Tech & Innovation

A landmark December 2025 court ruling in Berlin against Booking.com has sent profound shockwaves through the global hotel industry, signaling a potential and long-awaited end to the era of OTA-enforced rate parity. For over a decade, restrictive "best price" clauses have limited hotels' ability to

In an industry where the human touch is paramount, the rise of Artificial Intelligence often sparks a debate between efficiency and empathy. We're joined by an expert who argues it's not a choice between one or the other, but a partnership. With a long history of owning, developing, and managing

The digital front desk is no longer confined to a hotel lobby; it now lives within the complex algorithms of AI-powered travel planners and the public forum of online reviews, where a single service misstep can have lasting financial consequences. In this new landscape, hotels face a critical

With a rich background in the travel and tourism industry, Katarina Railko has become a key voice in entertainment and large-scale events. Her expertise in managing the complex logistics of expos and conferences gives her a unique perspective on the challenges and opportunities facing ambitious

The long-standing technological gridlock within corporate travel is finally breaking, not with a minor update, but with a fundamental architectural shift driven by a pivotal partnership. The collaboration between DerbySoft, a global leader in travel industry connectivity, and myRiva, an innovative

After navigating a challenging 2025 defined by significant economic pressures, the U.S. hotel industry is looking toward the current year with a sense of cautious optimism. Projections from the American Hotel & Lodging Association signal a period of modest but meaningful growth, marking a potential