Intel Named IOC TOP Sponsor -- Photodesk

(ATR) Intel is joining The Olympic Partner (TOP) program through 2024 with the goal of enhancing the Olympic Games through its technology.

Specifically, the company’s primary focus will be infusing its 5G platforms, VR (virtual reality), 3D and 360 content development platforms, artificial intelligence platforms and drones, along with other silicon solutions to enhance the Olympic experience.

The IOC and Intel announced the technology partnership at an official signing ceremony in New York on June 21 with IOC president Thomas Bach and Intel’s Chief Executive Officer Brian Krzanich in attendance.

Bach called the partnership "a landmark moment for the future of the Olympic Games" during his remarks in New York on Wednesday.

"The cutting edge technology provided by Intel will open up possibilities for experiencing the Olympic Games in many ways," Bach added.

The IOC president presented an Olympic torch to Krzanich for the upcoming 2018 Winter Games in PyeongChang.

Unveiled in Korea for the one year to go mark in February, the appearance of the torch in New York City is believed to be a first outside the host country. Bach invited Krzanich to run with the torch relay when it begins later this year in October with the flame lighting in ancient Olympia.

Krzanich says he’s ready to start training.

Click here to view photos from the event, courtesy of photographer Cheney Orr.

Written by Gerard Farek

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