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Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 21: In a move to shape the future of digital sports in India, Colab Platforms Limited (BSE: 542866), leading sportstech and gaming company has announced its foray into the billion dollar opportunity – Esports. With a vision to build India’s most rewarding competitive gaming ecosystem, company is building a player-first competitive gaming platform for India’s digital-first generation.

This new venture will focus on building India’s most transparent, skill based esports infrastructure, designed for both casual and pro gamers. Backed by Colab’s robust digital and operational ecosystem, the platform will feature low-entry, high-frequency competitive formats, creator-led tournaments, and proprietary game servers–starting with Counter-Strike 2 (CS2) and expanding into AAA and mobile titles in phases.

Highlights:-

-Colab Platforms is building a player-first competitive gaming platform for India’s digital-first generation.

-India with over 594 million online gamers and young populations has potential to become a Global Esports hub

-The platform will feature low-entry, high-frequency competitive formats, creator-led tournaments, and proprietary game servers–starting with Counter-Strike 2 and expanding into AAA and mobile titles

-Esports is expected to contribute Rs.1100+ crore to India’s economy by 2025

-Company has launched Rs. 250 million accelerator programme to drive sports-tech innovation in India

Esports is expected to contribute Rs.1100+ crore to India’s economy by 2025, with over 1.5 million esports athletes and growing. As India readies itself for the global gaming spotlight, Esports has rapidly evolved from niche subculture to a billion-dollar global industry. In 2024, the global Esports market surpassed $1.7 billion, with projections of reaching over $6 billion by 2030. With its inclusion in events like the Asian Games and discussions around Olympic recognition, esports is no longer just entertainment–it’s a sport of the future.

Venture into Esports aligns with Colab’s broader vision of building a 360° sports ecosystem, which already includes ventures in sports commerce, athlete development, fan engagement tools, and sports-tech innovation. It will also synergize with Colab’s existing initiatives:

-Integration with Colab’s Sports Innovation Accelerator for esports startups

-Co-branded streamer partnerships and leagues for visibility and user acquisition

-Expansion into mobile esports, VR arenas, and gamified fitness formats in future phases

India, has a potential to become a global Esports hub with over 594 million online gamers and one of the world’s youngest digital populations. Government initiatives like eSports recognition under the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports, and growing corporate and academic interest, are further fueling this momentum.

Puneet Singh, Managing Director of Colab Platforms Ltd, said, “Esports isn’t just the future of gaming–it’s the future of entertainment, career building, and digital identity. At Colab, we’re building an esports ecosystem where every match, every win, and every hour of gameplay creates real value for the player.”

Colab aims to become the platform of choice– where skill matters, community thrives, and careers are built. Company also aim to scout and elevate India’s top gaming talent–creating a pipeline that can compete in global leagues and represent Indian esports on the world stage.

Colab Esports: What Makes It Different

At the heart of Colab’s esports vision is a commitment to accessibility, fairness, and next-gen competition. Built with India’s Gen Z and Millennial gamers in mind, the platform is designed to break barriers and reimagine what competitive gaming can look like–rewarding, community-driven, and inclusive.

From hyper-local engagement strategies to creator-led tournament formats and a player-centric progression system, Colab Esports is laying the groundwork for an ecosystem where every player–casual or competitive–finds their space to grow, compete, and win. Colab is aiming to build not just another esports platform, but a nextgeneration gaming infrastructure ready to scale with the country’s digital sports revolution.

For the financial year 2024-25, the company has reported consolidated Total Revenue Rs. 70.05 crores, up from Rs. 2.25 Crores in FY 2023-24 — a massive 3006.18% increase. Net profit stood at Rs. 2.86 Crores from Rs.1.78 Crores last year, a growth of 60.4%. In Q4 FY2024-25, company recorded Total Revenue of Rs. 20.49 crores, Y-o-Y increase of 7638% growth. Net profit for the quarter was Rs. 95.29 lakhs, up 379.11% from Rs. 19.9 lakhs during the same period last year.

Strategic Initiatives of Colab Platforms in FY 2024-25:-

-Entered the Rs. 15,766 crore sports management and tech sector, to leverage its technological prowess across various segments including management and development of sports Intellectual Properties (IPs), Fan Engagement platforms.

-Acquired the Northern Challengers team in the Big Cricket League, captained by former India opener Shikhar Dhawan, enhancing brand recognition and direct fan connection.

