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Fanatics designs NHL Hometown Remix jerseys for all 32 teams

Fanatics and the NHL launched Hometown Remix, a new league-wide uniform and apparel program covering all 32 NHL teams. This marks the first time Fanatics has designed and developed a jersey program for an entire league, taking on full responsibility for design and execution alongside the NHL and its clubs. The collection, inspired by each team's city and fan base, will be worn during select games this season. Fanatics has been an NHL partner since 2005, expanding to on-ice uniforms in 2023 when the Adidas deal ended. The launch comes ahead of the holiday season and includes premium and authentic jerseys priced at $275 and $500. Fanatics' CEO of Commerce Andrew Low Ah Kee and NHL's Brian Jennings highlight the milestone and potential for future league-wide programs based on fan insights.

• Fanatics and NHL launched Hometown Remix, a uniform and apparel program covering all 32 NHL teams.
• This is the first league-wide jersey design and development program by Fanatics for a professional sports league.
• The jerseys will be worn by teams during select games in the 2026-27 season.

Fanatics Uses OpenAI for Shop the Look

Fanatics has partnered with OpenAI to launch an AI-powered 'Shop the Look' feature on its website and official NFL, NBA, MLB, and NHL online stores. The tool, built using OpenAI's Codex, analyzes product and catalog data to recommend coordinated, in-stock team merchandise based on style and team affiliation, helping shoppers navigate over 1.5 million SKUs. In a pilot across 30,000 MLB products, the feature boosted engagement and views of recommended items by 10% compared to the previous version. Fanatics' Chief Product Officer noted that shopping sessions previously averaged over 30 minutes. The partnership reflects OpenAI's broader retail push, following integrations with Walmart and the adoption of its Agentic Commerce Protocol. Meanwhile, OpenAI is discontinuing Instant Checkout to focus on dedicated ChatGPT apps for retailers.

• Fanatics partners with OpenAI to launch 'Shop the Look', using Codex to recommend coordinated merchandise.
• Feature is live on Fanatics.com and official NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL online stores, covering 1.5 million SKUs.
• Pilot on 30,000 MLB products showed 10% higher engagement and views.

Fanatics Collectibles to Open Its Second Global Flagship Store in Paris, Building on Record London Success

Fanatics Collectibles to open its second global flagship store in Paris, building on record London success. Also, Fanatics introduces Fanatics Sports & Casino: One App for fans to bet, trade or play, and renews trading card deal for UEFA Champions League.

Prediction Markets See Anthropic IPO Near-Certain After SEC Filing

Anthropic has moved closer to its public market debut by filing a Form S-1 with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. Prediction market traders on platforms like Kalshi and Polymarket are assigning high probabilities to the AI company completing its IPO this year, with Kalshi showing a 95% chance of an official announcement. The filing reveals plans for a Nasdaq listing under the ticker symbol 'ANT'. A Wall Street Journal report indicates Anthropic targets starting trading the week of November 16, though Kalshi traders only give a 14% probability of trading beginning before then. Polymarket traders estimate a 69% chance of listing by November 20. The move marks a significant step for one of the leading AI companies, with investors now gaining insight into its financials.

• Anthropic filed Form S-1 with the SEC on Monday, October 26, 2026.
• Kalshi prediction market shows 95% odds of Anthropic officially announcing its IPO by end of 2026.
• Anthropic plans to list on Nasdaq under the ticker 'ANT'.

Polymarket CMO Fired Amid Regulatory Investigations

Polymarket, the crypto-based prediction market platform, has reportedly fired its Chief Marketing Officer Matthew Moddaber, as reported by the New York Post. Moddaber, who joined in 2024 and was the company's 11th employee, is also a co-founder of BeReal and Salad House. The firing comes amidst a string of controversies, including a Wall Street Journal investigation alleging the company hired college students to film fake videos of successful trades, prompting senators to call for a CFTC investigation. Additionally, New York Governor Kathy Hochul and Attorney General Letitia James have filed a lawsuit against Polymarket for operating an illegal gambling operation. The platform has also faced scrutiny from the New York City Council and Harvard researchers, who found suspicious trading patterns. Despite these issues, Polymarket released its first U.S. political campaign directed by Kathryn Bigelow.

• Polymarket reportedly fired CMO Matthew Moddaber, as reported by the New York Post on October 23, 2026.
• Matthew Moddaber served as marketing chief since 2024 and was Polymarket's 11th employee.
• A Wall Street Journal investigation found Polymarket hired college students to film fake trade videos, prompting senators to urge a CFTC investigation.

Kalshi launches 'King Blocker' device to mute LeBron James mentions

Kalshi, a prediction market platform, has launched a creative campaign featuring NBA player Dillon Brooks to promote its new 'King Blocker' device, which mutes any mention of his on-court rival LeBron James on electronic devices. The campaign, created by agency es muy good, includes a TV ad where Brooks uses the device to block James' name and nicknames. Kalshi is offering the physical device as a giveaway via a dedicated microsite, marking the first time the brand has released a tangible product alongside a campaign. The campaign runs for eight days across TV, streaming, and social platforms, starting with the NBA Tip-Off. Kalshi has grown significantly in 2026, with analysts estimating its valuation could approach $42 billion, and competes with other prediction markets like Polymarket. The brand emphasizes it does not allow trading on global conflicts.

• Kalshi launched the 'King Blocker' device to mute LeBron James mentions, promoted by NBA player Dillon Brooks.
• The campaign was created by agency es muy good.
• The King Blocker is a real physical device offered via giveaway on a dedicated microsite.