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April 29, 2025

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Brands target AI chatbots as users switch from Google search

📈 Advertising agencies are adapting to AI-driven SEO, focusing on language models like OpenAI's ChatGPT and Anthropic's Claude. As of April 29, 2025, tools from Profound and Brandtech allow brands to monitor and improve visibility in AI services. Early adopters include Ramp, Indeed, and Chivas Brothers. Google's ad revenue rose nearly 10% in Q1 2025, despite the growth of AI searches. The shift demands high-quality content, understanding AI priorities, and could introduce new ad models such as sponsored questions.
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Sabre sells Sabre Hospitality Solutions for $1.1B

📌 On April 29, 2025, TPG acquired Sabre Corporation's Hospitality Solutions for $1.1 billion. As an independent entity, Hospitality Solutions aims to enhance hotel technology services, affecting over 40% of top hotel brands. TPG plans to grow the software's capabilities, while Sabre refocuses on airline IT and travel distribution. The deal is set to close by end of Q3 2025 with a smooth transition for hotel customers.
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EU hoteliers unite against Booking.com

🏨 French and Spanish hoteliers, supported by Eskariam and Geradin Partners law firms, are suing Booking.com for unfair practices and seeking billions in damages. They encourage participation via actioncollectivehotel.fr for affected hotels from 2015–2024. Independent hotels could claim tens to hundreds of thousands of euros, while chains could claim millions, with France's damages estimated at €1.5 billion. Legal fees are funded for 25-30% compensation share. Booking.com held a major market share in 2024, with only 33% of direct hotel bookings. Expansion of legal actions to Italy, Portugal, and more aims to rebalance the power in online bookings.
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OpenAI is building a social network

📷 OpenAI, on Apr 29, 2025, is developing a prototype social network around ChatGPT’s image generation capabilities. CEO Sam Altman is sourcing private feedback for the platform, which could compete with industry giants like Elon Musk and Meta. While it's in early stages and no official announcement has been made, the network aims to enhance AI model training with user data and signifies OpenAI's expansion efforts. Launch details remain uncertain.
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U.S. tourism faces sharp downturn amid political headwinds

🚩 U.S. tourism in 2025 faces a $10 billion loss with international travel projected to drop by 12%. Overseas visits decreased by 11.6% in March, with Western Europe down 17.2%. Canadian travel to the U.S. significantly declined, including a 32% reduction in car visits. Despite hopes for post-COVID recovery, political tensions and negative publicity, including detentions and deportations starting mid-March, are deterring travelers. Major U.S. cities like New York and Los Angeles report fewer ticket sales and bookings. The decline affects all states, with Florida, Texas, California, and New York most at risk. Domestic travel is also expected to fall due to the trade war's impact on disposable income.
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