Atos, a global leader in AI-powered digital transformation, has confirmed its successful delivery of digital ticketing and platform support for two major World DanceSport Federation (WDSF) events in 2026, reinforcing its role as a strategic technology partner for the international DanceSport community. The company announced on April 22, 2026, that it provided end-to-end digital solutions for both the WDSF DanceSport Festival in Blackpool and the World Breaking DanceSport Festival in Brisbane, marking the second consecutive year of collaboration with the federation for the Blackpool event.
In Blackpool, Atos managed the full digital user journey for the WDSF DanceSport Festival held from March 26 to 29, 2026, including online ticket sales, peak-demand management, and access control. The platform demonstrated robustness and scalability amid strong ticket demand, ensuring stable operations throughout the event lifecycle. This followed a successful initial deployment in 2025, which laid the foundation for the refined ticketing model used in 2026.
Simultaneously, Atos supported the World Breaking DanceSport Festival in Brisbane on January 17–18, 2026, deploying the same digital ticketing infrastructure. The Brisbane event, described as a landmark for Breaking’s development in Australia and Oceania, sold out ahead of the festival, further validating the reliability of Atos’ platform under high-demand conditions. The company noted that the smooth purchasing and access experience delivered to attendees confirmed the maturity of its digital solutions, which have been continuously improved since the 2025 collaboration.
These efforts align with WDSF’s broader strategy to grow Breaking globally following its Olympic debut at Paris 2024. Stakeholders highlighted the Brisbane 2032 Olympic Games as a long-term target for DanceSport inclusion, with events like the Brisbane festival helping build institutional interest and athlete pathways. With Breaking set to return at the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games, such grassroots and international festivals play a key role in developing competitive pathways.
Atos’ involvement with WDSF is part of a deeper strategic partnership announced on January 9, 2026, in Paris, France. The collaboration aims to spearhead a comprehensive digital transformation for the IOC-recognized sport, leveraging Atos’ extensive experience in managing technology for major global events. The partnership comes as Atos advances its “Genesis” strategic plan, unveiled in mid-2025, which focuses on streamlining operations and establishing the company as a leader in AI-powered digital solutions. A key component of this plan includes the planned divestiture of its legacy Tech Foundations business to focus the remaining entity, to be known as Eviden, on high-growth areas such as cybersecurity, cloud, and advanced computing.
The WDSF partnership reinforces Atos’ commitment to its Sports and Major Events division, a unit with over 30 years of experience in managing complex IT infrastructure for prestigious competitions. This division has been a consistent high-performer, with a long-standing relationship with the Olympic and Paralympic Movements since 1992. Atos currently serves as the Official IT Partner for UEFA National Team Football and an Innovation Partner for CONMEBOL, further underscoring its credibility in sports technology.
By delivering reliable, high-performance digital platforms for events that bring together athletes, federations, and audiences from around the world, Atos is helping WDSF enhance visibility, accessibility, and operational excellence. The successful execution of both the Blackpool and Brisbane festivals in early 2026 demonstrates the scalability of its solutions and strengthens its position as a trusted partner for international sports federations managing large-scale, multi-format events.
As the global DanceSport calendar continues to expand, Atos’ ongoing support for WDSF events will remain critical in enabling seamless digital experiences for participants and fans alike. The company’s focus on innovation, reliability, and user-centric design positions it to support future growth in the sport, particularly as Breaking gains momentum on the international stage.
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