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Fifa
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Fifa Plans New Commercial Body with Investor Stake
Fifa is establishing a new entity, Fifa Forward Enterprise (FFE), to oversee its commercial rights, including broadcast, sponsorship, and ticketing. The plan allows for minority, non-controlling investments from third parties, with Joshua Kushner reportedly eyed as a lead investor. Fifa has also pledged additional funding to member nations expressing interest in the scheme.
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Fifa Plans $20bn World Cup Commercial Rights Sale
Fifa intends to sell commercial rights for its tournaments, including the World Cup, to private investors through a new entity, Fifa Forward Enterprise (FFE). The venture is valued at $20bn, with Thrive Capital seeking investors. Uefa has strongly criticised the plan, accusing Fifa of compromising the sport's integrity.
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Fifa Plans Private Investment in World Cup
Fifa is proposing to seek private investment for its competitions, including the World Cup, and expand football development funding to over $10bn. The plans have faced significant criticism from Uefa and Prime Minister Andy Burnham, who labelled the move 'selling out'.
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Tech Now: AI, Esports, and Global Innovations Featured
The BBC's 'Tech Now' programme showcases a range of technological advancements worldwide. Segments include the Esports World Cup in Paris, WWE's behind-the-scenes tech, Microsoft's Quantum Lab in Denmark, and AI's role in solving art history mysteries.
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