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Prospective client more eager to pay than negotiate? It may be a scam

Event agencies are being targeted by fake enquiries, while sham websites or even pretend CEO voice calls increasingly trick unsuspecting attendees and exhibitors in an age of AI.

Prospective client more eager to pay than negotiate? It may be a scam
Samsung Gear S2
Samsung Gear S2
Ready to kickstart your fitness regime? Samsung Gear S2 provides personalised real-time information on your workout programme by using the device's heart rate sensor.
Parkroyal on Pickering gets creative with its space
Parkroyal on Pickering gets creative with its space
A business hotel with a difference, Parkroyal on Pickering has made creative use of its space since its opening in 2013.
Making Magic
Making Magic
Asia is the muse that provides Selina Chavry, global managing director, Pacific World, with the ideas for transforming events into memories. M&C Asia finds out more.
App, App, and Away
App, App, and Away
With smartphone usage taking off like a rocket, mobile capabilities have taken on phenomenal possibilities, with none as versatile as that for apps. In the meetings arena, apps development has been enjoying impressive growth; we take a look at 10 innovative apps that could transform your event.
Barcelona: Big on Congress
Barcelona: Big on Congress
Consistency is the name of the game for this popular city that has delegates and tourists alike making a beeline for its shores. Barcelona led the way in 2013 as the top city for attracting the most congress delegates: 122,877 delegates at 179 conferences.
Onward Osaka
Onward Osaka
Known as the city of bright lights and the hub for trade and commerce, Osaka channels its innovative spirit into bold plans for MICE in the coming years.
Bali
Bali
Indonesia’s most popular vacation spot Bali ticks all the boxes for an exotic destination, with endless ribbons of beach, traditional villages, unspoilt jungles and forests, and ornate ancient temples.
Bangkok
Bangkok
Bangkok is known the world over for its rich culture, delicious cuisine and friendly people. Adding to this is its fantastic selection of internationally renowned tourist attractions and superlative convention facilities, coupled with vibrant restaurant and nightlife scenes, all of which makes the Thai capital an exciting choice for all types of events.
Starwood debuts luxury property in Tokyo
Starwood debuts luxury property in Tokyo
The Prince Gallery Tokyo Kioicho offers 250 keys
Flat earbuds with Bedphone
Finally: Flat earbuds
These slimmed-down headphones make it easy to drift off
Zozi mobile concierge
Mobile Concierge
Take this fast track to booking tours and attractions
BCD Meetings & Events expands global reach
BCD Meetings & Events expands global reach
Thirteen markets added
Global Air Travel Demand In 2015 Hit Highest Growth Rate Since 2010
Global Air Travel Demand In 2015 Hit Highest Growth Rate Since 2010
Lower fares propelled growth
sustainable coasters
Sustainable drinking
Eco-friendly coasters for trade show giveaways