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Proptech is redefining luxury in Dubai’s short-term rentals. High-net-worth guests can enjoy app-controlled stays with automated climate settings, personalized concierge services, and AI that remembers preferences. With blockchain set to streamline payments and contracts, the future is seamless. Companies like Frank Porter, with proprietary tech platforms, are setting the standard for operational excellence and guest satisfaction, the author adds.
Dubai’s short-term rental sector is being reshaped by cutting-edge proptech. From AI-driven guest personalization and immersive VR tours to smart home automation and sustainable energy solutions, technology is enhancing guest satisfaction and owner efficiency. With its strong digital infrastructure and appetite for innovation, Dubai is poised to lead the global shift toward intelligent, mobile-first hospitality...
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Gazans mourn at dawn after night of intense Israeli strikes
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Victor Abou-Ghanem
CEO of STORY Hospitality and a Member of the Management Board at Abu Dhabi Capital Group.
Industry: Hospitality
Aradhana Khowala
CEO of Aptamind Partners & Chair of the Group Advisory Board of Red Sea Global in Saudi Arabia
Industry: Tourism & Hospitality
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CEO - Almosafer
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