Genius Sports Names Veteran Mark Kropf to the Role of CTO
Genius Sports, the sports betting data specialist and provider, has announced the appointment of Mark Kropf, the AI specialist, in the role of Group Chief Technology Officer (CTO).
AI Specialist Mark Kropf joins Genius Sports as Chief Technology Officer.
LISTEN TO THIS ARTICLE:He joins Genius Sports from Google where he served as a Technical Director working for the CTO. During this spell, he is credited with playing a key role in Google’s advancements in technological innovations and the platform’s AI capabilities.
In his new role, Kropf has been tasked with overseeing the progress of Genius Sports’ flagship GeniusIQ platform. The GeniusIQ service uses AI technology to deliver an enhanced sports data and analysis experience to clients, and Kropf has the expertise to oversee improvements to the product.
Genius Sports’ technology is redefining how sports are understood and consumed globally. I look forward to supporting this continued growth and working with a remarkable team that has already positioned Genius Sports at the forefront of data and technology innovation in sport.
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The group believes this strategy will translate to an improved platform that will attract more partners and lead to the future growth of the business.
I am thrilled to welcome Mark Kropf as our Group CTO. His outstanding track record of technology leadership at both Google and Pivotal, combined with his deep experience in AI-focused innovation, will play a critical role in our future. Our cutting-edge GeniusIQ platform is already driving the AI revolution in the global sports ecosystem and Mark’s expertise will play a key role in amplifying and accelerating that transformation.
This new appointment comes hot on the heels of the extension of the Genius Sports exclusive rights deal for UK football data.
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