UPDATE: Customer Data Confirmed Stolen in Omni Hotels Cyberattack
Daixin ransomware gang claims responsibility for the attack. Plus, cybersecurity experts offer some advice.
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UPDATE: Customer Data Confirmed Stolen in Omni Hotels Cyberattack
Daixin ransomware gang claims responsibility for the attack. Plus, cybersecurity experts offer some advice.
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Digitizing Gratuity: Hotel Tipping for Modern Guests
Learn how digital tipping fosters higher wages, feedback, and talent retention in the hospitality sector.
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Cendyn’s World Tour kicks off in New York
Hotel tech companies join forces for a globetrotting adventure of innovation, connection, and industry transformation.
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The 3 types and the implementation of training and development
Employee training and development is very crucial in employee performance and customer satisfaction. In a previous article, I described the connection of Training & Development to Employee Motivation and Customer Loyalty…
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Guesty, a leading software platform for property management in the short-term rental (STR) and hospitality sector, has announced a Series F funding round of $130 million. The round was spearheaded by KKR, a global investment firm, with Inovia…
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How Hotels Can Leverage Financial Integration to Boost Efficiency and Profitability
Within a hotel organization’s finance and accounting departments, the importance of system integration cannot be overstated. Ensuring that all elements of the tech stack complement each other’s capabilities not only streamlines critical property…
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A third of people have switched hotel rooms due to ‘bad air’
New research has uncovered the significant influence of air conditioning and ventilation on top-tier hospitality experiences, emphasising the vital role of air as a wellness trend gaining traction within the industry…
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Track This Hotel Launches Service to Help Travelers Save on Hotel Bookings
Today, Track This Hotel announced the launch of its platform to help travelers manage hotel booking costs more effectively. By monitoring hotel rates after booking, the service alerts users to potential savings, offering a practical solution in a…
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The Rise of Mobile Keys in Hospitality
Digital guest keys have come of age, overcoming many early hurdles, including technical issues, compatibility, and user adoption. Today, digital keys, accessed through a guest's smartphone, are becoming commonplace at upscale hotels and resorts and…
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Cybersecurity expert shares what guests, hotels should know in wake of Omni breach
In the wake of a recent cyberattack on Omni Hotels & Resorts that prompted a "shut down [of] its systems to protect and contain its data," experts are reminding people of the actions guests can take to preserve their digital safety and weighing in…
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Why Hoteliers Should Rethink Their Elevator’s Lifeline: PBX vs. Dedicated Emergency Phones
While PBX systems utilizing Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) networks are ideal for general hotel communication, emergency communications paths within the elevator must meet unique code requirements and require special attention as it pertains to…
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Metaverse mapping: Blockchain’s role in building virtual hotel realities
The blockchain industry is experiencing exponential growth, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 56.3%, poised to reach an impressive $163.83 billion by 2029.
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Hotels are cashing in on boom in multi-billion dollar sleep tourism industry
Hotels are cashing in on a boom in the multi-billion dollar sleep tourism industry with a host of high-tech room features promising a dream vacation.
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Choice Hotels Promotes Sireesha Kunduri to Chief of Product Engineering
Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), one of the world's largest lodging franchisors and a leader in hospitality technology, announced today that it has promoted Sireesha Kunduri to Chief of Product Engineering…
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The partnership allows hotels to combine room and food & beverage optimization for the first time.
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Frustrating: Hotel Currency Conversion Scams Gone Wild
It’s really discouraging to see how some hotels try to prey on their guests, especially when we’re talking about properties belonging to international hotel groups, where you’d hope there would at least be some brand standards……
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What technology is used in smart hotels?
Smart hotel technology has evolved to the point where integrating it into every stage of the guest journey is as standard as offering an online check-in. As guest expectations continue to evolve, your hotel must rise to the challenge of surpassing…
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Security Flaw Can Open Over 3 Million Door Locks, Mainly at Hotels
According to security researchers, the flaw can let a hacker unlock door systems from Dormakaba's Saflok brand, which is used across numerous hotel properties.
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