Sports Innovation

The Australian Sports Technologies Network (ASTN) has established, operates and manages the first Australian Sports Innovation Centre of Excellence (ASICE).

ASICE

Sportstech Ecosystem

ASTN is an industry-led membership organisation helping to fast-track Australian companies at the intersection of sports, technology and business.

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Early-Stage Mentoring

ASTN in partnership with the Global Sports Innovation Center (GSIC) powered by Microsoft delivers 'The Business of Sport' Pre-Accelerator Program.

Mentoring

ASTN

The Australian Sports Technologies Network (ASTN) is a not-for-profit, industry-led membership organisation providing leadership in the commercialisation, development and promotion of Australian-inspired sports technologies.

Established in 2012, ASTN supports the growth of Australia's $4.69 billion sportstech sector that employs almost 15,000 people nationally.

With more than 200+ members, ASTN is an innovation ecosystem of organisations with a vested interest in sports technology development. This includes leading sports technologies businesses, national sporting organisations, research institutions, sports distributors & retailers, government agencies, service providers and investors.

Who We Are

Sportstech & Member News

etrainu named as official education partner of the National Officiating Summit

etrainu has been named the Official Education Partner for the 2024 National Officiating Summit, empowering sports officials with world-class online learning solutions and ensuring they stay at the forefront of their sport. Their leading online learning platform has made them the provider of choice by officiating organisations, including US Youth ...

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Podcasts

#86: Ending the burden of killer queues! David Javik, Norbert Herrmann and their company Liively

Lining up for food, drinks and merchandise at events can cause the spectator to miss out on the action, spending time standing in a queue rather than enjoying the experience. Tech entrepreneur David Jakic and e-business specialist Norbert Herrmann have created Liively- technology that allows the user to scan a ...

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Industry Events

GSIC Summit Madrid 2024

This year's GSIC Summit promises unparalleled insights and networking opportunities. Delve into the transformative power of new technologies exploring how it's reshaping the industry landscape. Expect cutting-edge presentations, thought-provoking discussions, and invaluable takeaways from industry leaders.

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Case Studies

GPTI: Setting a new standard in sports and health data analytics

Graham Dudley, Founder of Global Performance Testing International (GPTI), is inspiring positive change in human performance and helping society adapt to the intersection of human and artificial intelligence in sport, health, technology and education.

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Industry Insights

Tech in Search of a Market? Why VR/AR Needs to Pivot to Niche Sportstech Markets to Find its Fit

As Australia gears up for Brisbane 2032, sports innovation, broadcasting and entertainment will be on the brink of a major leap. In February this year, the Apple Vision Pro began shipping to consumers in the US. At ASTN, we believe this Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR) innovation presents ...

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Press Releases

Beyond Growth: Australia’s Sportstech Sector Reaches Maturity Milestone

ASTN’s third annual Sports Innovation Report reveals a sophisticated industry now worth A$4.69 billion and a new era of innovation and competition. The Australian Sports Technologies Network (ASTN) has today launched its 2024 ASTN Sports Innovation Report, revealing the remarkable evolution of Australia's sportstech sector from growth to maturity stage. ...

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