TrendingPotential takeover bids for industry giants Caesars and MGM could force convention planners to renegotiate contracts, leaving the future of room blocks and pricing uncertain.#EventProfs#MeetingsIndustry#MICEJun 23, 20261m readAISkift Meetings
TrendingMultiple SXSW London speakers report being barred from entering the UK, sparking concern among industry professionals over whether political stances are impacting international speaker logistics.#EventProfs#SXSWLondon#MeetingsIndustryJun 19, 20261m readAISkift Meetings
TrendingExtreme heat in Europe is prompting urgent revisions to summer event protocols, as planners scramble to adapt logistics and duty-of-care requirements for outdoor and indoor venues.#EventProfs#MeetingsIndustry#EventSafetyJun 23, 20261m readAISkift Meetings
TrendingA $1.8 billion acquisition of Hyve Group signals a major shift in the events industry, leaving organizers and exhibitors to consider the potential for broader market consolidation.#EventProfs#EventIndustry#TradeShowsJun 16, 20261m readAISkift Meetings
TrendingA ransomware gang has claimed a breach at the Buffalo Convention Center, raising questions about data security protocols for event venues and the safety of attendee information.#EventProfs#CyberSecurity#EventTechJun 14, 20261m readAISkift Meetings
TrendingDMOs are moving into event ownership, a shift that could reshape RFP dynamics and professional relationships for meeting planners as the traditional service model begins to blur.#EventProfs#MeetingPlanners#DMOJun 15, 20261m readAISkift Meetings