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Insights from Agoda reveal how integrated, tailored guest experiences and digital partnerships are helping Thai hotels stand out amid rising regional travel SINGAPORE, Feb. 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Digital travel platform Agoda, in its latest "Tailored to Win: How Hotels are using Localization to Capture Asia's Tourism Boom" report focuses on Thailand, revealing that 92% of hotels engaging in early stages of localization strategies are seeing higher guest spend as intra-Asia travel accelerates. The survey found that hotels that are moving beyond standard hospitality and investing in tailored guest experiences may be gaining a competitive edge in an increasingly diverse and dynamic market. Drawing more than 35 million visitors annually and home to more than 17,000 hotels nationwide[1], Thailand remains as a regional tourism hotspot and a key hub for intra-Asia travel. The steady inflow of regional visitors, particularly from neighboring Asian markets, is shaping the landscape for accommodation providers. To stand out in this increasingly competitive environment, hotels are adapting their strategies to reflect the specific cultural, linguistic and practical preferences of inbound travelers from respective markets. Agoda's report shows that one in four Thai hotels now offer a seamlessly localized journey, with 25% at the "integrated tailoring" stage wherein hotels offer a fully localized experience that reflects deep cultural understanding across marketing, booking and on-site touchpoints. Localization strategies go beyond translation, encompassing marketing, booking processes, payment options and guest services tailored to the preferences of each source market. This approach to localization is reflected in how hotels tailor their offerings for different guest segments and preferences. Based on insights from the Agoda Travel Outlook report: Malaysian travelers prioritize value for money and family-friendly options Chinese guests seek authentic Thai experiences from food to massages and décor South Korean guests prefer long-stay offers and listings that highlight local food and attractions Indian travelers value wellness and adventure partnerships "Thailand welcomes over 33 million visitors each year and the hotels capturing the most value are those going beyond standard hospitality," said Akaporn Rodkong (Looknum), Country Director, Thailand at Agoda. "Deep localization - such as adapting payments, language and service to each market - can not only lead to stronger performance but also enable partners to better meet guest expectations. Hotels adopting a more data-driven approach and taking the first steps towards localization are already noticing that some guests are more willing to up their spend during stays. They report seeing positive outcomes from pairing competitive pricing with experiences that truly resonate with guests, often starting long before they even arrive at the property." Agoda's digital suite for localization includes over 6 million accommodations, support for 39 languages, multi-currency payment options and 24/7 customer support. Dedicated programs such as the Agoda Growth Program for visibility in priority markets, country-specific promotions and Agoda Media Solutions for native-language campaigns are just some of the ways Agoda helps partners localize effectively. Through Agoda's platform and expertise, hotels can overcome barriers, reach new segments and optimize their returns from international demand. To explore how practical localization tips and actionable insights can help hotels capture more value from Asia's diverse traveler base, download the full report at https://ago-da.co/4aevFYJ. [1] Note: This estimate includes accommodations such as lodging establishments. LH Bank (2025), "Industry Outlook 2025: 5-Star Hotel Business"
SINGAPORE, Feb. 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Hyundai Motor Group (Hyundai, Kia, Genesis) has partnered with Vodafone IoT to deploy regulatory-compliant in-car connectivity to Bahrain, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA), Kuwait, Qatar and United Arab Emirates (UAE) in the Middle East. In collaboration with Vodafone IoT's network partners in the region – such as e& UAE – Hyundai Motor Group will receive reliable and secure in-car connectivity that is compliant with local laws. Vodafone and Hyundai Motor Group Vodafone IoT provides Hyundai Motor Group with seamless in-car connectivity in the Middle East, thanks to its Global SIM+ solution – which dynamically turns its Global IoT SIM into a local SIM. This offers local network credentials, data routing, compliance with national laws and seamless cross-border connectivity – making it easier and more efficient for carmakers and manufacturers to launch services in regulated countries, as well as giving them global access to connected services. These