FIFA, the international governing body of the football Americans call soccer, is looking to set a standard in wearable technologies for its 209 member associations. They are joined by IFAB, the International Football Association Board. Earlier this year, IFAB decided to allow players to use wearable electronic performance and tracking systems (EPTS) under two conditions: … [Read more...]
FIFA To Consider Wearables for Soccer (a/k/a Football)
With the European football season beginning to reach its climax (you knew that, right?), we're hearing that FIFA -- the global organization that controls the game -- is starting to embrace wearable technology. A group called the International Football Association Board has approved the idea of using wearables in game situations, as long as the data isn't made available to … [Read more...]