Hospitality stories
Fans are already waiting nearly six seconds for federation sites, exposing digital weaknesses that could hurt engagement and revenue at World Cup 2026.
Frontline teams at multi-location service businesses could cut dashboard churn as AskNicely's new tools automate insights and routine review replies.
Rates are under pressure even as occupancy holds up, with dorm pricing falling 8.2% and OTA bookings dominating globally, Cloudbeds said.
Travellers could now book more of a trip in one app as the platform adds hotels, car hires and World Cup activities.
The expanded business will give hospitals faster patient feedback tools as pressure grows to improve care, communication and outcomes.
Managers in retail, hospitality and healthcare could save hours as the AI tool automates rosters and timesheets while flagging breaches.
Enterprises adopting AI will get new tools to assess model behaviour as ITC Infotech adds LayerLens' Stratix platform to its testing suite.
Businesses can now keep customer conversations seamless as Quiq adds live voice support and a new brand identity for its service platform.
The Sydney company is betting creators can monetise audience demand with paid AI personas across WhatsApp, SMS and web chat.
The update could help smaller firms handle more customer enquiries without adding staff, as RingCentral adds SMS, WhatsApp and queue support.
Customers in healthcare, education and venues can add Wi-Fi 7 capacity without major power or switching upgrades, Extreme said.
New data show Kiwi small firms generating less per hour than peers in Australia and the UK, as rising costs squeeze margins.
Summer foot traffic gives small firms a rare chance to win loyal buyers with banners, uniforms and merch, if they act quickly.
Australian consumer startups can now tap fresh advertising stock instead of cash, as Scaleup Mediafund deploys its fourth AUD $25 million vehicle.
UK firms are cutting connectivity costs as Spitfire's IoT revenue jumps 238% on demand from generators, EV chargers and kiosks.
Customers in busy parts of Greater Manchester should see fewer dropped calls and faster data after 65 upgrades covering more than 14,000 postcodes.
Small firms could save hours on admin as the free assistant turns sales data into plain-language answers inside Square's platform.
Cash-flow strain is deepening as overdue invoices and tax debts rise, with smaller firms hardest hit by higher rates and costs.
More than 300 members have joined The Pillars in eight months, turning Sydney's private club into a venue for deals, partnerships and referrals.
Many small businesses may delay investment and hiring unless the Federal Budget delivers tax relief and help with rising costs.
