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One of the most common use cases to have come out of new-age AI models is to power natural language search and find files and other information quicker and faster. There are already several companies that allow you to connect different services to search through data. Now a startup called Poly is launching a service that encourages you to dump all your files into one place so you can query them to find the right content. At launch, it’s giving 100GB of storage to users on its free tier. This is Poly’s second inning from a product perspective. The company…

PARIS (AP) — The head of the Louvre Museum said Wednesday that new surveillance cameras and anti-intrusion systems will soon be installed at the Paris landmark after last month’s stunning crown jewels heist.The cameras — some 100 of them — will be up and running by the end of next year while anti-intrusion systems will start to be put in place within two weeks, Louvre director Laurence des Cars said. She described the systems as equipment that will prevent intruders from getting close to the museum buildings but did not offer specifics. The new surveillance cameras will try to ensure…

Leah Shelly. (Photo Credit: G Adventures)WHY IT RATES: The pair of C-Suite appointments come at a crucial time for the company as it aims to accelerate growth.—Patrick Clarke, TravelPulse Senior EditorG Adventures is delighted to announce two new additions to its executive leadership team. Leah Shelly has been appointed Chief Community Officer, GTC (previously VP of People & Community Operations, G Adventures), while Michelle Hudema takes on the role of Chief Operating Officer, GTC (previously VP of Strategic Operations, G Adventures). The appointments mark an exciting new chapter of growth and strategic evolution for G Adventures and its sister brands within…

The governments of the United States, United Kingdom, and Australia have sanctioned a Russian “bulletproof” web hosting company and several of its related firms for allegedly being used to launch ransomware attacks against U.S. victims and critical infrastructure.  In a statement Wednesday, the U.S. Treasury said it imposed coordinated sanctions on the Russia-based web host Media Land and three related companies. The sanctions also target several of the company’s executives, including its general director — also known as Yalishanda — who allegedly provided servers and troubleshooting to cybercriminals. Officials say criminal hackers relied on Media Land to launch distributed denial-of-service…

by Lacey Pfalz Last updated: 10:50 AM ET, Wed November 19, 2025 U.S.-based travel agency air ticket sales marked a fourth straight monthly record in sales totals this October, marking a 6 percent year-over-year increase with a record $8.6 billion in sales, according to new data from ARC. While air travelers took one percent less trips with online travel agencies and 5 percent less business trips through corporate travel agencies in October, trips logged through leisure agencies increased 4 percent, showing leisure travel’s climb in popularity, even during a traditionally off-season month.  September sales was higher than October sales by one…

I guess we’re past the era of “and that’s what you missed on Glee.” Amazon’s Prime Video streamer is adding AI-generated “Video Recaps” to help viewers catch up between seasons of shows, the company announced on Wednesday. According to Amazon, the feature “utilizes generative AI to create theatrical-quality season recaps with synchronized narration, dialogue, and music.” It will begin rolling out in beta on Wednesday for select Prime Originals, like “Fallout,” “Tom Clancy’s Jack Ryan,” and “Upload.” Prime Video launched a similar AI-powered feature last year called “X-Ray Recaps,” which summarizes complete seasons, episodes, or parts of episodes — at…

The agenda for Signature Travel Network’s annual conference, which was held earlier this month in Las Vegas, was nothing if not ambitious – not to mention successful.The member-owned cooperative unveiled a slew of new 2026 technology and marketing initiatives, reported the results of a record-breaking year and recognized high-performing travel advisors. On the technology front, Signature introduced Signature Storybook, an AI tool that will “find the right products for their clients and pitch the product in real-time,” the cooperative said. The tool, which is currently in beta testing, is scheduled for release in the first quarter of 2026.Inspire Academy, designed…

Decentralized social network Bluesky, a competitor to X and Threads, announced on Wednesday that it’s making further changes to its moderation process. Specifically, the company said it’s introducing new updates around how it tracks violations of its Community Guidelines and enforces its policies. This includes the inclusion of new reporting categories in the app, changes to its “strike” system for violations, and more guidance provided to those who violate the rules. The moderation changes are rolling out with the latest version of the Bluesky app (v. 1.110), which also includes a dark-mode app icon and a redesigned feature for controlling…

by Phil Cappelli Last updated: 11:00 AM ET, Wed November 19, 2025 The Israel Ministry of Tourism expects a strong spring travel season as direct flights from the U.S. resume, and confidence in international travel strengthens. “Israel will enter spring with renewed vitality, strengthened by the current ceasefire, the restoration of key flight routes and a lineup of meaningful cultural events that draw visitors from around the world,” said Yoram Elgrabli, North America Tourism Commissioner, Israel Ministry of Tourism.Flight Updates Delta will resume its Atlanta (ATL) and Boston (BOS) routes to Tel Aviv (TLV) in 2026. Atlanta service returns April 15…

Auckland-founded Kiki Club launched its peer-to-peer subletting startup in New York City in 2023 with the mission of helping renters sublet their apartments while traveling for extended periods.  However, Kiki’s model violated local short-term rental laws, leading to its shutdown this past June. The New York Mayor’s Office of Special Enforcement (OSE) announced on Wednesday that Kiki has agreed to pay more than $152,000 to settle charges.  Backed by Blackbird, the Airbnb competitor aimed to simplify the subletting process and boldly promised a solution that would let users sublet their spaces for up to six months. The platform used a…