-Launched www.colabsports.in, a dedicated marketplace for sports and fitness products, catering to India’s rapidly growing $58 billion sports and fitness industry.

-The company also announced its entry into the predictive gaming market, targeting a Rs. 50,000 crore opportunity with a rapidly growing user base.

-Introduced a Rs. 250 million Sports-Tech Growth Accelerator Program to empower early-stage startups, fast-track innovation, and transform India’s sports technology ecosystem.

About Colab Platforms Ltd.

Colab Platforms Limited is listed on the Bombay Stock Exchange. The company has been delivering innovative technological solutions across various sectors, leveraging its expertise in advanced technologies to drive growth and enhance user experiences. Colab Platforms Limited is dedicated to providing customized, technology-based processing solutions that help clients achieve their objectives and exceed expectations.

Recognizing India’s rapid emergence as a global technology hub, Colab Platforms harnesses the nation’s diverse and talented professionals to contribute significantly to the development of the professional community. For more information please www.colabplatforms.com

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While advancing artificial intelligence and big data analytics already permeate many facets of professional and personal life, emerging technology is filtering further into the fitness industry. As the fitness world gradually enters an era of intelligence and data-driven optimization, Chen Hang, a bodybuilder and ACE-certified personal trainer, is leveraging innovative technology in fitness to create a space and community for gym-goers. 

Accessible Passion

Motivated by his personal passion for fitness, Hang began his professional career by building personal channels on both YouTube and Bilibili. On these digital platforms, the fitness enthusiast was able to share comprehensive content surrounding professional training methodologies, scientifically backed fitness concepts, and practical instructional materials. Sharing his passion through clear and simple explanations, coupled with professional data analysis, has helped make fitness concepts more accessible. Hang has earned thousands of subscribers and become a prominent content creator in the Chinese-speaking fitness community.  

While his digital journey has helped Hang realize online education can disseminate fitness knowledge, he also realized the need to address the personalized needs of trainees, especially those who require more detailed guidance for professional training. This realization prompted Hang to launch his entrepreneurial journey, exploring how smart technology and fitness can be blended to provide more precise training guidance. 

Tiger Gate Gym

Bellevue, Washington, may be a high-tech hub; however, it lacks a dedicated fitness community for Chinese residents. With limited professional bodybuilding and strength training facilities, the area can be challenging for Chinese fitness enthusiasts seeking a space that can meet their personalized needs. After recognizing this specific lack of Chinese community environments, Hang was determined to create a fitness space aligned with Asian fitness culture, creating a professional and data-driven training hub for Seattle-area Chinese and bodybuilding lovers.

ABC Fitness’ latest report reveals a rise in AI adoption led by Gen Z, but trust issues and privacy concerns could stall momentum. Here’s what the fitness tech company uncovered and what it recommends for fitness operators 

Something unexpected is happening inside gyms this summer, and it’s not just the spike in foot traffic. Amid the AI frenzy, not everyone’s sold.

ABC Fitness’ new Summer 2025 Wellness Watch Report reveals how consumers are engaging with AI, who’s still skeptical and what fitness operators can do to keep up.

Drawing on data from 40 million members, more than 30,000 gyms, over 500,000 fitness professionals and third-party research from ClubIntel, the report outlines where growth and engagement opportunities are emerging.

Here’s what the fitness technology company found:

Summer Slump? Not This Year

Although summer usually draws fitness consumers to the beach or barbecues instead of the gym, ABC Fitness is reporting an 8.3% year-over-year increase in check-ins and a 27% jump in new memberships across gyms and studios driven largely by HVLP-loving Gen Z and Millennials. The fitness tech company also found members average seven studio visits per month, with gym check-ins up 15% monthly.

As ABC Fitness notes, opportunity lies in tech and AI, with new tools and data emerging that can help boost both retention and acquisition.

“AI is becoming an integral part of the member lifecycle, from the moment someone walks in the door to long after they’ve joined,” ABC Fitness vice president of AI Robert Jackson said. “It’s helping fitness businesses personalize experiences, predict behavior and automate engagement in ways that were never possible before. The future belongs to those who use AI not just as a tool but as a core part of how they operate and grow.”

