GAME will leverage expertise and state of the art Streaming technology designed for the YES and MSG+ app
NEW YORK, January 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — YES Network (“YES”) and MSG Networks (“MSGN”) announced today that they have formed Gotham Advanced Media and Entertainment (“GAME”), a new 50/50 joint venture to capitalize on technologies and operational synergies associated with YES and MSGN's streaming services. GAME will also offer turnkey digital content distribution services, including platform technology, operational support and comprehensive data analytics to third parties, using the combined technical and operational expertise that each company has acquired upon the respective successful launch and operation of the YES and MSG+ application. .
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“As we continue to build on the momentum created by YES’ award-winning digital offerings, we look forward to collaborating with MSG Networks to further enhance the fan experience,” said Jon Litner, CEO of the YES network. “With the launch of GAME, we are excited to develop new product offerings, along with premium features and functionality, to serve audiences like never before, while also providing a scalable technology solution to third-party content owners seeking to provide cutting-edge functionality. -artistic streaming experiences to their customers.”
Andrea GreenbergPresident and CEO of MSG Networks, said: “This joint venture with YES will combine the streaming expertise of two of the largest regional sports networks in the country. With the creation of GAME, we seek to marry our collective vision, expertise and best-in-class technology, not only to explore enhancements to our own products, but also to offer other sports networks, teams and properties a efficient way to launch a cutting-edge streaming service. YES to create solutions for third-party content providers looking for a seamless way to reach new audiences. »
GAME hopes that its potential customers will benefit from a wide range of world-class streaming services, all of which will be centrally managed by an expert and experienced team in live sports streaming. The streaming products will be customizable and capable of delivering locally branded customer experiences, each meeting a customer's particular needs.
More information about GAME is available at {GothamAdvanced.com). To contact GAME directly, please send an email {(email protected).}
About the YES network
The YES Network, the nation's most-watched regional sports network, holds exclusive regional media rights to the 27-time world champion New York Yankees, Brooklyn Nets and New York Liberty. YES, which has won 146 Emmy Awards since its launch in 2002, also broadcasts original biographies, interviews and magazines, college sports and Manchester City and AC Milan football. YES makes the list of Forbes' Top 10 most valuable sports brands in the world for nine consecutive years.
OUI launched the OUI application in March 2021 for authenticated users in its regional coverage territory, and it quickly became the #1 free sports app on the Apple App Store. Direct-to-consumer access to the YES Network has been available through the YES App since March 2023. In addition to providing fans with a live stream of the YES Network, the YES App features customizable push notifications, personalized content, moments gaming highlights and original sports and lifestyle programming exclusive to the app. He won two New York Emmy Awards in his first two years of eligibility.
About MSG Networks
MSG Networks, a pioneer in sports media, owns and operates two award-winning regional sports and entertainment networks (MSG and MSG Sportsnet) and MSG+, an authenticated, direct-to-consumer streaming service serving the nation's premier media market, DMA of New York, as well as other parts of new York, New Jersey, Connecticut And Pennsylvania. The networks offer a wide range of compelling sports content, including exclusive live local games and other programming from the New York Knicks, New York Rangers, New York Islanders, New Jersey Devils and Buffalo Sabres, as well as extensive coverage of the New York Giants. and the Buffalo Bills. This content, in addition to a wide range of other sporting events and critically acclaimed original programming, has made MSG Networks the benchmark for regional sports. MSG Networks is part of Sphere Entertainment Co. (NYSE: SPHR).
MSG+ launched in June 2023, and was the first regional sports network to offer unique game purchases. MSG+ provides fans with access to all MSG-produced shows included on networks in their region on a monthly or annual basis, and is available at no additional cost to subscribers of MSG Networks' participating pay TV providers.
Contact: Eric ManagerYES Network – (email protected)
Contact: Dan SchoenbergMSG Networks – (email protected)
SOURCE Sphere Entertainment Co.
