Participating athletes include Dodgers first baseman Freddie Freeman. (photo courtesy of the California Science Center)

The California Science Center announced the mentor athletes featured by video in the upcoming “GAME ON! Science, Sports & Play,” a dynamic new exhibition developed with the generous support and active collaboration of the Walter Family Foundation, Los Angeles Dodgers Foundation and LA84 Foundation, which opened May 15. The uniquely Los Angeles exhibition will inspire people of all ages, backgrounds, genders and abilities through an array of exciting and immersive activities that showcase the powerful connection between science, sports and play, while celebrating the joy of the human body in motion.

Open to the public admission-free, the groundbreaking exhibition will offer a wide range of hands-on activities and virtual guidance from a diverse team of well-loved Los Angeles-based mentor athletes, including Debbie Allen, Freddie Freeman, Rachel Garcia, Jamal Hill, Chris Matthews, Alyssa and Gisele Thompson, and James “Dat Yoga Dude” Woods.

In addition to the virtually guided experiences, guests can try additional activities including climbing, handcycling, virtual board sports like snowboarding and an exciting behind-the-scenes look at the Nike Sport Research Lab, where scientists in a variety of fields investigate the ways the human body moves and interacts with the environment. In this part of the exhibition, “Innovating for the Athlete in You,” guests will explore how data captured by Nike uses technology to propel innovations in sports footwear and apparel, and helps athletes reach their full potential.

“We’re grateful for the opportunity to share the expert knowledge and guidance of such loved and respected leaders in sports with our community,” said Jeffrey Rudolph, president and CEO of the California Science Center. “The experiences offered in ‘GAME ON!’ will explore the intersection of science and sports and highlight our commitment to creating fun and memorable experiences that inspire science learning in everyone.”

For information on the exhibit, visit californiasciencecenter.org.

A true technological innovation, Cosm burst into the scene in 2024 with venues in Los Angeles and Dallas, with upcoming locations in Atlanta and Detroit. The group is now valued at more than $1B after raising a recent $250M.

The sports and entertainment technology company operates across extended reality with wraparound LED domes, live feeds and 155-foot programmable displays.

On Wednesday, Cosm was honored as Sports Breakthrough of the Year at the 18th annual Sports Business Awards.

Key partners include NBA, UFC, NFL, WWE, ESPN, NBC Sports, TNT Sports, Fox Sports, Prime Video and CBS Sports. That allows Cosm to produce and present a wide range of sports in its venues.

“This award is for breakthrough, but the reality is, this vision started all the way back in 2019 and a lot of people in this room today were the first people that I got on Zoom with and pitch this crazy idea,” Jeb Terry, the company CEO and president, said in accepting the award.

Speaking with SBJ after the on-stage acceptance, Terry said Cosm began through the power of partnerships, which became clear after proof of concept came together.

“When you’re dealing with tech and emerging tech, there’s a lot of hype around it, we try and make sure we bring some real substance and make sure we deliver on what we say,” Terry said.

As for the year’s biggest accomplishments? It’s absolutely opening the first two venues.

“That was amazing,” said Terry. “But some of the biggest events, the college football playoffs? That was incredible. The World Series in LA, that was a moment… that was something I’ve been in sports my entire career, and that matches some of the absolute best things I’ve experienced as a player.”

Cosm is in talks with at least 10 more potential locations, with the possibility of international expansion.

Cosm was also named in SBJ Tech’s 10 Most Innovative Sports Tech Companies earlier this year.

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Overview: Nuix Limited offers investigative analytics and intelligence software solutions across various regions including the Asia Pacific, the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa with a market capitalization of approximately A$823.53 million.

Operations: Nuix Limited generates revenue primarily from its Software & Programming segment, which amounted to A$227.37 million. The company’s business model focuses on providing software solutions for investigative analytics and intelligence across multiple global regions.

Nuix, recently added to the S&P/ASX 200 Index, is navigating a challenging phase with a reported increase in sales to AUD 105.19 million from AUD 98.44 million year-over-year, yet experiencing a widening net loss from AUD 4.83 million to AUD 10.4 million in the latest half-year results. Despite current unprofitability, Nuix’s revenue growth is projected at an impressive annual rate of 15.3%, outpacing the Australian market average of 5.5%. This growth trajectory is supported by strategic R&D investments aimed at enhancing their software solutions, positioning Nuix to potentially turn profitable within the next three years as forecasted by industry analysts who expect earnings to surge by approximately 54% annually.