Boomers Aren’t Sold (Yet) on AI

One key finding from ABC Fitness: while 26% of active consumers say they’re “very familiar” with AI-powered fitness and wellness tools, that number plummets to just 6% among Boomers. Likewise, only 12% of Boomers “strongly agree” that AI can support their personal health and fitness goals, compared to 33% of Gen Z and 38% of Millennials.

Among users who have engaged with AI, 61% use it for fitness tracking and 49% rely on it for nutrition. Additionally, 36% use AI for virtual fitness training or generating workouts and 37% use mental wellness apps. Gen Z shows the highest engagement overall, with 64% saying they’ve used an AI fitness and wellness app, compared to 59% of Millennials, 41% of Gen X and just 17% of Boomers.

Nearly half of respondents (49%) say they use AI-powered tools daily for fitness and wellness, compared to 30% who use them weekly, 18% occasionally and just 4% rarely.

Privacy, Cost & Confusion Fuel Skepticism

Despite rising usage, trust remains a barrier. Nearly half of consumers report running into inaccurate data from AI tools. Only 17% of Boomers completely trust AI-driven fitness apps, while 43% of Millennials and 33% of Gen Z express full confidence.

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Top concerns include data and privacy (55%) and lack of awareness or understanding (38%), followed closely by worries about over-reliance on technology and cost (both at 37%), lack of personalization (35%) and difficulty understanding or using AI tools (24%).

The Opportunity

With Boomers still on the fence and privacy a growing concern, the fitness industry faces both a challenge and an opportunity for long-term engagement, especially as younger generations continue to set the pace.

To stay competitive, ABC Fitness urges operators to focus on personalization through adaptive coaching, tailored workout plans and real-time feedback, delivered via intuitive, user-friendly platforms that resonate across age groups.

The report also calls for stronger privacy safeguards, including transparent data policies and secure storage of personal health information. Enhanced connectivity between wearables and apps is another priority, to ensure accurate tracking of performance, recovery and health metrics.

Gamification features like leaderboards, achievement badges and interactive challenges can also drive engagement, ABC Fitness points out. Other recommendations include on-demand AI workouts, virtual coaching, digital communities and biometric-driven recovery tips to help users balance effort with rest.

In sports, even the smallest detail can make a big difference. For Indian athletes trying to compete at the highest level, training harder is important. But training smarter is what sets the best apart. That’s where wearable devices are stepping in. From fitness bands to smartwatches and skin sensors, these tools are quietly changing how Indian athletes manage their health and performance.

They are now being used to track three very important things like hydration, sleep, and stress. These may sound simple, but they have a big impact on how an athlete performs, recovers, and stays injury-free.

Why Hydration, Sleep, and Stress Matter

Hydration

Water is not just something athletes drink after a workout. It plays a key role in how muscles move, how quickly a person recovers, and how focused the brain stays. In hot Indian weather, especially during outdoor sports like athletics, cricket, and kabaddi, losing too much fluid can cause cramps, fatigue, and even dizziness.

Sleep

Sleep helps the body repair itself. Athletes need quality sleep to recover from heavy training, heal small muscle tears, and feel fresh for the next session. Poor sleep means slower reaction times, poor focus, and higher chances of getting injured.

Stress

Every athlete, from beginners to Olympians, deals with pressure. It could be the stress of competition, fear of failure, or personal issues. If ignored, stress can affect physical health, mood, and overall performance. Learning to monitor and manage stress is just as important as any workout.

How Wearables Are Helping Indian Athletes

Tracking Hydration in Real-Time

New wearable patches can now track how much an athlete sweats and how many salts they lose during training. Some smart bottles and bands even remind athletes when they need to drink water.

For example, wrestlers and hockey players training in the heat use these devices to keep track of their hydration levels. Coaches then adjust their water intake or suggest drinks that restore lost minerals.

Monitoring Sleep Quality

Fitness trackers like Fitbit, Garmin, and even some budget-friendly smartwatches can measure how long and how well an athlete sleeps. They break down sleep into light, deep, and REM cycles. This helps athletes understand whether they are getting enough rest to recover fully.

In Khelo India camps, young athletes are being guided on how to read their sleep data. Based on these readings, coaches help them set sleep routines, reduce screen time before bed, and avoid late-night training if needed.

Measuring Stress Levels

Many wearables now include features that track heart rate variability, which can be a sign of stress. These devices alert the athlete if their body is under more pressure than usual. They may also suggest simple steps like deep breathing, taking a short break, or meditating.

