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Move Over Fireworks, Drones Are Stealing the Show

Forget the fizz and bang. A quieter, greener, and more versatile spectacle is taking center stage at events worldwide: drone light shows. Meeting and event planners, take note. This innovative technology is transforming how we celebrate, offering captivating aerial displays that push the boundaries of creativity and audience engagement.

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Embracing Biometric Technology

Recent insights from the U.S. Travel Association (USTA) and Ipsos reveal a strong preference among travelers for biometric technology at airport security checkpoints, a development that could significantly influence how events are planned and executed in the coming years.

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Film-Inspired Meetings at Francis Ford Coppola’s All-Movie Hotel

In 2022, legendary filmmaker Francis Ford Coppola purchased and renovated the historic Hotel Georgia in Atlanta, Georgia, transforming it into a haven for film enthusiasts and professionals alike. The All-Movie Hotel, as it's now known, boasts a unique blend of luxurious accommodations, state-of-the-art production facilities, and immersive film-themed experiences.

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Fort Knox Your Event

We live in a world where cyber threats lurk around every corner. That is why ensuring the security of your event registration process is paramount.

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GlobalMeet Surpasses 3 Million Certifications

In a testament to the booming demand for online professional development, GlobalMeet, a leading virtual event technology provider, today announced that its Continuing Professional Education (CPE) platform has surpassed 3 million certifications.

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Beyond Zoom

Today, as video technology becomes increasingly pervasive within enterprises, virtual meetings, and events are more than ever the norm rather than the exception. While many people use the terms virtual meeting and virtual event interchangeably, there is a distinct difference between them and the technology required to support them properly.

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Welcome to Badge Scanner 101

Gone are the days of clipboards, long lines, and mispronounced names. Badge scanners have emerged as the new standard, streamlining the process and enhancing the overall attendee experience.

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Attendees Can Ditch the Concierge Desk for An AI BFF

Travelers staying at select Renaissance Hotels will soon have instant access to vetted, insiders’ picks for vibey cocktail bars, under-the-radar attractions, top-rated breakfast spots and more through an exciting new virtual concierge service.

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SurveyMonkey: Feeling the Squeeze?

For meeting and event planners in search of an online survey platform to engage with attendees and potential attendees, the digital world overflows with options, for the seemingly simple task of crafting a poll.

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Cvent and Maestro Partnership Streamlines Room Block Management

Cvent, an industry-leading meetings, events, and hospitality technology provider, in partnership with Maestro PMS, has announced an integration between Cvent’s room block management system, Cvent Passkey, and Maestro’s leading all-in-one Property Management System solution. Together these technologies are driving engagement with planners and attendees via direct room booking and upgrade options.