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EIU Liveability Index 2026: Copenhagen, Vienna and Melbourne top annual city ranking, with New York recording one of the largest score gains
Copenhagen (Denmark) remains the world's most liveable city, scoring a perfect 100 out of 100 in three categories, with Vienna (Austria) and Melbourne (Australia) close behind. New York's score improved noticeably, by 1.2 points, one of the largest gains recorded by any city in the index....
Reserve Replacement Returns to the Top of the Upstream Agenda to Support an Orderly Energy Transition
As Many as 80% of the Largest National and International Oil Companies Face Significant Production Decline by 2040 Existing Output Must Be Replaced to Maintain Energy Affordability and Security and Support an Orderly Energy Transition Technology Could Be One of the Game Changers for...
Bayer Foundation Women Entrepreneurs Award: From AI Diagnostics to Circular Food Tech, 15 Women Are Transforming Health and Food Systems Worldwide
LEVERKUSEN, Germany and VIENNA, July 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Bayer Foundation Women Entrepreneurs Award, powered by the Impact Hub Network, honours 15 women from Latin America, Africa, and Asia addressing critical challenges in global healthcare and food security. Selected from 1,172...
Is Your Event Wi-Fi Ready for AI?
AI is quickly becoming an active tool in event programming, whether it is live translation and captioning to tools demonstrated on stage. AI tools often require connections to cloud platforms and workplace systems, placing different demands on venue networks than traditional email or web browsing.…
The Top 10 Design Mistakes of Trade Show Graphics
You decided on your new trade show display . . . but you're not done yet. Now, it's time to design the graphics. You want AMAZING!. Below are 10 tips to consider when designing your next trade show graphics. The post The Top 10 Design Mistakes of Trade Show Graphics appeared first on Classic…
7 New Venues in San Diego for Summer 2026 Meetings and Events
Take a peek at these buzzworthy restaurants, hotels, meeting and event spaces, and more recently opened in San Diego.
How This Chicago Agency Handled the High-Profile Events for the Obama Presidential Center Opening
Experiential marketing agency Agency EA was tasked with producing the opening week festivities for the new center.
Talking Tech with Javits Center’s Timothy Gaburungyi
NEW YORK CITY — Javits Center is one of the first major convention centers in the U.S. to deploy Wi-Fi 7 at scale. This new network was designed and built by the venue’s team and delivers significantly faster speeds, three times the capacity, enhanced security and improved reliability. Trade Show…
Smart Moves in Seattle, Miami Beach, Fort Worth and More
Meeting professionals make industry moves in Seattle, Miami Beach, Fort Worth and more. The post Smart Moves in Seattle, Miami Beach, Fort Worth and More appeared first on Smart Meetings.
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Maximize Trade Show Impact: The Strategic Advantage of Exhibit Rentals
Article Summary Trade show exhibit rentals have evolved into a strategic, high-quality solution that gives marketers greater flexibility, lower costs, and easier scalability across multiple events without sacrificing brand impact. While purchasing still makes sense for some high-frequency…
In Memoriam: Jason Ware
PLANO, Texas — Events industry veteran Jason Ware passed away on June 24, 2026. Ware’s more than 20-year career in the trade show industry included roles at Meeting Professionals International, the American Heart Association, the Cardiovascular Research Foundation and MCI USA. “If there is one…
The Ripple Effect of Recognition
Behind every award-winning trade show is a person whose work deserves a moment in the spotlight. IAEE Chairperson Brian Pagel makes the case that recognition is more than a "nice to have" in our industry – it's a strategic lever that builds culture, retains talent and lifts the entire community.…
The New Airline Rules of Engagement and How They Could Impact Event Attendance
CHICAGO — There was a time when junior employees wedged into middle seats on predawn flights could console themselves with a small but meaningful fantasy: The miles were theirs. The points — those tiny, glittering promises of future upgrades, lounge access and maybe a vacation — belonged to the…
Skills shortage or retention crisis? BCU research reveals deeper challenges facing UK live events industry
The UK’s live events industry is struggling to recruit and retain skilled workers – not because of a lack of talent, but because of longstanding issues around working conditions, career progression and workforce retention, according to new research from Birmingham City University (BCU). The study,…
Prism Events
Prism Events specialises in virtual events, hybrid events and professional live streaming for organisations that want to engage audiences wherever they are. For over 18 years we’ve helped organisations including the British Museum, Cambridge University Press & Assessment, the Royal Academy of…
Hyve breaks into legal sector with acquisition of LegalTechTalk
Hyve, the leading organiser of B2B events, today announces the acquisition of LegalTechTalk, Europe’s leading event for legal technology and transformation. The acquisition marks Hyve’s 8th since 2024 and its first under Ascend30, the Group’s new value creation plan steering its next phase of…
gamescom Cologne 2026: World’s Largest Gaming Event Returns to Germany
gamescom Cologne 2026 is set to be one of the biggest and most exciting gaming events in the world, bringing together game developers, publishers, hardware manufacturers, esports organizations, content creators, and gaming enthusiasts from across the globe. Scheduled to take place from 26 August to…
Experiential Marketing Trend of the Week: Women’s Fitness Activations
Between a thriving women’s pro sports scene, the proliferation of wellness-themed third spaces that skew female, and the “strong, not skinny” health movement that continues to gain steam, women’s fitness activations are having a moment. And the brands that are thoughtfully producing them are…
July Venue News: Construction Beyond the Convention Center
A new wave of venue development across amphitheaters and headquarters hotels underscores how essential meeting infrastructure has become...and we’re not just talking about the exhibit hall.
Lebensfreude Messen – Travemunde 2026: Germany’s Premier Health, Wellness & Spirituality Exhibition Returns in August
Lebensfreude Messen – Travemunde 2026 Set to Welcome Health and Wellness Enthusiasts Lebensfreude Messen – Travemunde 2026 will take place from 7 August to 9 August 2026 at Am Brügmanngarten, Travemünde, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany. Recognized as one of Germany’s leading exhibitions for health,…