stock market, daily fantasy sports sites FanDuel and DraftKings need regulation

Hard-charging daily fantasy sports sites are suddenly embroiled in controversy that includes discussion of something akin to insider trading. While there… Read More

Oct 6, 2015, 10:59 AM

DraftKings, FanDuel embroiled in fantasy sports controversy after allegations of ‘insider trading’

DraftKings and FanDuel are dealing with a scandal that is described as alleged “insider trading.” The New York Times has… Read More

Oct 6, 2015, 10:27 AM

Twitter launches Moments, curating tweets around breaking news, memes and live sports

Twitter launched a new section on its website and mobile apps today called Moments. The curated selection of top tweets aims to… Read More

Oct 6, 2015, 7:50 AM

New Microsoft Band to debut Oct. 30 at $249 with curved screen and Cortana integration

At a press event in New York City today, Microsoft unveiled the newest version of its wearable activity tracker, the Microsoft… Read More

Oct 5, 2015, 9:03 PM

Seahawks lineman Michael Bennett calls out Paul Allen in post-game interview, pleads with Microsoft co-founder to pay Kam Chancellor more money

One of the most contentious issues in Seattle sports over the past few months has been the standoff between Seattle… Read More

Oct 5, 2015, 10:59 AM

NFL player files class action lawsuit against FanDuel over player ‘names and likenesses’

First-ever virtual-reality NBA live broadcast falls short, but long-term potential is clear

Yahoo reaches 15.2M viewers during NFL live stream on Sunday

Yahoo’s first attempt at streaming an NFL game goes without major disruption

Ex-Microsoft, Amazon manager changes how people find personal trainers with new startup

How to watch Yahoo’s free stream of Sunday’s NFL game, the first to be aired strictly online

Nike officially unveils self-lacing ‘Mag’ shoes, gives first pair to Michael J. Fox

IBM partners with Spare5 to use Watson technology for golf advice app

Here are the best and worst MLB stadiums for mobile network data performance

Spending on DraftKings, FanDuel dips as regulators scrutinize daily fantasy sports sites

Uber to test in-car entertainment in select cities with live streaming college football from AT&T

Nevada gaming regulators issue cease-and-desist to DraftKings and FanDuel, deeming them illegal

Former IGT exec launches new play-by-play prediction fantasy football game

Twitter suspends Deadspin, SBNation accounts over apparent copyright violations

Adidas plans ‘instantly’ 3D printed midsoles, customized to your foot and running style

Akin to the stock market, daily fantasy sports sites FanDuel and DraftKings need regulation

DraftKings, FanDuel embroiled in fantasy sports controversy after allegations of ‘insider trading’

Twitter launches Moments, curating tweets around breaking news, memes and live sports

New Microsoft Band to debut Oct. 30 at $249 with curved screen and Cortana integration

Seahawks lineman Michael Bennett calls out Paul Allen in post-game interview, pleads with Microsoft co-founder to pay Kam Chancellor more money

Nike COO: You’ll soon be able to make shoes at your home with a 3D printer

Professional soccer club hosts ‘Swipe Right Night,’ encourages fans to find a hook-up on Tinder

Nike COO: We’re talking about opening a Seattle engineering center

NBA training camp session with LeBron James will be Facebook’s first live sports simulcast

Photos: Seattle Sounders debut new Halo-themed jerseys as part of Microsoft sponsorship

FlowPlay merges online poker and fantasy football with new multiplayer game

Sounders tease ‘huge’ announcement with mysterious Halo 5 connection

Jason Day and Concur: Why this travel expense company sponsored the world’s top golfer

AmEx-carrying Seahawks fans will get free radio earpieces for play-by-play commentary at the stadium

Seattle eSports wagering company Unikrn acquires DotaProHub