You don’t need another treadmill collecting dust.

Meet the Aviron Victory Treadmill—designed to keep you consistent and your workouts from collecting dust. With science-backed programming inspired by game design and industry-leading hardware that’s comfortable, powerful, and built to last, the Victory will help you stay on track and actually see results. Here’s what makes the Victory different: 

• Science-Backed Workouts: Designed using game psychology to keep you motivated, engaged, and coming back for more day after day. 

• Endless variety for every fitness goal: Play, train, stream, and compete with the most extensive workout library, all on a stunning 22" HD touchscreen.

• A low to the ground, comfortable design: Walk, run, and train with Aviron’s cushioned ultra-low 4” Cloud Stride deck for advanced shock absorption and comfort. Commercial-quality build and performance: A 3.5 CHP motor, maintenance-free pre-waxed belt, 10-year warranty, and 400 lb capacity deliver unmatched durability and reliability.

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♻️ Populus Seattle Debuts as U.S.’s Second Carbon-Positive Hotel

Populus Seattle, located in Pioneer Square, opened in May 2025 as the nation’s second carbon-positive hotel. The 120-room boutique property transformed a historic warehouse into a model of sustainability, sequestering more carbon than it emits. Guests enjoy eco-friendly features like composting food waste, 100% renewable power, food-cycling, and a "one tree per night" planting program. Read more.

🚀 IHG Accelerates Expansion in Osaka and Kansai Region

IHG has announced a major growth push in Japan's Kansai region, especially Kyoto and Osaka. The hospitality group plans multiple new hotel signings and conversions across its diverse brands. This initiative aims to capture rising demand through targeted development ahead of regional tourism growth. Read more.

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🏷️ Dual-Brand Hotels Gain Popularity for Cost Efficiency

Dual-brand hotels—two brands under one roof—are increasingly preferred by developers aiming to cut construction and operating costs. Skift reports these setups enable shared services, multi-demographic appeal, and quicker profitability. Hoteliers benefit from combined marketing efforts and resource optimization. Read more.

🚯 Hotels Target Hidden Water Waste with Smart Tech

To reduce water waste, hotels are adopting smart leak-detection systems. These technologies identify silent leaks—like dripping toilets—that can drive up costs. Early detection saves water and reduces operating expenses, boosting both sustainability and profit margins. Read more.

🤖 AI-Powered Insights Engine for Hotels by Cogwheel and Microsoft

Cogwheel Analytics partnered with Microsoft AI Co-Innovation Labs to build an AI-powered Analysis and Recommendation Engine for the hospitality sector. The goal was to turn complex, fragmented hotel data into actionable insights. The engine helps identify underperformance, benchmark against peers, and recommend data-driven strategies. With Microsoft’s support, Cogwheel quickly developed a working prototype that integrates with Azure tools and large language models, enabling hotels to make smarter marketing and revenue decisions at scale. Read more.

🌟 New “University Hotels” Brand Targets Campus and Healthcare Communities

Developer A.F. Canta and Reliance Hospitality have launched University Hotels, a boutique hospitality brand designed specifically for university and hospital communities. The concept combines boutique luxury with private-club-level wellness services. Properties will accommodate visiting scholars, alumni, medical guests, and dignitaries, with the first flagship expected in fall 2025 and a hotel opening by spring 2026. The model involves joint ventures where universities or hospitals contribute real estate in exchange for equity. Read more.

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