Hardware

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News / Technology
Pudu Robotics adds $15M in fresh funding
By Linda Fox | February 21, 2023
The funds will go toward expanding production capacity via a new production base for Pudu Robotics as well as the development of robotics for commercial cleaning purposes. Read More
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News / Online
Property management system Sihot acquires hardware provider Addipos
By Kathryn Walson | December 15, 2022
Sihot has collaborated with Addipos for years to deliver point-of-sale hardware and software for resorts, hotel chains, campsites, hostels and other properties. Read More
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News / Online
Airbnb names OMG! Fund hosts, launches noise-monitoring technology
By Jill Menze | October 17, 2022
Airbnb has announced the recipients of its $10,000,000 OMG! Fund as well as a partnership with Minut to provide noise-monitoring support for hosts. Read More
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Opinion / Technology
Why proptech is key for a sustainable rental business
By Jim Netska - PointCentral | September 9, 2022
It’s crucial for property managers to understand the importance of property technology and how it can supercharge long-term strategic business goals. Read More
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News / Technology
Alaska Airlines launches electronic bag tags to streamline check-in
By Kathryn Walson | July 25, 2022
The electronic bag tags can be activated up to 24 hours before a flight via the Alaska Airlines app. Read More
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News / Technology
What’s next for voice in short-term rentals?
By Dana Young - AIPEX Technologies | July 22, 2022
Are we approaching a tipping point where AI will be a normal part of the guest experience in a short-term rental? Read More
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News / Technology
Miami airport enables largest use of biometric tech in U.S.
By Mitra Sorrells | May 17, 2022
Miami International Airport is rolling out SITA's biometric boarding system for international flights at all of its more than 130 gates. Read More
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Opinion / Technology
Decentralization is not a dirty word in hospitality
By Vinod Kelwani - Technoheaven | April 13, 2022
When you evaluate the basis for a decentralized hospitality market, as a travel agent or online travel agency, you’d be forgiven for telling most people to go and wash their mouth out. Read More
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News / Startups
Casai broadens tech offerings with Loopkey acquisition
By Jill Menze | April 4, 2022
Loopkey is a smart-lock hardware and software company based in Brazil. Read More
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Interview / Startups
STARTUP STAGE: StayFi enables Wi-Fi marketing for short-term rentals
By Mitra Sorrells | April 4, 2022
StayFi wants to help short-term rental companies reduce their dependence on OTAs by capturing guest data that can be used for direct communications. Read More
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Opinion / Technology
How to solve the lodging industry’s tech skills gap
By Sebastien Leitner - Cloudbeds | March 14, 2022
The industry must streamline training, prioritize technology that is easy to use and educate the next generation of hospitality workers. Read More
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News / Startups
APAC micromobility startup Beam raises $93M for expansion
By Mitra Sorrells | February 28, 2022
Founded in 2018, Beam currently operates in 35 cities across Australia, New Zealand, South Korea, Thailand and Malaysia. Read More
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News / Technology
Vacasa adds smart-home tech to all properties
By Mitra Sorrells | February 24, 2022
Vacasa is covering the cost to install smart locks, custom Wi-Fi routers and noise-monitoring systems in its 35,000 homes. Read More
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Interview / Startups
Hot 25 Startups 2022: NoiseAware
By PhocusWire | November 15, 2021
NoiseAware's mission is to protect properties, profits, and peace of mind for property managers and hoteliers across the world. Read More
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News / Technology
Princess Cruises president John Padgett on driving brand, tech innovation
By Johanna Jainchill - Travel Weekly | October 19, 2021
The line's new president talks about how innovation adds value to vacations. Read More