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Lawsuits Allege MGM, Caesars Neglected Cybersecurity Preparedness  

Several MGM and Caesars rewards members filed lawsuits against the gaming companies for breach of contract following the recent ransomware attacks citing a lack of adequate cybersecurity measures. Can the possibility of similar attacks put attendee data at risk?
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RFPs Are Almost Back to Pre-Covid Levels

The latest Events Industry Council Global Events Barometer shows promising signs, with hotel room nights and RFPs increasing for the second consecutive quarter.
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AI Event Tech Targets Enterprise Adoption

A new paid, but yet unpriced, version of Gevme and PCMA's AI event technology tool features enterprise-level data security. A two-level training program is also in the works.
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Discovering America’s First Resort Destination

Palm Beach County was America's first resort destination. The iconic Breakers Hotel in Palm Beach was the start of it all. Other properties have come, such as The Boca Raton, but the welcoming attitude has stayed the same.
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Proposed Laws Threaten DEI Initiatives

As the business events sector grapples with ongoing staffing issues, 30 states across the U.S. are now pushing legislation to curb diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs at colleges and…