Take the example of a badminton player who sees a spike in stress levels before an important match. Instead of ignoring it, her coach can modify her warm-up and include calming activities to help her stay focused.

Making Sports Science Reach Everyone

Not long ago, only top athletes could afford such smart devices. But thanks to government programs like Khelo India and private sports academies, wearable technology is now reaching more young athletes across the country.

Sports startups are building cheaper devices that work well in Indian conditions. Training centres in cities like Pune, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad are combining traditional sports knowledge with modern technology. This blend of science and skill is helping athletes get better, faster, and healthier.

The Challenges

There are still some hurdles to overcome.

• Many athletes in rural areas do not have access to smartphones or smart devices.

• Too much data can be confusing if there is no one to explain it properly.

• Data privacy is also a concern, especially when multiple apps and platforms are involved.

That is why support from coaches, sports scientists, and the government is important. Athletes should be taught not just how to use wearables, but how to use them wisely.

The Road Ahead

Wearables are not replacing human coaches. They are simply giving athletes better tools to understand their own bodies. They offer real-time information that can prevent injuries, improve focus, and build better habits.

For India, a country with so much young sporting talent, wearable technology can be the silent partner that helps turn potential into performance. As more athletes gain access to these tools, we can expect not just more medals but also healthier, more informed, and well-rounded sportspersons.

The journey has already begun, and with every heartbeat, step, and drop of sweat tracked correctly, the future of Indian sports looks stronger than ever.

When I first saw AMBelievable’s tennis racket dampener, I’ll be honest, I was skeptical. I was skeptical about its claims, questioned the product’s ability, and wondered what impact this technology could have.

Well, two years later, I have completely changed my opinion and fully believe this technology can revolutionize the tennis world.

AMBelievable’s Universal tennis racket dampener on a tennis racket.

AMBelievable is a startup from Torino, Italy, and was started in 2022. Its mission was simple: to use metamaterial technology to make tennis more enjoyable. And, after testing its product for three months now, I can attest that I am enjoying tennis more than I ever have.

AMBelievable’s dampener is made using selective laser sintering (SLS), a 3D printing process that fuses powdered TPU into precise shapes. What makes this so interesting is how they’ve used metamaterial-inspired lattice structures to control how the dampener responds to different vibrations. These internal geometries allow it to absorb specific frequencies while staying incredibly lightweight—something that simply couldn’t be done with traditional molding.

The technology is based on these metamaterial architectural structures, as seen below. They are designed to dissipate frequencies based on a player’s preference and give a person a truly customized feel. Additionally, they are not only tuned to a player’s “feel,” but are also designed to eliminate the vibrations associated with tennis elbow.

AMBelievable’s Metamaterial technology targets high, mid, and low frequency vibrations from the tennis racket.

HEAD acoustics, an independent lab, even corroborated AMBelievable’s claims with data from its own lab, and an interactive chart can be found on AMBelievable’s website for you to review the data yourself.

HEAD acoustic’s data from AMBelievable’s website shows the reduction of racket frame vibrations.

This is a large departure from traditional tennis racket dampeners that only target the mid (250-350 Hz) to high frequency (650-750 Hz) range produced by the strings, but leave the low frequencies (80-200 Hz) from the frame, which are linked to tennis elbow, unchecked.

I am excited to see where AMBelievable goes from here. While its CTO, Tomasso Becutti, sees their work staying in the sporting world and possibly venturing into other sports, I think meta materials like these have numerous applications outside that arena as well. Tomasso did mention Phononic-Vibes, another spin-off from the same parent company, which is exploring this technology for acoustic purposes. I think there are plenty of applications there too, like noise-cancelling headphones, soundproofing walls, and quieter car interiors.

I mean, imagine driving down the highway and not hearing the tires rolling down the road?! What bliss.

Simulation of the AMBelievable’s Universal tennis racket dampener.

Overall, I am extremely impressed by AMBelievable, and having the HEAD study quells my biggest criticism from my first article.

If you are interested in trying the dampener yourself, they are available for purchase on the AMBelievable website. I have been using the “Universal” model, but they also offer a “Tuned” model and can customize the dampener in the shape of a logo, too. However, be warned. Because once you try its dampener, you might ditch all your Agassi rubber band dampeners forever and become an AMBelievable like me.

Images courtesy of AMBelievable.

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