“This makes HSI the first handball federation in the world to fully embrace AI technology for sports productions across all levels”, Robert Geir Gíslason, CEO at HSI, stated

The Icelandic Handball Federation (HSI), the governing body overseeing handball in Iceland, has joined forces with Spiideo, company specialized in sports video production and analysis technology, in a groundbreaking alliance set to revolutionize handball production and streaming throughout the country.

In a pioneering move, HSI has selected Spiideo as its partner to incorporate state-of-the-art artificial intelligence (AI) technology and low-latency video feeds into its handball broadcasts across Iceland. This strategic decision is rooted in Spiideo’s impressive track record and exceptional solutions, along with their successful collaborations with some of Iceland’s top handball clubs.

HSI’s vision for enhancing handball production and accessibility has led to the installation of Spiideo cameras in all official arenas in Iceland. This ambitious project encompasses the top four men’s and women’s leagues, providing a production feed to the country’s leading telecommunications company, Siminn, for their Over-The-Top (OTT) and Set-top box platforms, app, and linear TV. Spiideo will also deliver a low-latency feed for betting providers and an automated game archive for teams stored in the Spiideo League Exchange.

Furthermore, HSI is committed to extending this technology to cover all youth and amateur games played in these arenas, ensuring that handball enthusiasts of all ages and skill levels have access to high-quality productions and analysis tools.

Robert Geir Gíslason, CEO at HSI, expressed his excitement about the groundbreaking partnership: “We are thrilled to embark on this innovative partnership with Spiideo, based on the latest advancements in AI automated production and innovative distribution configurations. This makes HSI the first handball federation in the world to fully embrace AI technology for sports productions across all levels. Our decision was driven by Spiideo’s outstanding solutions and our desire to offer our fans, athletes, and partners an unparalleled handball experience.”

The collaboration between HSI and Spiideo represents a historic milestone in transforming handball production and analysis, setting a new standard for sports federations worldwide.

Patrik Olsson, CEO & Co-Founder of Spiideo, commented, “We are honored to welcome the Icelandic Handball Federation to the Spiideo family. This partnership underscores our commitment to advancing sports technology and providing unmatched solutions for sports production. Together with HSI, we aim to redefine the way handball is experienced and enjoyed.”