capabilities are strengthened by Vodafone IoT's partnerships with local network providers – such as e& UAE – who assure compliance, provide network resilience and reliable connectivity. Together, the network partners provide extensive coverage in the region, advanced IoT capabilities, and deep local expertise – enhancing the quality and reliability of Hyundai Motor Group's connected services in the Middle East. Combined with Vodafone IoT's leading managed connectivity platform which integrates directly into the local network partner's infrastructure, manufacturers can manage their global IoT estate from a single platform – giving them truly global reach and centralised control over their operations. Building on these capabilities, Hyundai, Kia, and Genesis customers in the Middle East will gain access to a wide range of connected car features, including remote vehicle control, real-time status monitoring, and enhanced convenience services. This partnership aims to deliver a seamless and intuitive digital experience, empowering drivers to manage and keep their vehicles safe anytime, anywhere. Vodafone IoT and Hyundai plan to expand their in-car connectivity partnership to new countries within the Middle East and Africa in the near future. Erik Brenneis, CEO of Vodafone IoT, said: "As manufacturers look to deploy connected vehicles in diverse geographies, it is vitally important that they are provided with connectivity that's reliable, secure, and compliant with national regulations. "We are proud to partner with Hyundai Motor Group to deliver innovative in–car connectivity powered by our Global SIM+ which provides local credentials and a seamless cross–border service. It turns vehicles into secure connected platforms – keeping drivers and passengers safe, informed and connected. Together, we will extend these capabilities to more countries and more cars, shaping the future of connected mobility." Hyunwoo Go, Head of Connectivity Business team, Hyundai Motor Group, said: "The launch of Connected Car Services in the Middle East, aligned with the Software-Defined Vehicle strategy of Hyundai Motor Group, represents a meaningful step toward delivering intelligent, personalized mobility experiences — empowering our customers with seamless connectivity and regionally tailored digital services that will redefine how they interact with their vehicles. "Thanks to Vodafone IoTs leading managed connectivity platform, we are not just connecting cars; we are connecting people to a world of new possibilities, making their lives easier, safer, and more enjoyable by combining our leadership in automotive innovation with Vodafone's expertise in IoT." About Vodafone IoT Vodafone IoT is a global leader in managed IoT connectivity services. With over 220 million devices connected across more than 180 countries, we provide businesses with reliable and secure IoT solutions, enabling them to effectively manage, monitor, and operate their IoT devices. Our extensive network partnerships, spanning over 760 networks worldwide, allows us to deliver global IoT solutions that empower businesses to digitalise, transform and maximise the benefits of IoT. By adopting IoT, businesses can benefit from smarter resource management, reducing emissions, and enhancing operational efficiency – helping them to operate more sustainably. For more information, please visit Vodafone IOT, follow us on X at @VodafoneIoT or connect with us on LinkedIn at www.linkedin.com/company/vodafoneIoT. About Hyundai Motor Group Hyundai Motor Group is a global enterprise that has created a value chain based on mobility, steel, and construction, as well as logistics, finance, IT, and service. With about 250,000 employees worldwide, the Group's mobility brands include Hyundai, Kia, and Genesis. Armed with creative thinking, cooperative communication, and the will to take on any challenges, we strive to create a better future for all. More information about Hyundai Motor Group, please visit http://www.hyundaimotorgroup.com About e& UAE e& UAE embodies the telecom arm of e& in the UAE, with a mission to maximise stakeholder value, deliver an unparalleled customer experience and optimise business performance for sustainable growth and success. Leveraging the latest world-class technologies, e& UAE will grow core and digital services, enriching consumer value propositions with digital services catering to new consumer lifestyles and emerging demands beyond core telecom services, including health, insurance and gaming. e& UAE will continue to act as a trusted partner to enterprises in meeting their connectivity needs and beyond. Bolstering its leadership position as a digital telco that champions customers in a hyper-connected digital world, e& UAE will pivot the new sustainable demand into future spaces such as private networks, autonomous vehicles, and AI. To learn more about e& UAE, please visit: https://www.etisalat.ae.
