FanVision,
the in-venue technology and content provider used at professional sporting
events across the world, announced a merger today with PrePlay Inc., a
developer of mobile games in sports entertainment. FanVision is operated by RSE
Ventures, the firm co-founded by Miami Dolphins owner Stephen M. Ross and
Dolphins Vice-Chairman Matt Higgins.
“FanVision
and PrePlay are on the cutting edge of the sports technology landscape,” said
RSE Ventures CEO and co-founder Matt Higgins. “Both leverage unique
intellectual property to provide exciting content that enhances the fan
experience. This merger is a natural expansion to create one forward-thinking
company that will offer unmatched service for both fans and customers in the
years ahead.”
Among
other services, FanVision currently offers live video and real-time statistics
on a dedicated handheld device in venues worldwide. FanVision is used at NASCAR
races and professional golf events around the world. PrePlay also develops
live mobile games that enable fans to predict events in real time. Clients
include MLB.com, the NHL, and the US Open Tennis Tournament.
Today’s
merger will allow FanVision to augment its current product with additional
mobile applications to bring its content to additional fans.
The
new company will operate under the FanVision name, with current PrePlay CEO
Andrew Daines serving as CEO. Current partners and fans will see no change or
interruption in services from either FanVision or PrePlay.
“Marrying
a best-in-class hardware and content delivery company like FanVision with a
mobile-first studio like PrePlay will create a powerhouse in the marketplace,”
said CEO Andrew Daines. “We will be the sole firm with the know-how, hardware,
software, relationships, and intellectual property to deliver on the promise of
the connected fan enjoying events in the connected stadium.”
FanVision’s
50 employees will work out of offices in New York City, Paris, Montreal and
Charlotte. New York City will serve as the company’s headquarters.
Does this mean my cable is going up again :)
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