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Elements of Byron Generates Over AUD 250,000 in Upsell Revenue Using Canary Technologies, Reports 75% Mobile Check-In Adoption

🏨 Elements of Byron, a 202-villa resort beside 20 acres of rainforest in Byron Bay, Australia, adopted Canary Technologies to streamline guest services. Around 75% of guests now choose mobile check-in, rating it 4.75/5 on average. Digital upsells have generated over AUD 250,000 since launch. Smart Checkout alerts housekeeping when guests leave, improving room-turnover efficiency. General Manager Michael Skinner says reduced manual administration gives staff more time to…

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Hotel Shield Wins 2026 AHLA/HTNG TechOvation Award for AI-Powered Platform Helping Hotels Combat Human Trafficking

🏨 Hotel Shield won the 2026 AHLA/HTNG TechOvation Award, now in its 11th year, for AI-powered hotel security that matches individuals against trafficking watchlists and instantly alerts staff. Selected from nine semifinalists at The Hospitality Show, it won through judging and live audience voting among three finalists. HPE won the inaugural international edition at HTNG Connect:…

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