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Korean 3D spatial data tool startup Urbanbase closes $11.1M Series B+ round

TechCrunch

Urbanbase , a Seoul-based company that develops a 3D spatial data platform for interior planning and design, announced today it has raised $11.1 This round of funding was led by Hanwha Hotel & Resort, which is a subsidiary of South Korean conglomerate Hanwha Corporation. The company had raised Series A funding of $1.8

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Check out these startups from Pear’s Demo Day (there’s usually a breakout or two in the bunch)

TechCrunch

“Skipper is a new network for hotels and resorts that helps them run their tech stack, acquire customers, and create new revenue streams. As more guests and hotels join, the shared data creates a powerful network effect.” Founders: Jason Shames (CEO), Cole Maritz (CRO), Dane Bratz (CTO), Michael Walker. ” GatherMade.

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Sequoia heats up early-stage startup investments in India and Southeast Asia

TechCrunch

On a recent winter morning in New Delhi, Rajan Anandan and Pieter Kemps were pacing on the floor of a five-star hotel, quizzing a group of over two dozen young startup founders about their goals. One founder set eyes on getting the most downloads in the mobile gaming category.

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React Norway Conference 2022

Xebia

As my first impression arriving at the Farris bad hotel I saw a giant banner of the event with beautiful illustration and the hotel hall has an astonishing view to the beach. In the end a great conference with amazing vibe and stunning view from the beach, costly (hotel and food) but it was worth for sure. 12:00 – Lunch Break.

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Coral Vita cultivates $2M seed to take its reef restoration mission global

TechCrunch

“If you’re a hotel that relies on scuba or snorkel tourists, if you’re a coastal property owner or insurer, a government, a development bank, a cruise line, you can hire Coral Vita to restore the reefs that you work on.” “On top of that is the ability to innovate,” added Teicher.

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Liveness Detection Technology – Ensuring Safety in Biometric Identification

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One new technique is 3D depth analysis. 3D cameras are being utilized for biometric identification. This allows systems to detect when photographs or replicas, including 3D printouts and masks, are being used. One of the most effective uses of facial recognition within hospitality management is the hotel check-in process. .

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WWDC 2023: What Matters for Users, Developers, & Businesses

Robots and Pencils

Also, AirPlay is coming to select hotels in the near future, allowing you to play content from your devices easily on the TV in your hotel room. You can also craft 3D scenes in visionOS using volumes. Audio Adaptive audio will allow you to stay present in your surroundings and adapt to them.