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Planners Signal an Uncertain 2026

 
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Saturday January 24, 2026

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Planners confirm uncertainty clouds their 2026 outlook. Scammers Sold Fake Passes to USA House in Davos. AI can now generate venue proposals, with or without human oversight. And all you need to know about service dogs at meetings.

Trends & Insights
Barbara
Barbara Scofidio
Editor
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Planners face a precarious year ahead, with AI overload, political upheaval, and economic challenges all having a major influence on their decision-making.
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Andrea Doyle
Andrea Doyle
Executive Editor
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World Economic Forum
A high-profile U.S.-branded World Economic Forum venue in Davos has warned that scammers are selling counterfeit VIP access packages.
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Technology
Miguel Neves
Miguel Neves
Editor-in-Chief
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The promise is compelling, if it works as advertised. AI-driven responses speed up venue inquiries to help win more business — without giving up human control.
Accessibility & Inclusion
Barbara
Barbara Scofidio
Editor
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When it comes to service animals, planners need to know what questions to ask both the attendee and and their suppliers to avoid any issues.
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