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Amazon to close Amazon Go and Amazon Fresh physical stores

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Become A Member Hotel

📖 Established in 1968 by 12 independent hoteliers, Preferred Hotels & Resorts has over 50 years of experience enhancing the prestige of luxury hotels globally. The company, family-owned since 2003, introduced the I Prefer Hotel Rewards program in 2006. They acquired Beyond Green Travel in 2020. Renowned locations include NIZUC Resort & Spa (Mexico), Wynn Las Vegas (USA), and Hotel Unique (Brazil). Their strategic approach focuses on marketing partnerships, distribution, and guest loyalty to boost profitability and awareness.
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Four signals from the front lines of AI investment

🚀 In Phocuswright's latest study, senior travel executives reveal that generative AI adoption is a top priority. Despite this, most deployments remain small and tactical. Key challenges include integration complexity, talent gaps, and data security, rather than interest or budget constraints. The study highlights the importance of strategizing currently to become future winners in the AI space.
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GCSTIMES Environmental Policy | Part 5 & 6: Product Usage Phase Management & End-of-Life Product Management

📚 Since 2011, GCSTIMES, with centers in China, US, UAE, France, and Australia, supports over 100,000 hospitality groups in 140 countries. They focus on sustainable product lifecycle management through energy-efficient operations, recyclability, and circular solutions. Offering brands like GCS and AUROkeys, they promote cultural preservation through smart cards and sustainable supplies. Their approach aids the hospitality industry's shift toward a circular economy, emphasizing long-term growth through sustainable practices.
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Hotel Hans bridges “two very different parts of Copenhagen”

🏨 Danish studio Norrøn Architects redesigned Hotel Hans, a 91-room hotel in a 1900 building straddling Copenhagen's Frederiksberg and Nørrebro neighborhoods. The hotel’s interior blends industrial and green elements, using terrazzo, polished steel, and green hues. The lobby features sculptures and custom lighting, while the BOLO restaurant offers Mediterranean cuisine. The hotel reflects Copenhagen's craftsmanship tradition, integrating bespoke furniture and art by Petterson & Hein, emphasizing a connection to the city’s history and greenery.
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Jeffer Mangels Butler & Mitchell LLP Announces Firm Name Change as It Enters Its 45th Year

📖 Jeffer Mangels Butler & Mitchell LLP will change its name to Jeffer Mangels & Mitchell LLP (JMM) on February 1, 2026, marking its 45th year. The firm, founded in 1981 by Bruce Jeffer, Robert Mangels, and Burton Mitchell, operates in Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Orange County, serving clients globally. JMM plans leadership changes and a new website as part of its strategic vision. The firm is known for its success in complex transactions and legal counsel.
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