Demonstrating Innovative Technologies Transforming Public Safety Operations HERNDON, Va., Feb. 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- ST Engineering iDirect, a global leader in satellite communications, announced today its collaboration with Verizon Frontline to demonstrate advanced public safety solutions and emergency preparedness. Verizon Frontline, the advanced network and solutions built for first responders, will host an exclusive event for public safety officials in the Bay Area during the week of Feb. 2, ahead of the Super Bowl. Demonstrating Innovative Technologies Transforming Public Safety Operations The event will highlight the innovative technologies transforming public safety operations, offering attendees a firsthand look at Verizon Frontline's state-of-the-art fleet of deployable assets powered, in part, by ST Engineering iDirect's satellite technology. It will feature asset tours, technology demonstrations, and a special ceremony recognizing state and local government agencies from the next two Super Bowl host cities. Verizon Frontline will showcase real-time situational monitoring, on-demand capacity, and a command center integrating video and audio feeds to help empower first responders with rapid, informed decision-making capabilities. Verizon will showcase its advanced Frontline fleet to public safety officials, providing them the opportunity to explore its capabilities, including: Tactical Humanitarian Operations Response (THOR) platform, a cutting-edge vehicle equipped with private 5G Ultra-Wideband (UWB), mobile edge compute, and multiple backhaul options for seamless connectivity. Satellite Picocell on Trailer (SPOT), a mobile solution supporting up to 400 users with satellite backhaul and Wi-Fi access. "By integrating ST Engineering iDirect's satellite solutions, we're able to deliver reliable, resilient connectivity that first responders can count on in any situation," said Stuart Burson, Director of Satellite Solutions at Verizon. "This partnership is transforming public safety communications, setting a new standard for how we support those on the front lines." "ST Engineering iDirect is honored to partner with Verizon Frontline to deliver high-performance satellite communications for mission-critical operations," said Darren Ludington, Regional VP Americas at ST Engineering iDirect. "This partnership is a testament to our shared commitment to empowering first responders with the tools they need to protect and serve, even in the most challenging environments." In 2025, Verizon began modernizing its satellite network by upgrading to ST Engineering iDirect's Intuition virtualized, cloud-native hub architecture. This modernization fundamentally transformed how satellite resources are managed, reducing the physical footprint at the teleport, simplifying operations, and enhancing performance. These advancements help enable faster deployment of mission-critical resources while ensuring uninterrupted services during emergencies and natural disasters. ST Engineering iDirect, a subsidiary of ST Engineering, is a global leader in satellite communications (satcom) providing technology and solutions that enable its customers to expand their business, differentiate their services and optimize their satcom networks. With over 40 years of delivering innovation focused on solving satellite's most critical economic and technology challenges we are committed to shaping the future of how the world connects. The product portfolio, branded iDirect, represents the highest standards in performance, efficiency and reliability, making it possible for its customers to deliver the best satcom connectivity experience anywhere in the world. ST Engineering iDirect is a leader in key industries including mobility, broadcast and military/government. In 2007, iDirect Government was formed to better serve the U.S. government and defense communities. For more information visit www.idirect.net.
