Sports Data Labs, Inc. (SDL), an AI-based human data company, announced that the Japan Patent Office (JPO) has issued Patent No. 7618242 to the company. The patent, titled “Animal [Human] Data Prediction System,” covers a novel system and method that leverages tracking data—including information from optical-based cameras, GPS trackers, and RFID tags—along with other data derived from athletes to generate AI and statistical-based predictions.
This technology enables sportsbooks, bettors, and other organizations to determine the probability of an outcome in an event, revise existing probabilities, or formulate strategies for betting actions. The patent provides SDL with exclusive rights to this invention in Japan until April 2040 and is currently pending in other markets, including the US and Europe. It offers a new approach to utilizing sensor-based athlete data and contextual information to create and refine betting products, strategies, and odds within the emerging Japanese sports betting market, applicable for both individualized and multi-subject modeling.
Key features of the patented system include a sensor-based data collection framework designed to capture statistical information, motion, vitals, and other biometric signals. It also features a predictive AI-based engine that converts live data into performance insights, betting products, and recommendations. Furthermore, the system incorporates AI-generated synthetic and simulated outputs derived from collected athlete data to power odds calculations, probability modeling, and real-time betting feedback loops. The application extends to both real-world and simulated events within regulated betting environments.
Mark Gorski, Co-Inventor and CEO of SDL, stated, “Our proprietary and foundational IP, which covers a broad spectrum of novel athlete data-based applications that powers new betting products and intelligent decision-making tools in the gaming market, provides a tremendous opportunity for SDL and the emerging sports betting ecosystem in Japan.” He added that the patent reinforces SDL’s position at the forefront of developing sensor-based systems and methods to create value with athlete data in the sports betting ecosystem.
Stan Mimoto, Co-Inventor and President of SDL, commented, “This patent represents another milestone for our global IP strategy and secures part of our core intellectual property in Japan, covering systems and methods that collect and transform sensor-based athlete data and other gathered information into predictive models using AI.” He also noted the company’s intent to continue discussions with key players in the Japanese sports betting market to foster collaboration.
SDL possesses thirteen active patent families globally, encompassing a wide range of systems and methods related to the collection and distribution of sensor-based data, sensor communication, signal processing, data security, artificial intelligence-based predictions and simulations, synthetic data generation, remote communication networks, individual/group consent for personal data, and personal data monetization for the sports, human performance, and digital health ecosystems. This is the company’s fifth issued patent in Japan, following a recently announced AI-based athlete data simulation system that utilizes generated synthetic biological data to predict future events.
Sports Data Labs, Inc. (SDL) is a venture-backed company specializing in the collection, analysis, and distribution of real-time human data from sensors and other sensing systems. SDL offers patented and proprietary technologies that enable individuals to collect, control, and distribute their personal data, while employing artificial intelligence to transform this data into metrics, insights, and predictions for various real-time and on-demand applications. The company also provides data acquisition and monetization solutions through its proprietary Human Data Marketplace.
