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🤖 Generative AI Agents Revolutionize Hotel Operations

⚡ In the ever-evolving landscape of hospitality, Generative AI (genAI) agents are poised to become indispensable assets, reshaping hotel operations from the ground up. While initial perceptions of AI in the industry often revolved around chatbots fielding guest inquiries, the potential for these AI agents extends far beyond mere conversation. Read More.

💸 Hotel CEOs Bag Massive Pay Packages in 2023

⚡ In a staggering turn of events, top hotel CEOs witnessed a surge in their paychecks during 2023, eclipsing their earnings from the previous year. Read More.

🤝 Hotstats Names New CEO and Chief Experience Officer

⚡ In a significant move for HotStats, Pablo Alonso steps down as CEO after an illustrious 14-year tenure. Transitioning to a non-executive board role and Senior Consultant, Alonso leaves behind a legacy of unparalleled growth and global recognition for the brand's benchmarking prowess. Read More.

🌍 Nobu Hospitality Expands Markets In Bulgaria

⚡ Renowned actor and co-founder of Nobu Hospitality, Robert De Niro, is set to make waves in Bulgaria's hospitality scene with the opening of two luxury hotels under the Nobu brand. The US-based brand, known for its upscale hotels, restaurants, and residences, is making its mark in Bulgaria with properties in Sofia and Varna. Read More.

🇯🇵 Over 100 hotels in Japan fall victim to Booking.com phishing scams

⚡ Over 100 hotels in Japan have fallen victim to email scams that try to steal customers' credit card information using accommodation reservation site Booking.com, a Kyodo News tally found Saturday. Read More.