Any doubt that wireless data usage at big events is continuing to grow was put to rest today, when Verizon and AT&T reported at combined 68.8 terabytes of data use in and around State Farm Stadium during Sunday’s Super Bowl LVII — about 58 percent more than the total seen last year. Both Verizon’s reported […]| Stadium Tech Report
The Wi-Fi network data usage at Super Bowl LVIII recorded a big jump in per-device data used en route to a new Super Bowl record for total data used of 34.8 TB, an increase from last year’s Wi-Fi total of 31.5 TB, according to statistics released by Extreme Networks. While the overall total data usage mark from the […]| Stadium Tech Report
The Super Bowl this year once again allowed cellular carriers to see record data usage by fans at the game, with Verizon reporting that it saw its customers use 52.34 terabytes of data “in and around” Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas on Sunday, besting the mark of 47.8 TB used at last year’s big game. […]| Stadium Tech Report
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Checkout-free concession stands that combine new technology with existing counter space are gaining in popularity, with technology providers AiFi and Zippin both announcing multiple-store openings that use the ‘walk-up’ or ‘belly-up’ formats. The Burlingame, Calif.-based AiFi has the most new stores announced recently, with eight new stands at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Fla., […] The post ‘Walk-up’ checkout-free stands starting to proliferate as AiFi, Zippin announce ne...| Stadium Tech Report
Earlier this month, in the scenic heart of Napa Valley, Stadium Tech Report hosted the inaugural Converge Summit, an exclusive retreat for C-level decision-makers from across the professional sports venue industry. Special thanks to our friends at Cisco and Ampthink for helping bring this program to life. With a focus on technology, revenue, and operations, […] The post Converge Summit calls on industry leaders to transform stadium technology appeared first on Stadium Tech Report.| Stadium Tech Report
By developing some innovation for the “secondary” part of venue security screening, longtime metal-detector vendor Garrett thinks it has found a way to speed up security processing while retaining a high level of threat detection. With the introduction of its new SecureFlow Kiosk, the Garland, Texas-based Garrett can now provide security staff with a faster […]| Stadium Tech Report
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If you are a stadium technology professional, you should be taking our yearly Stadium Connectivity Outlook survey, which is available right here to take right now. TAKE THE SURVEY! I know everyone is busy, and nobody likes the constant asks to take surveys, which have become an AI-driven nag with almost every interaction we have […]| Stadium Tech Report
It’s that time of the year again, when we ask all our stadium technology professionals to share their insights by taking our annual Stadium Connectivity Outlook survey! If you are one of our readers who is directly involved with the selection, deployment or approval of in-venue technology deployments (and this can be an in-house or […] The post Venue tech professionals: Please take the 2025 Stadium Connectivity Outlook Survey NOW! appeared first on Stadium Tech Report.| Stadium Tech Report
One of the most interesting new technologies on the stadium scene is facial authentication, which is basically using a person’s face to verify identity to speed up and increase the safety and performance of game-day transactions, from ticketing to concessions and more. Though still used by a minority of large public venues, the potential of […]| Stadium Tech Report
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Cisco is doubling down on its recent antenna innovations by expanding the capability of its ‘Marlin’ 9104 hyper-directional stadium antenna, with a new version that adds support for Wi-Fi 7, some extra radios and the ability to easily switch between indoor and outdoor modes. The new CW9179F, announced June 10 at the Cisco Live conference […] The post Cisco improves ‘Marlin’ – 9104 hyper-directional antenna line with Wi-Fi 7 CW9179F appeared first on Stadium Tech Report.| Stadium Tech Report
By Paul Kapustka The market for distributed antenna systems (DAS) is going through a seismic shift, as changes in the DAS ecosystem point to a future premised on emerging business models. Equipment manufacturers, mobile network operators (“MNOs” or wireless carriers), integrators, third-party operators (“3POs”), and importantly, teams, venues, and venue operators will be negotiating a […]| Stadium Tech Report
Fortinet, a global leader in cybersecurity and networking, announced in early May its acquisition of Everest Networks, a company once hailed as a pioneer in hyper-directional Wi-Fi antennas for large venues. The move signals Fortinet’s ambitions to expand beyond its core security business and make a play for the high-density wireless market in stadiums and […] The post Fortinet acquires Everest Networks, betting on stadium Wi-Fi — But is it too late? appeared first on Stadium Tech Report.| Stadium Tech Report
Rocket Arena is committed to delivering an unparalleled fan experience. Home to the Cleveland Cavaliers and the Cleveland Monsters, the arena hosts over 150 ticketed events each year, regularly welcoming more than 19,000 guests to the venue. To provide seamless connectivity for fans, staff and media, Rocket Arena sought a cutting-edge wireless network solution capable […] The post Andrew digital DAS helps Rocket Arena build a frictionless fan experience appeared first on Stadium Tech Report.| Stadium Tech Report
The hyper-directional wireless antenna market for stadiums is getting hyper-competitive, with news of a planned acquisition in the Wi-Fi space and a new competitor emerging in the cellular market. On the Wi-Fi product side, sources have told Stadium Tech Report that Fortinet, a leader in networked security, may have already agreed to acquire Everest Networks, […]| Stadium Tech Report
Wrigley Field, an iconic symbol of baseball history, has long been known for its ivy-covered walls and hand-operated scoreboard. Yet, beneath its nostalgic exterior lies a sophisticated wireless infrastructure that has set a new standard in stadium connectivity. The driving force behind this transformation? The Chicago Cubs’ bold decision to control their own Distributed Antenna […]| Stadium Tech Report
Ten years after opening as the first-ever stadium built expressly with fan-facing technology in mind, the San Francisco 49ers’ Levi’s Stadium announced a list of technology improvements meant to keep the venue at the forefront of the connected- and intelligent-stadium world. One of the biggest parts of the project is a full network upgrade, with […]| Stadium Tech Report
In what has come to almost be expected, Super Bowl LVI at SoFi Stadium set a record for fan usage of Wi-Fi. But the number that stole the show at the NFL’s 56th “big game” was 53 — as in 53 petabytes — the amount of traffic carried by the stadium’s converged IP network that […]| Stadium Tech Report
By Cindy Fitzmartin, Wicket College athletics programs are in the midst of a spending spree. Universities pour millions into state-of-the-art stadiums, training facilities, and recovery centers. But why? Is it all about winning that coveted national championship trophy? Like most things in life, the answer is a bit more complex. Let’s explore the driving forces […]| Stadium Tech Report
Verizon Ventures and Qualcomm Ventures LLC announced strategic investments in AiFi, an autonomous shopping solutions company, as it raised $65 million in a Series B round, with the help of other partners ALDI South Group, Żabka Group and REWE. With the pandemic accelerating the adoption of self-checkout lines and in-store pickup, entrepreneurs are creating the […]| Stadium Tech Report
