Are You Watching This?!
Are You Watching This?! is a technology company founded in 2006, specializing in sports excitement analytics and offering a range of services including APIs and data solutions for sports media and betting industries.
Company Founding and Early Milestones
Are You Watching This?! was founded in 2006. The company sent its first email alert in 2007 during the Boise State vs. Oklahoma Fiesta Bowl matchup. This early milestone marked the beginning of the company's journey in providing real-time sports excitement analytics. Since then, the company has continued to develop its technology and expand its offerings, becoming a key player in the sports analytics sector.
Sports Coverage and Machine Learning
Are You Watching This?! tracks every major sport, including NFL, NRL, NBA, NBL, Cricket, and Car Racing. The company’s engine benefits from machine learning, improving its game-rating capabilities with each rated game. To date, over 300,000 games across multiple sports have been rated. This extensive dataset allows the company to provide accurate and timely sports analytics.
Comprehensive API Infrastructure
Are You Watching This?! operates a global API infrastructure utilizing multiple hosting providers. This setup ensures quick response times and high uptime, allowing clients to rely on consistent and fast delivery of data. The robust infrastructure supports various services and helps maintain the efficiency and reliability of the company's offerings.
Service Offerings
Are You Watching This?! offers a broad range of services including Automated Headlines, Data Translation Hub, DVR Extender, Excitement Analytics, Hosted Solution, Natural Language API, Odds API, Sports Data API, Television Listings, and Video Highlights. These services cater to different needs in the sports industry, helping clients manage and leverage sports data effectively.
Strategic Partnerships and Patents
The company has formed partnerships with prominent sports networks and platforms such as CBS Sports, FOX Sports, SBNation, and VSiN. Additionally, Are You Watching This?! holds three granted patents specifically for Sports Excitement Analytics. These partnerships and intellectual property assets reinforce the company’s position in the sports analytics market.
New Ventures and Profitability
Are You Watching This?! launched its sports gambling spinoff MetaBet in 2019 and a Sports Data Provider service in 2021. The company has been 100% self-funded and profitable since 2013. These new ventures represent the company’s ability to innovate and expand its market reach while maintaining financial stability.