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The agentic infrastructure overhaul: 3 non-negotiable pillars for 2026

💻 2025 marked a revelation for many organizations as “smart” AI agents struggled with outdated infrastructure. By 2026, leaders will focus on redesigning workflows for an agentic-first world. Key strategies include semantic telemetry, stateless asynchronous APIs, and a metadata layer for context-rich decisions. These components promise to transform enterprise systems from rigid patterns to event-driven fluidity, paving the way for successful AI integration. Read more about these strategies at cio.com.
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2026 Starts Here: Events, Ideas, and the Conversations Shaping Hospitality

📅 2026 ushers in a promising era for Hospitality Net and the hospitality industry. In January, Hospitality Net will unveil a revamped website aimed at enhancing content discovery and networking. 2026 also introduces a campaign on AI's impact, collaboratively exploring its real-world applications. The new Industry Calendar, featuring global events across technology, sustainability, finance, and more, supports industry engagement. An opportunity for event additions is available for broader participation.
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When will humanoid robots start cleaning my hotel room?

🤖 Humanoid robots are being tested in factories and domestic settings in early 2026 due to labor shortages in hospitality. These robots, like Tesla’s Optimus, are learning tasks such as picking up items. High costs and developmental stages limit their immediate deployment, but costs are expected to decrease with market competition. Housekeeping and cooking tasks are challenging for robots, delaying their adoption in these roles, but they may replace well-paid jobs first.
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RateGain Announces Exclusive Partnership with Aztech Digital to Accelerate UNO VIVA’s Expansion Across Greece and Cyprus

🏨 RateGain Travel Technologies announced a reseller partnership with Aztech Digital, enhancing UNO VIVA's reach in Greece and Cyprus. UNO VIVA is an AI voice agent for hotels, managing reservations in over 30 languages, 24/7. Aztech Digital, with 25+ years of expertise, will distribute it exclusively, reducing operational costs by up to 60% and increasing revenue by 40%. RateGain serves 3,200+ customers in 100+ countries, including 16 Global Fortune 500 companies.
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RobosizeME to Sponsor Oracle Hospitality Summit 2026, Brings Time-Saving Workflow Automations to OHIP Users

💻 Prague, January 8, 2026: RobosizeME will sponsor Oracle Hospitality Summit 2026, January 19-21 in London. By integrating with Oracle Hospitality Integration Platform (OHIP), RobosizeME's solutions save over 24,000 staff hours annually. Batch Deposit Processing saves over 17,400 hours, while the Booking.com Commission Checker saves over 5,000 hours. Trusted by major hotels like Radisson and Kempinski, RobosizeME’s secure automation is reshaping hotel operations, enhancing efficiency and precision.
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Are You a Sales Manager or a Highly Paid Data Entry Clerk?

📈 Hotel sales professionals face administrative burdens, with manual data entry into PMS and CRM systems, inefficient negotiation processes, and time-consuming Friday reporting. Demand Calendar offers a specialized CRM for hotels, automating data processes and saving 40 hours per month. This leads to €1,800+ in monthly value per salesperson. By integrating with PMS and offering dynamic tools, the CRM eliminates repetitive tasks and improves workflow efficiency, allowing sales teams to focus on revenue generation.
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26 data-driven insights to make your organization smarter

💻 Online travel bookings surpassed $1 trillion, growing faster than offline channels globally. Asia Pacific accounts for over a third of global OTA sales. Social network usage for trip research rose from 16% in 2023 to 19% in 2025 in the U.S. 58% of active U.S. travelers use AI; 39% use it specifically for travel planning. 25-33% are interested in AI booking tools. By 2026, millions will adopt digital identity wallets for secure bookings.
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Beyond Function: When Key Cards Carry Culture

📝 Since 2011, GCSTIMES has operated globally from centers in China, the US, UAE, France, and Australia. They offer sustainable material innovations, including city-themed wooden key cards, to over 140 countries, supporting 100,000 hospitality groups. GCSTIMES focuses on sustainability, cultural preservation, and technological innovation, with a portfolio comprising GCS, AUROkeys, Xenyra, and Glint Spot. Their products promote local heritage while achieving low-carbon goals.
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Travelsoft double downs expansion with yet…

💸 Global travel technology group Travelsoft acquired .BOSYS Software GmbH in January 2026. Founded in 2002, .BOSYS supports over 3,000 travel agencies in Germany and Austria, and specializes in CRM, mid-office, and back-office solutions. This acquisition is Travelsoft's first of 2026, increasing its group to 12 companies and employing over 700 experts. Travelsoft aims to enhance its presence in Germany and Austria while maintaining product continuity and customer support within the .BOSYS team.
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ICAO locks in agreement with Amadeus for…

✈️ Amadeus and ICAO signed a Memorandum of Understanding to support ICAO's No Country Left Behind (NCLB) initiative. The collaboration aims to boost the adoption of advanced digital technologies in international air transport by 2050. Amadeus will provide expertise in travel technology, digital identity, and data management. Initial NCLB deliverables are expected in the first half of 2026. This effort aligns with ICAO's TRIP framework and Doc 9303 specifications.
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