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China fines Trip.com $765 million for forcing hotels into exclusive deals and controlling their prices
TL;DR China fines Trip.com $765 million for forcing hotel partners into exclusive deals and controlling their pricing China’s market regulator fined Trip.com Group $765 million on Saturday after concluding that the country’s largest online travel platform abused its dominant market position. The State Administration for Market Regulation said Trip.com used its traffic allocation algorithms, platform
With help from data, art museums are reframing the visitor experience
Skip to content Museums are embracing data-driven curation and a shifting technology landscape. Visitors at the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam. Visitors at the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam. Giovanni Kanter goes to at least one art museum whenever he visits a new city. That’s on top of his regular exploration of galleries in New
CW@60: The mirror and the machine – three decades on the frontlines of the tech revolution
Every technology innovation and every IT project is, at its heart, a human-interest story - and those delivering the IT should always remember that, says IT services veteran Sam Kingston By Sam Kingston Published: 24 Jul 2026 On 22 September 2026, Computer Weekly turns 60. To mark the milestone, we asked some of our friends
3 hotel casinos approved for New York City
An article from Dive Brief The winning bids went to the Hard Rock, Genting Group’s Resorts World and Bally’s and will see resorts and complexes come to Queens and the Bronx. Published Dec. 19, 2025 Lara Ewen Contributor Among two other hotel casino projects, the New York State Gaming Commission has approved Bally’s Corporation's 3
Mag HON 360-361: A new stir in greenfield hotel development
Member of the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors, Sylvie Bergeret, Head of Research at MKG, has nearly 25 years of experience in the hotel market. She shares her insights with us on the current mindset and outlook for hospitality investment...
Japan Hotel REIT Posts 72% Jump in Net Income and More Asia Real Estate Headlines
Suchad Chiaranussati, founder and chairman of SC Capital Partners The benefits of Japan’s tourism boom lead today’s collection of real estate headlines from around the region, as the country’s largest hotel REIT reports some healthy returns. Also in the news, Richard Li’s FWD Insurance will hang its name on a Swire Properties office tower and
Asylum hotel protest to see ‘increased police presence’
A protest against the use of a hotel to accommodate asylum seekers will see an “increased police presence”, the Metropolitan Police has said. The force has imposed conditions on a protest and counter protest outside the Thistle City Barbican Hotel in Islington, north London, on Saturday. A protest and counter protest will also take place
Capital Hotel strengthens market position with investments, impressive performance
With sustained investments in its Abuja property, Capital Hotel PLC (owners of Abuja Continental Hotel), has strengthened its position in the Nigerian hospitality industry. The hospitality company’s investments in facility upgrades have also boosted the industry with stellar service delivery to guests, amid strong performance. Speaking at the company’s 44th Annual General Meeting, which was
Buddha-Bar Hotel slated to open in Dubai in 2027
Kleindienst Group has announced two new luxury openings in partnership with George V Eatertainment, bringing Buddha-Bar to Dubai’s The World Islands’ Heart of Europe. Buddha-Bar will open the Hotel & Floating Villas and the Beach Honeymoon Island within 24 months. Furthermore, the Buddha-Bar Hotel will feature 62 overwater keys, offering signature architecture, Mediterranean design, music
Hotel Brand Websites Gain Popularity Over OTAs in Offering Best Rates
Hotel Brand Websites Gain Popularity Over OTAs in Offering Best Rates - Image Credit Unsplash The latest Hotel Guest Survey from BVA BDRC indicates increased U.K. domestic business travel intentions over the past two years. Consumers increasingly perceive hotel brand websites as offering the best rates, leading to a decline in favor of OTAs. According
The Linq Hotel & Caesars Hit with Lawsuit Related to Alleged Assault
A woman has filed a lawsuit against the Linq Hotel, Caesars Entertainment, and other Las Vegas Strip restaurants and hotels, claiming she was “violently” assaulted and subsequently ignored by security staff. Caesars Entertainment, The Linq Hotel, and others Are Being Sued Nevada resident Malissa Danielle Miles is suing several parties for negligence, including Caesars Entertainment
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China fines Trip.com $765 million for forcing hotels into exclusive deals and controlling their prices
TL;DR China fines Trip.com $765 million for forcing hotel partners into exclusive deals and controlling their pricing China’s market regulator fined Trip.com Group $765 million on Saturday after concluding that the country’s largest online travel platform abused its dominant market position. The State Administration for Market Regulation said Trip.com used its traffic allocation algorithms, platform
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With help from data, art museums are reframing the visitor experience
Skip to content Museums are embracing data-driven curation and a shifting technology landscape. Visitors at the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam. Visitors at the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam. Giovanni Kanter goes to at least one art museum whenever he visits a new city. That’s on top of his regular exploration of galleries in New
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CW@60: The mirror and the machine – three decades on the frontlines of the tech revolution
Every technology innovation and every IT project is, at its heart, a human-interest story - and those delivering the IT should always remember that, says IT services veteran Sam Kingston By Sam Kingston Published: 24 Jul 2026 On 22 September 2026, Computer Weekly turns 60. To mark the milestone, we asked some of our friends
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God of War Laufey Launches February 16, 2027, New Kratos-Led God of War Game Announced
by William D'Angelo , posted 1 day ago / 3,853 Views Publisher Sony Interactive Entertainment and developer Santa Monica Studio during a panel at San Diego Comic-Con announced God of War Laufey will launch for the PlayStation 5 on February 16, 2027. Santa Monica Studio head of creative Cory Barlog also announced the next Kratos-led God
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Marvel’s Wolverine Gets Story Trailer
by William D'Angelo , posted 2 days ago / 2,411 Views P ublisher Sony Interactive Entertainment and developer Insomniac Games have released the story trailer for Marvel's Wolverine. View the trailer below: Read details on the game below: An all-new take on the iconic character, based on Marvel comics. From Insomniac Games, the developers of