Showcasing 'Control Tower 2.0': Incorporating patented AIoT technology for hyper-precise visibility and intelligence across the entire logistics process. Proven Technology: Secures third investment round (Series B-2) within just four years of establishment. Confidence in Innovation: Offering immediate on-site PoC opportunities for attendees to experience logistics transformation. SEOUL, South Korea, Feb. 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Willog (https://willog.io/en), a leading provider of AIoT-based supply chain intelligence solutions, announced today that it will participate in Manifest 2026, the world's largest logistics tech conference held in Las Vegas from February 9 to 11. At the event, Willog will unveil its next-generation supply chain management solution, 'Control Tower 2.0,' for the first time. Manifest 2026, Accelerating Global Expansion with Series B-2 Funding Alongside this product launch, Willog announced the successful closure of its Series B-2 funding round. This marks the company's third successful investment round in just four years, following Series A in 2021 and Series B in 2023. This achievement serves as a significant validation of Willog's sustained growth and differentiated technological capabilities in the competitive global market. Introducing Control Tower 2.0: The Evolution of Visibility The 'Control Tower 2.0,' debuting at Manifest 2026, is an integrated management solution that covers the entire supply chain—from warehouse storage to domestic and international transport. Its core strength lies in providing seamless, end-to-end visibility based on high-precision data collected via Willog's proprietary, patented IoT sensor devices. Going beyond simple location tracking, Control Tower 2.0 delivers true 'Logistics Intelligence.' The solution utilizes advanced algorithms to precisely analyze critical environmental variables collected by sensors, including temperature, humidity, shock, tilt, and light. By predicting potential issues in advance and analyzing historical data to prevent future risks, Willog provides enterprises with actionable results, supporting cost reduction and strategic optimization. Experience-Centric Booth & Live Demos Willog has designed its booth at Manifest 2026 not just as a display, but as an experience-centric space where visitors can tangibly feel the solution's value. Attendees can get hands-on with the physical lineup of Willog's diverse IoT sensor devices. Furthermore, the experience zone will feature vivid live demos showing exactly how Control Tower 2.0 visualizes real-world data and derives meaningful insights. Exclusive On-Site Offer: Free PoC Program A key highlight of Willog's presence is the on-site Proof of Concept (PoC) program. Willog is offering a complimentary opportunity for qualified booth visitors to deploy its IoT devices and Control Tower solution directly into their actual logistics operations. This initiative allows potential clients to verify technological effectiveness in their specific environments and experience data-driven logistics innovation with zero financial burden. This Series B-2 investment serves as market validation of Willog's vision for the digital transformation of supply chains, said a spokesperson for Willog. The PoC opportunity we are offering at Manifest 2026 is an expression of Willog's strong confidence in its technology. It will serve as a moment for global customers to truly experience logistics innovation through practical intelligence. For more information on Willog's participation in Manifest 2026 and to schedule a pre-meeting, please visit the official event page at https://event.willog.io/. About Willog Willog is a premier AIoT-based supply chain solution provider that goes beyond simple location tracking to ensure transparency and predictability across the entire logistics process. Utilizing proprietary, patented IoT devices, Willog accurately collects not only real-time location data but also critical environmental metrics affecting cargo integrity, including temperature, humidity, shock, tilt, and light exposure. This collected data is analyzed using proprietary algorithms specialized for specific logistics domains, allowing the system to predict potential disruptions and proactively prevent risks based on historical patterns. This enables real-time comprehensive monitoring of all logistics assets, including moving cargo and goods stored within facilities. By forecasting and managing every stage of the supply chain, Willog empowers enterprises to optimize their logistics strategies while minimizing costs and risks. Recognized for its technological prowess, Willog continues its rapid growth trajectory, having successfully secured Series B-2 funding recently, following Series A in 2021 and Series B in 2023. The company was also honored with a Presidential Citation at the '2025 Venture Business Promotion Merit' awards in South Korea. Currently, Willog is accelerating its global expansion through its U.S. subsidiary.