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Overview: Telix Pharmaceuticals Limited is a commercial-stage biopharmaceutical company that develops and commercializes therapeutic and diagnostic radiopharmaceuticals for cancer and rare diseases across Australia, Belgium, Japan, Switzerland, and the United States with a market cap of A$8.68 billion.

Operations: The company generates revenue primarily from Precision Medicine (A$771.11 million), followed by Therapeutics (A$9.35 million) and Manufacturing Solutions (A$2.75 million).

Telix Pharmaceuticals, a frontrunner in the high-growth sector of radiopharmaceuticals, is making significant strides in expanding its global footprint. Recently securing marketing authorization for Illuccix® in multiple European countries, Telix is enhancing prostate cancer diagnosis with its advanced PSMA-PET imaging technology. This expansion follows a robust 19.5% annual revenue growth and an impressive 33.2% forecast in earnings growth, underpinned by strategic R&D investments which totaled $50 million last year—approximately 12% of their total revenue. These developments not only underscore Telix’s commitment to innovation but also position it well for sustained growth in the dynamic field of medical diagnostics and treatment solutions.

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Dozens of fans were chanting his name as their favourite Formula 1 driver climbed the pitwall after the race to greet them. But this was not a Ferrari driver celebrating, let’s say, a podium on home soil. Instead, it was Alpine’s Franco Colapinto, who had come home in 16th place after a muted first grand prix upon his F1 return.

The attention surrounding Colapinto beggars belief. The 21-year-old appeared on the scene last year from close to nowhere, being handed Logan Sargeant’s Williams seat in Monza after impressing team boss James Vowles through his reserve driver duties and an FP1 outing at Silverstone.

Little could have prepared Williams for the increased interest and scrutiny as Argentina yearned for its next sporting hero, 23 years after its last representative on the F1 grid. TV ratings in the region shot up, as did the masses of Argentinian fans travelling to any race they could. But, with the swell of interest, came a much more sinister undercurrent of tribalism and abuse, which has been pervading the series ever since its mainstream success through Netflix hit Drive to Survive, which just collected its second Sports Emmy Award.

Football fan behaviour is about the last sport F1 fans should take clues from

The us-versus-them attitude inextricably linked with football and select other sports has increasingly seeped into F1 as the championship attracts a much wider and less knowledgeable audience, coinciding with the advent of social media.

The bitter 2021 title fight between Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen devolved in a toxic mess online, from subsets of fans on both sides, and it triggered abuse against third parties including FIA race director Michael Masi and Williams driver Nicholas Latifi, whose Abu Dhabi crash was the catalyst for a dramatic turn of events that ended with Verstappen claiming a controversial title. Racing Bulls man Liam Lawson also faced abuse after clashing with Sergio Perez at last year’s Mexican Grand Prix while effectively vying for the Mexican’s Red Bull seat.

As Colapinto made his return as an Alpine reserve driver this year, a part of his growing fanbase took to social media to harass and pressurise Jack Doohan, Colapinto’s direct rival for the seat.

Abuse started to be directed at Doohan as soon as Colapinto entered the Alpine picture

Photo by: Zak Mauger / Motorsport Images

The matter came to a head at last weekend’s Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix; the first in which Colapinto replaced Doohan as an Alpine race driver. A parody account fabricated an Instagram story by Doohan’s father alleging to make fun of Colapinto’s qualifying crash, which was reported as genuine by Argentinian media and led to a further torrent of abuse. Tsunoda also landed in the crosshairs of Argentinian accounts after he and Colapinto were involved in a common and innocuous impeding incident in Friday practice at Imola, with the Red Bull driver abused for gesticulating towards Colapinto.

It’s important to stress we are talking about a vocal minority, and that numerous Argentinian fans also responded to Tsunoda’s Instagram posts with messages of support for the Japanese driver, apologising for the behaviour of others. And the above mentioned examples also show it’s not just an Argentinian problem, nor is it just a motorsport problem.

