Cronkite News Highlights

AI and Sports Gambling

Illustration by Aryton Temcio/Cronkite News

Artificial intelligence is creeping its way into the operations of sportsbooks.

As it can be used to detect problem gambling, it also can be used to tailor the experience to bettors, possibly keeping them on platforms longer - two competing interests.

Global Sports and Politics

"Killings, kidnappings, violent oppression of political opposition, torture and censorship are just a few human rights abuses that officials in the Rwandan dictatorship are either credibly accused of committing or failing to investigate."

https://cronkitenews.azpbs.org/2024/10/31/sports-politics-collision-creates-controversy-opportunity/

red yellow and green flags
red yellow and green flags
Sports & sustainability

The Olympics has become more of a burden than an advantage for host cities and organizers, so sustainability and legacy is becoming a larger priority for the future of the event.

The eiffel tower with the olympic logo on it
The eiffel tower with the olympic logo on it
College Football Playoff

As the CFP changes gears with a 12-format playoff, the organization also switched to new leadership.

https://cronkitenews.azpbs.org/2024/08/28/cfp-director-richard-clark-visits-fiesta-bowl-new-12-team-format/

a group of orange barricades sitting on top of a field
a group of orange barricades sitting on top of a field
Tim Walz AZ visit

Tim Walz chose to campaign in Arizona on debate night, an opportunity he used to put down Trump.

https://cronkitenews.azpbs.org/2024/09/11/vp-candidate-tim-walz-mesa-convention-center/

white concrete structure
white concrete structure

Le Sarah Bernhardt

Big events often hurt business, but Paris’ historic Le Sarah Bernhardt cafe perseveres during Olympics despite closure

Women's USA Basketball in Paris

From hanging with Snoop to fangirling over athletes, the U.S. women’s basketball team seeks balance during OlympicsW