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Friday brought business model lessons and technology milestones. Selina's $1.2 billion valuation collapsed to near-zero when its digital nomad-focused model couldn't achieve profitability despite operating 163 destinations. Meanwhile, Apaleo demonstrated live hotel bookings through ChatGPT in sec...

Hospitality doesn’t believe in balance the way other industries do.

Airbnb co-founder discusses how nature-based stays drive rural economic development and the platform's AI innovation strategy at ITB 2026.

Selina's $1.2 billion valuation collapsed to near-zero when its digital nomad-focused model couldn't achieve profitability despite 163 destinations.

Hilton's first Mongolia property will feature 227 rooms in a mixed-use tower, opening 2028 in Ulaanbaatar's business district.

Sirma demonstrated Vela at ITB Berlin, an AI agent that connects directly to hotel PMS systems for voice and chat guest interactions.

The family-owned management company added 1,000 rooms across Central and South Texas, elevating Scott Austin to COO to oversee the expanded operations.

Two iconic boutique hotels in Siem Reap and Luang Prabang will convert to The Luxury Collection brand by 2026-2027, marking Marriott's debut in Laos.

American Liberty Hospitality achieved 10-15% F&B revenue growth across five properties by deploying mobile POS systems that eliminate staff trips to fixed terminals.