Catégorie : Research
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$20 billion in U.S. retail spending from international tourists is at risk
Goldman Sachs analysts predict that, in a worst-case scenario, the reduction in travel and boycotts could result in a 0.3% decrease in GDP, equating to a $90 billion loss Apr 16, 2025 The U.S. travel industry is facing a significant challenge as international tourism to the country is expected to decline in 2025. A large…
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My Presentation at Futureweek Forum
The State of Media in < 25 MinutesLast month, I presented at the FutureWeek Forum in London. The organizers were kind enough to send me the video, so I’ll share it here.My goal was to provide a framing for what is happening in the media business today and what may come next—in less than 25…
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5. The responsible AI ecosystem evolves—unevenly. AI-related incidents are rising sharply, yet standardized RAI evaluations remain rare among major industrial model developers. However, new benchmarks like HELM Safety, AIR-Bench, and FACTS offer promising tools for assessing factuality and safety. Among companies, a gap persists between recognizing RAI risks and taking meaningful action. In contrast, governments…
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The Global Market — The Art Basel & UBS Art Market Report 2025 By Arts Economics
After a fall of 14% in 2022 during strict COVID-19-related lockdowns, sales in China rallied against the declining trend in 2023, increasing by 9% to an estimated $12.2 billion. However, this uplift proved temporary, and against a backdrop of slower economic growth, a continuing property market slump, and other economic uncertainties, the art market experienced…
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Hotel Loyalty Programs Continue to Prove Their Value: Key findings from 675 million members
Executive Summary Hotel loyalty programs have evolved from frequent-traveler retention tools to broad-based demand drivers. While the growth of loyalty program membership may make it harder to target the most highly valued guests, the 2024 data confirms that hotel loyalty programs remain a relatively cost-efficient way to drive occupancy. A record 21 brand launches and…
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Digital 2025: Global Overview Report — DataReportal – Global Digital Insights
Wrapping upThat’s (almost) all for this year’s flagship analysis – thanks for sticking with me all the way through this bumper writeup!If you’re still looking for more data (!), I’d recommend starting with our Digital 2025 Country Headlines Report, which has essential figures for mobile, internet, and social media adoption in almost every country on…
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The week in charts
The Week in Charts Global M&A deals, senior housing, and more
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Global Travel & Tourism is Strong Despite Economic Headwinds
BRUSSELS – Against a backdrop of economic uncertainty, the World Travel & Tourism Council’s (WTTC) latest research shows that global Travel & Tourism is projected to grow strongly this year, reaffirming its role as cornerstone to major world economies, as travellers are expected to spend more than ever before. According to WTTC’s 2025 Economic Impact…
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Survey shows travellers are skipping Paris…
Millennials and Gen Z are increasingly embracing off-the-beaten-path escapes, with rising interest in far-flung destinations like Uzbekistan, Namibia, Jordan and Kyrgyzstan, according to new research. The poll, which canvassed 4,600 solo travellers across Europe, compiled by group travel specialists WeRoad reveals a growing appetite for authentic, transformative experiences. More than 40% of respondents said exploring…
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The hidden power of the human voice in hotel bookings
Why the voice channel still outperforms OTAs – and how smart hoteliers are turning calls into revenue Apr 11, 2025 In the digital age where online travel agencies (OTAs) dominate, many hoteliers underestimate the power of the voice channel. However, Revinate’s 2025 Hospitality Benchmark Report highlights that phone bookings not only convert better but also…