Knightscope (NASDAQ: KSCP), a leading developer of autonomous security robots (“ASRs”) and blue light emergency communication systems, has deployed another K5 ASR; the robot was sent to a hotel in Vancouver, Washington…
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'Hero' Magaluf hotel security guard tells off partying Brits in hilarious way
The video, which been viewed 8.5million times since it went viral on TikTok on July 20, shows the Magaluf hotel security officer taking the mick out of the rowdy group of Brits abroad as he scolds them for being too loud at a family resort…
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Juice jacking is the newest technique hackers use to attack travelers
Expert explains how to avoid being hacked this vacation season
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We’re taking a look back at HT’s history to gather some key takeaways for the coming year and beyond.
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Why Are IoT Systems So Vulnerable to Attacks?
There are an awful lot of IoT devices out there that have little to no protection against malware attacks, creating very attractive attack points for bad actors.
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Climate change and political unrest among the top risks in 2023
The impact of climate change, the ongoing energy crisis and increased political “polarisation” across the world are among the top risks that businesses face in 2023, according to security specialist Healix International…
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Guest records exposed in Sonder data breach
Short-term accommodation provider Sonder Holdings on Wednesday (23 November) confirmed some of its systems, including “certain” guest records that may include driver's licenses and passports, were exposed in a data breach…
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Data Migrations in Hospitality: To Migrate or Not to Migrate, That is the Question
Spoiler alert: if you are looking for a quick answer to this Shakespearean-like question, you will not find it. As a matter of fact, you are probably going to walk away from this post with more questions than answers. But this is to be expected…
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5 Reasons Why Employee Safety Devices Are a Must-Have Budget Item for 2023
Hoteliers are knee deep preparing 2023 budgets, but until the hospitality industry is back in full swing, many will be looking for ways to short-cut spending…
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IHG's booking channels disrupted by "unauthorised activity"
IHG Hotels and Resorts has revealed that parts of its technology systems have been “subject to unauthorised activity”.
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Hospitality: Consider this your Cybersecurity Wake-up Call
Cloud migration, tech lounges, chatbots and robots are all technologies with great potential: both to streamline and drive better service, and to grant hackers access to your brand’s technology stack.
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Parting ways with Legacy Security Systems
There’s no one-size-fits-all solution to verification and authentication issues, but businesses can improve the lives of their customers and employees through the use of passive biometric technology.
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TRAVEL IS BACK - AND SO ARE THE HACKERS
After a two-year hiatus, travel is back in full swing - and so are the hackers, looking to take advantage of your brand reputation and hack your customer accounts.
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Fraud Protection for Hoteliers: What You Need to Know
As many businesses prepare for a potential recession, hoteliers and resort managers can arm themselves against rising fraud costs through education, awareness and prevention.
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What I Learned About Ransomware at HITEC 2022
Planning for a ransomware attack is like planning for your own funeral: No one wants to do it, but everyone is better off because of it.
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Cyberattack on Luxury Resort Should Put Hospitality Industry on High Alert
Cybercriminals are finding new ways to hold their victims hostage – and a recent cyberattack on a luxury resort should serve as a warning for your business.
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MARRIOTT HIT BY ANOTHER DATA BREACH
Marriott International has suffered a security breach potentially affecting up to 400 customers…
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Best Practices for Cyber Safeguards in an Evolving Travel Industry
Welcoming travelers back while still absorbing the shockwaves of the COVID-19 pandemic has spurred a digital evolution for the travel and tourism industry. A rapid move to the cloud offers new ways of reaching customers—and introduces new risks…
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