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Just Salad Launches ‘Salad AI’ Recipe Generator to Personalize Dining Experience

🏨 Stash Hotel Rewards doubled its network from 160 to over 320 independent properties in two years. This loyalty program challenges big hotel chains and OTAs by driving direct bookings and customer retention for hotels like Boston's The Lenox. Boasting over 1.2 million members, Stash partners average a 4.5 or 5.0 TripAdvisor rating. A Cornell University study found Stash members stay 50% more and spend $780 extra annually, with 82% converting from OTA bookings to direct. Hotels are fully compensated during point redemptions, with program costs under 1% of those charged by major chains.
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Message from the Chairman of the Board of Shiji Group

📌 In 2024, Shiji Group expanded the Shiji Enterprise Platform to over 20 countries, including full migration of 114 FLETCHER hotels in Europe within two months. They secured partnerships with global chains like Melco Resorts, Van der Valk, and held an 80% market share in China’s five-star hotel SaaS sector. Their AI engine, HALO, advanced in Asia, while new modules and a Unified Payment Service were launched. Looking ahead to 2025, Shiji aims to scale operations and innovate in hotel and travel technology.
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OPIC Technologies’ Spatial Livestream Technology

🤖 LG Electronics secured a majority stake in Bear Robotics by acquiring an additional 30% on Jan. 22, following an initial $60 million investment in March 2024 for a 21% stake. LG now holds a 51% stake, integrating Bear Robotics' AI-driven service robots with LG's "CLOi Robots." Bear Robotics, founded in 2017, services markets in the U.S., South Korea, and Japan. LG will launch the AI Home Hub Q9 within the year, featuring Microsoft’s voice technology and multimodal sensing. At CES 2025, CEO William Cho hinted at expanding LG's robot focus to a "Zero-labor Home." LG's robotics software capabilities are enhanced by this acquisition, aiming for an integrated software platform across commercial, industrial, and home robots to shorten development cycles and improve user experience.
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Guest Engagement Trends from the Sports and Entertainment World

🏀 Co-op Live in Manchester, England opened with a 10,500 square meter rooftop solar panel array and advanced audio-visual system. Predicted 2025 trends for sports and entertainment venues include AI optimizing venue operations and fan engagement, personalized fan experiences based on data, and venues transforming into year-round communal spaces integrated with entertainment districts. AI analyzes spatial data and menu item popularity for efficient staffing and stock levels, while technology aids in creating unique fan profiles for targeted marketing and loyalty-building experiences. Communal spaces connect to residential and entertainment areas, fostering community and venue loyalty.
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