Acquisition strengthens compliance-ready delivery, expands enterprise footprint, and deepens support for mission-critical operations. SAN JOSE, Calif., Feb. 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Astreya, a leading AI-first global IT managed services and solutions provider, today announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Reliant Information Services, LLC from the Reliant Group. The transaction marks Astreya's first business acquisition and represents a significant milestone in the company's long-term growth strategy centered around providing best-in-class managed IT services for enterprise clients at scale, delivering excellent ROI. For more than a decade, Reliant Information Services (RIS) has served as a trusted IT partner to Fortune 500 enterprises, delivering scalable managed IT services and providing managed technical expertise for mission-critical operations. The company brings deep experience supporting complex, high-availability IT environments across key markets in the western United States, including enterprise customers with stringent operational, security, and compliance requirements. The acquisition expands Astreya's presence in the airline industry and strengthens its position in providing managed IT services to client stakeholders where operational resilience, regulatory compliance, and service reliability are essential. Together, the combined organization will offer customers broader geographic coverage, including in the Pacific Northwest and Southwest United States, deeper domain expertise, and expanded service delivery capabilities to support increasingly complex technology environments. "This acquisition represents an important step forward for Astreya," said Romil Bahl, CEO of Astreya. "As our first business acquisition, it reflects our focus on thoughtful, strategic growth. Reliant brings expertise in regulated, mission-critical environments, along with a customer-first culture that closely aligns with ours. Importantly, they fit right into our 3x3 structure of practices and AI-first managed services offerings. Their long-standing enterprise relationship with a major airline operator, and their presence in the Pacific Northwest, further strengthen our ability to support our customers. Put this together with Astreya's presence around the world, and our combined company is in a position to serve airline customers globally." As part of the transaction, the Reliant IS leadership team, led by Jesse Perbix, President of Reliant Information Services, will join Astreya. Perbix will serve as General Manager of RIS, ensuring continuity for customers, partners, and employees. "Astreya stood out as the right strategic and cultural fit for the next phase of our growth," said Scott Nguyen, CEO of Reliant Group. "After building the company from the ground up to more than 100 employees, it was critical to find a partner that values our people, our customers, and our approach to service delivery. This combination positions the business well for continued growth and long-term success, and I am excited to serve as an advisor to Reliant IS going forward as they scale new peaks as part of Astreya." Looking ahead, Astreya will continue to pursue strategic investments that strengthen industry expertise, expand its global footprint, and accelerate innovation while remaining focused on delivering measurable value, operational resilience, and trusted partnership for its customers. About Astreya Astreya is a global IT Managed Services provider that powers enterprises by designing, deploying, and managing complex technology environments. We deliver end-to-end solutions across hybrid cloud, data centers, network infrastructure, and the digital workplace. Intelligent automation and AI run through everything we build to drive efficiency, accelerate service delivery, and clear barriers to growth for our customers. Learn more at www.astreya.com and follow Astreya on LinkedIn.
Building on Strong Performance Momentum From the Past Decade SYDNEY, Feb. 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- VT Markets, a leading global online trading platform, today shares its performance highlights in 2025, marking a milestone year of record-breaking trading activity, client base growth, and global expansion. VT Markets Advances Growth in 2026, Building on Strong Performance From the Past Decade Throughout 2025, VT Markets set new benchmarks for monthly trading activity. In April, transaction volumes reached USD 720 billion, before surpassing that figure in October 2025 with USD 1.2 trillion trading volume, underscoring sustained client engagement and increased market participation across global markets. Client growth surged significantly toward the end of the year, with daily active users doubling in December 2025. This underscores the platform's increasing relevance among active traders globally. Additionally, VT Markets continued to deliver high-quality service and a steadfast experience to its customer base, as reflected in its 4.3-star Trustpilot rating, supported by over 1,500 5-star reviews. In support of long-term client development, VT Markets relaunched VT Academy in 2025, offering over 40 educational courses in more than five languages. These courses are designed to enhance trading knowledge, serve a diverse range of clients, from new traders seeking financial knowledge to institutional clients focused on business growth and volume, and support more informed market participation. Regional markets delivered strong year-on-year growth, driven by targeted expansion strategies and deeper local engagement. In parallel with regional expansion, VT Markets strengthened its industry presence throughout 2025, participating in 54 regional and global industry events and earning more than 32 industry awards, reflecting continued recognition across both retail and professional trading segments. To support this expansion, VT Markets continued to scale its global organisation. Team size increased by 135% year-on-year, with presence across 10 offices worldwide including new regional hubs in Dubai and Mexico to strengthen operational capacity, technology development, and client support functions. As VT Markets moves forward in 2026, the company is focused on building on the scale achieved in 2025 through continued investment in platform performance, regional market development, and organisational capability. Supported by record trading activity, accelerating client engagement, and expanded global operations, VT Markets enters the new year positioned to pursue exceptional growth while maintaining the performance standards expected by its global client base.
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