But, while generalising is not helpful, it would be wrong to ignore the elephant in the room. Subsets of Argentinian fans are embracing a sporting culture that has normalised vitriol and violence much more than other countries. A Copa Libertadores final – South America’s equivalent to the UEFA Champions League – between the country’s two football giants Boca Juniors and River Plate had to be postponed in 2018 after Boca’s team bus was attacked en route to the stadium, leaving several players with injuries, the latest example of a history of violence and abuse surrounding arguably football’s biggest rivalry. The second leg of the final was eventually played in Madrid for safety reasons.

It is an unfortunate by-product of a proud and patriotic fandom culture that has also been transplanted into other sports. When touring car ace Agustin Canapino headed to IndyCar in 2023 to race for the partly Argentinian-owned Juncos Hollinger Racing squad, his team-mate Callum Ilott was the target of abuse on several occasions. In 2024 McLaren’s Theo Pourchaire also reported receiving death threats after contact with the Argentinian at the Detroit Grand Prix.

As a result, Canapino left the series and McLaren called off its alliance with Juncos, with the problematic part of his fans actually undermining its hero’s career rather than boosting it. Those who have abused Doohan, Tsunoda and others in the name of supporting Colapinto would do well to remember that. Colapinto himself has also called on his supporters to “give respect” to his competitors.

Canapino losing his IndyCar drive shows how abusive fans can hinder the drivers they idolise

Photo by: Josh Tons / Motorsport Images

What can actually be done by the motorsport community?

The problem F1 and other sports are facing is obviously a product of its time. Can you imagine social media existing in the days of Ayrton Senna and Alain Prost?

But quite how the wider online toxicity problem can be tackled is a different matter. With good intentions, the motorsport community has already taken steps to curb abuse. In 2023 the FIA established the United Against Online Abuse (UAOA) campaign, working with sporting organisations, governments and tech companies to chart online abuse and then find solutions to tackle the issue. FOM itself and its teams have also undertaken work to stamp out abuse, with their digital teams working diligently to block inappropriate content.

As social media has become a staple of how people consume news and information, a part of the responsibility also lies with legacy news organisations. Some companies intentionally publish ‘ragebait’ and even organisations with the best intentions will often struggle to provide enough context and nuance on social media, where time, space and attention spans are in short supply.

The fake post attributed to Mick Doohan, which was published by an account known for parody and satire, was spread and taken at face value by Argentina’s TV rightsholder on which many domestic fans are relying to understand the sport, especially newer followers who recently boarded the Colapinto hype train. The broadcaster has since apologised, but the damage was already done.

Perhaps all media companies can learn lessons from the events over the Imola weekend. But there is only so much teams, media and governing bodies can do before needing help from the social media platforms themselves. And that is appearing to be a major stumbling block.

As an FOM spokesperson said: “Formula 1 is a close community, and we all condemn these acts and will continue to work across the sport to collectively block and report abuse to social media platforms, but we need those platforms to be doing more to stop the spread of vile comments and abuse.”

F1 has waded into the debate and called on social media companies to do more

Photo by: Sam Bloxham / Motorsport Images

Meta, the parent company behind Instagram and Facebook, announced a sweeping reduction of content moderation at the start of the year, changes that were criticised by the company’s oversight board for not doing enough to prevent the amplification of harmful content. Since Elon Musk’s takeover of Twitter, the platform now branded X has also faced cuts to its global content moderation teams under the banner of free speech.

Governments have been grappling with the endemic issue of digital media’s harmful influence on their population, too, with Australia recently banning children under 16 from using social media. Other administrations are closely studying Canberra’s example.

Putting the social media genie back in the bottle is not an option. So, until platforms step up themselves or are being forced to, it might have to be up to all of us to educate and act responsibly, even if that means we are in for a rough ride.

Kolkata, 21st May, 2025: In a ground-breaking celebration of digital innovation, youth culture, and competitive excellence, Techno India University, in collaboration with NoScope Gaming, will host the University Esports Championship (UEC) 2025 National Finals — the most anticipated collegiate esports event and for the first time in Eastern India at Techno India University, Kolkata, from August 3rd – 5th, 2025.

