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October 26, 2026AI: What happens to the human soul of our industry?The future of live events belongs to those who view AI as a silent operational assistant by allowing us to focus on gathering people to inspire, educate, and connecRead More

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October 14, 2026AI could support 40% of event work, Cvent and MPI research suggestsAround 40 per cent of event planning could be supported by or handed over to artificial intelligence (AI).

The future of events? Less tech, more people, says new report

September 25, 2026The future of events? Less tech, more people, says new reportForget robot hosts and conferences in the metaverse. When event professionals were asked to imagine the industry in 2036, their vision was far more human.

Event planners should stop trying to keep up with AI

August 12, 2026Event planners should stop trying to keep up with AIThe pressure to use AI in ever more sophisticated ways is growing across the industry. But, argues Anna Abdelnoor, AI maturity isn't about how much you use – or even how - it's about knowing when to use it.

August 10, 2026The environmental impact of AI in eventsEllie Ashton-Melia takes a look at the environmental impact of AI in events.

cvent rebrand

July 15, 2026Cvent announces $1bn investment in AI as it unveils new brand strategyCvent is to invest more than $1bn (£750m) in AI, product innovation and technology over the next three years.

Event tech review

July 7, 2026Beyond screens and sound: How AV’s role is evolving in eventsEvent technology is shifting focus from equipment to enhancing experiences, according to a review by Aztec Event Services and Olympia Events

Trust gap AI

June 17, 2026Rise in AI use has caused 'trust gap', say event professionalsA survey of event and marketing professionals has revealed an AI trust gap between event marketers and their audiences.

The Meetings Show research

May 12, 2026AI increases the need for face-to-face meetings, survey findsA survey commissioned by The Meetings Show reveals that AI is increasing the need for face-to-face meetings, as it adds complexity and the need for human discussion.

Press pause in the sea

March 4, 2026AI, venues, and collective intelligence: why we need to press pauseFor most of us, AI isn’t about dazzling your clients tomorrow. It’s about making our internal operations smarter, cleaner, and more efficient today.

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February 18, 2026Wordly takes AI translation beyond the conference centreWordly has introduced Workspaces - a new version of its AI translation and captioning platform for event planners to use when the show is over and they're back in the office.Show More