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💻 Turneo launched Neo, an AI platform specifically for hotels, on January 2026. It's trained on thousands of hotel guest interactions, supports 95+ languages, and deploys in one day with no technical staff. Neo automates over 80% of hotel requests, integrates with hotel systems for full control over guest interactions, and enhances guest satisfaction by providing instant responses. Founded in 2022 by Matija Marijan and Fran Kauzlaric, Turneo's platform addresses hospitality's unique challenges.

🏨 LodgIQ has revolutionized hotel data integration by engineering a deep API connection to PMS systems in 2025. Unlike traditional systems, which rely on aggregated snapshots, LodgIQ's solution processes individual transactions with full attribute visibility, enabling near real-time data sync. This innovation provides hotels with detailed, actionable insights for revenue management. The platform, based in Silicon Valley, utilizes Oracle Hospitality Integration and HTNG-compliant APIs to offer predictive forecasting and AI-guided strategies for improved decision-making.

📅 2026 sees AI shift to operational use, with 66% of event professionals indicating AI lets them focus on high-value work. Trust is a key differentiator in a low-trust digital world, while personalization becomes attendee-led. Event costs are expected to rise 20% compared to 2025, prompting a focus on value. First-party data gains importance due to digital attribution challenges. Lastly, 48% of professionals are sourcing non-hotel venues, with restaurants at 45%.

🏨 Roomzzz, since 2006, now operates 11 aparthotels in 8 UK cities. To manage growing operational complexity, they chose RMS as their property management system after evaluating 20 providers. RMS offers real-time visibility, automates 40% of payments, saves up to 11 hours daily, and benefits 60% of long-stay guests with automated VAT drops. All 10 properties migrated in under a week. RMS Pay improves efficiency and guest experience by automating processes.