The University Esports Championship (UEC) is India’s biggest university-level esports championship. Now in its second season, UEC spans PC, Console, Mobile, and VR — making it the only collegiate tournament in India covering all major platforms. The announcement ceremony commenced with the ceremonial lighting of the lamp and a welcome address by Mr Meghdut RoyChowdhury, Chief Innovation Officer, Techno India University, setting the stage for a high-energy, high-stakes digital battle along with Mr Abhinandan Mukherjee – Project Head, NoScope Gaming Pvt Ltd who was present for the official announcement ceremony.

Over 20,000 student gamers from across the country participated in the qualifiers across 12 cities , and now the top 16 teams have earned their place in the finals in Kolkata, competing across multiple platforms — PC, Console, Mobile, and VR — with a massive prize pool of ₹7 lakh at stake.The UEC platform is designed not only to crown the nation’s finest esports talent but also to ignite competitive spirit across universities, scout rising stars, and build a talent pool with the potential to represent India on global stages.

A key highlight of this year- the National Finals will also host the India Finals of the World Tennis Esports Championship (WTEC) in VR. Here, India’s top tennis esports athlete will earn the chance to represent Team India at the WTEC Global Finals in Las Vegas, USA, on September 10, 2025—with a $100,000 prize money and full travel and accommodation covered.

The colleges participating in the national finals include –

• TECHNO INDIA UNIVERSITY , WEST BENGAL

• SRM UNIVERSITY, ANDHRA PRADESH

• VELLORE INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY, TAMIL NADU

• LOVELY PROFESSIONAL UNIVERSITY, PUNJAB

• REVA UNIVERSITY, KARNATAKA

• VIT, ANDHRA PRADESH

• GITAM , ANDHRA PRADESH

• MUMBAI UNIVERSITY

• MIT – WORLD PEACE UNIVERSITY, PUNE & ADT

• GB PANT ENGINEERING COLLEGE, DELHI

• NIT CALICUT, KERALA

• JADAVPUR UNIVERSITY, WEST BENGAL

• ST. XAVIER’S COLLEGE, WEST BENGAL

• ADAMAS UNIVERSITY, WEST BENGAL

• ILEAD, MAKAUT, WEST BENGAL

• INSTITUTE OF ENGINEERING & MANAGEMENT, KOLKATA

• SHADAN COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING, TELANGANA

• RICE INSTITUTE, WEST BENGAL

• THE BHAWANIPUR EDUCATION SOCIETY, WEST BENGAL

Event Highlights:

· National Finals of UEC 2025 across four major formats: PC, Console, Mobile, and VR

· WTEC India Finals in VR, with international representation at stake

· Technology & Gaming Expo, featuring interactive demos and product launches

· Panel Discussions & Fireside Chats with industry leaders on esports, AI, and future tech careers

· Cosplay Showcase & Fan Zones to celebrate the culture and creativity around esports

· Live Streaming & Digital Engagement Booths, making the experience accessible nationwide

“We are thrilled to partner with NoScope Gaming and be at the heart of this historic esports moment for India. Techno India has always believed in empowering students, and hosting UEC 2025 aligns perfectly with our mission to drive innovation and youth engagement. With the rise of esports, we see a unique opportunity to reignite Kolkata’s legacy as a hub of competitive gaming and create a lasting impact for the youth of this city. UEC 2025 National Finals is poised to become a landmark event in India’s digital youth culture, reaffirming Techno India Group’s role as a pioneer in integrating technology, education, and industry engagement.” said Mr Meghdut RoyChowdhury, Chief Innovation Officer, Techno India University.

“Bringing the National Finals to Kolkata is a landmark moment. The passion and talent we’ve seen from universities across East India made this the perfect choice, and with the WTEC India Finals in the mix, we’re truly setting the stage for history. This is more than just an tournament — it’s a celebration of India’s next-gen gaming revolution, and Kolkata is ready to lead the charge” said Mr Abhinandan Mukherjee, Project Head, NoScope Gaming.

The event will also feature student-led tech showcases, career guidance sessions, and AR/VR experiences, reflecting Techno India’s emphasis on learning through innovation. Kolkata holds a special place in India’s esports journey—the origin of competitive esports in the country traces back to Kolkata in the 2000s, where some of India’s earliest gaming communities were born. With Techno India University’s forward-thinking vision, NoScope Gaming’s strategic partnership, and the city’s rich esports legacy, this is the perfect moment to revive the glory days of esports in the cultural capital of India.