In an era marked by continuous technological evolution, which incessantly alters the fabric of our daily reality, a book emerges that promises to illuminate the path towards the future: "We are the Glitch. Come AI, Web3 e Metaverso stanno trasformando il settore dell Accoglienza" ("We are the Glitch. How AI, Web3, and Metaverse are Transforming the Hospitality Sector"), written by Simone Puorto and published by Dario Flaccovio Editore for the “Accadde Domani FuTurismo” series, curated by digital project manager and brand strategist Nicoletta Polliotto.
Today there are 850,000 open positions in U.S. hospitality and leisure with NO TAKERS. Similar is the situation in Europe and APAC: a lot of unfilled hospitality positions.
In a travelverse of cutting-edge technology, how does the industry envision the balance between technological advancements and the preservation of authentic travel experiences and cultural interactions? How can decentralization reshape the landscape of loyalty programs? What is room tokenization? Can smart contracts be the key enabler of secure transactions in the travel ecosystem? As blockchain technology becomes more integrated into the travel industry, what challenges should we foresee regarding adoption, regulation, and ensuring a seamless user experience for travelers? Are there any potential downsides or risks associated with adopting decentralized technologies in the travel industry, and how can these challenges be mitigated? As travelers become more tech-savvy and accustomed to digital experiences, how can the travel industry ensure that the human element and personal connections aren t lost in the midst of decentralization and technological innovation?
In this episode, host Simone Puorto sits down with Michael Ros, the visionary CEO and Co-founder of Sleap.io. Sleap.io stands out in the hospitality industry as a cutting-edge blockchain-based hotel booking platform that offers superior rates, incorporates advanced AI search tools, and supports cryptocurrency payments. Utilizing blockchain technology, Sleap.io crafts and delivers unique, personalized offers to users digital wallets.
In this episode, host Simone Puorto sits down with Michele (Mik) Ruberl, a seasoned technologist with over 20 years of experience developing software solutions across four continents.