# Live Auction Stadium Apps 'Dropit' Has Fans Compete in Live Auctions at Sporting Events By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2017-10-27 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dropit References: [psfk](https://www.psfk.com/2017/10/live-auctions-created-for-fans-at-sporting-events.html) & [appsto.re](https://appsto.re/us/FnRW-.i) 'Dropit' sets itself apart as a unique [mobile application that gamifies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rankbid) the traditional auction experience and caters to audiences at [live sporting events](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/telstra-touch-and-track). The app showcases the live 60-second auctions on stadium scoreboards, making it possible for event attendees to bid for items at deeply discounted prices. Recently, a [Ducati](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ducati-1) motorcycle (which retails for more than $15,000) was auctioned off at a baseball game for just under $4,000. To use the app, stadium-goers must download it and register. Once an auction has begun, users have the chance to bid immediately, or wait it out and see if they can snag a coveted item at a lower price. However, as there will be many like-minded individuals at the stadium who are hoping for a deal, the stakes are high and bids are extremely competitive. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.9/10 - Popularity: 15% | Activity: 33% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/mobile) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Live Event Auction Apps:** Innovative mobile applications are transforming the live auction experience, making it more gamified and competitive for event attendees. - **Real-time Scoreboard Bidding:** Real-time bidding on stadium scoreboards is providing an immersive experience for fans attending live events. - **Discounted Price Auctions:** Auctions offering deeply discounted prices are a major trend in the live event industry, providing opportunities for event-goers to score big savings. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Sports and Entertainment:** The sports and entertainment industry is ripe for integrating live auction technology to create a more engaging fan experience. - **E-commerce:** The e-commerce industry can leverage the popularity of live event auctions to create new online auction platforms that cater to a wider audience. - **Mobile App Development:** Mobile app developers can capitalize on the demand for interactive and innovative auction apps by creating new and innovative products for the live event industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Gen Z Sports Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stadium-live.md) - [Virtual Coin Drop Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/taco-bell-coin-drop.md) - [Bidding Reservation Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diibs.md) - [Digital Scoreboard Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scoreboardtv.md) - [Sporting Event-Focused Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/big-game-ticketed-experience.md) - [Large-Scale Livestream Giveaways](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-big-reward.md) - [Online Auction-Inspired Marketplaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/online-auction-format.md) - [Immersive Sports Streaming Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sports-streaming-apps.md) - [Pro-Level Workout Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dropset-app.md)