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Published on 09 October 2014

In this week's column, Bob explains the importance of content delivery networks to the NFL, its teams and sports media outlets as a means of providing fans website video without the problems that plagued the process in the past.

Read more: Tackling Tech: Why the NFL Counts on "CDNs" to Deliver Website Video to Fans

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Published on 08 October 2014

In further proof that there's opportunity in live sports beyond traditional TV, the NBA and ESPN have agreed to create a standalone streaming service with live games and surrounding content for those pro basketball fans that don't want to pay for cable packages to watch hoops.

Though Major League Baseball was the first major pro sport to stream its season online back in 2003, the NFL and NHL have taken divergent paths to the web in the years since. This week, the NBA and ESPN revealed they are looking to maximize revenues by adding online distribution.

Read more: NBA & ESPN Crafting Standalone OTT Service

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Published on 03 October 2014

In this week's column, Bob explains what the FCC's elimination of its sports blackout rule Tuesday means for NFL fans.

Read more: Tackling Tech: The Sports Blackout Rule is Gone - What this Means to NFL Fans

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Published on 02 October 2014

Have you ever tried reporting a scam to the company whose name and resources the scammer was using? It can be frustrating at best and ineffective at worst.

As a result of such situations, scammers are having a field day ripping off consumers of all ages whether it’s perpetrated by phone, email or a text. It’s time for customer service to be extended to address more of the scammer epidemic.

Read more: Extending Customer Service to Target Scams & Scammers

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Published on 25 September 2014

In this week's column, Bob explains how wearable technology can create opportunities for the NFL to capture magnetic, non-telecast content for fans of all aspects of America's game, its teams and players.

Read more: Tackling Tech: Can Wearable Technology Address the NFL's Fan Experience Challenge?

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Published on 25 September 2014

Usually, when a major league baseball team clinches a playoff berth, everyone rejoices and the focus is on celebrating October baseball, hopefully on the way to the World Series.

Read more: Pain and Gain for Dodgers Fans – This Season and Next?