Event technology news

Here are some recent event technology news articles and updates:

1. Virtual and Hybrid Events on the Rise

• According to a report by EventMB, 71% of event professionals expect to host more virtual events in the next two years, while 63% expect to host more hybrid events. (Source: EventMB)
• Virtual event platform, Hopin, raises $125 million in funding to expand its platform and services. (Source: TechCrunch)

2. Event Apps and Mobile Technology

• Event app, Bizzabo, launches a new feature allowing attendees to connect with each other and schedule meetings. (Source: Bizzabo)
• Mobile event app, Whova, raises $10 million in funding to expand its platform and services. (Source: Whova)

3. Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) in Events

• Event technology company, Cvent, launches an AI-powered event planning platform to help planners streamline their workflow. (Source: Cvent)
• AI-powered event platform, EventMobi, raises $5 million in funding to expand its platform and services. (Source: EventMobi)

4. Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR) in Events

• Event production company, Freeman, launches an AR platform to enhance attendee experiences. (Source: Freeman)
• VR event platform, VR First, raises $10 million in funding to expand its platform and services. (Source: VR First)

5. Sustainability and Environmental Impact

• Event technology company, GreenScreen, launches a platform to help event planners reduce their environmental impact. (Source: GreenScreen)
• The International Live Events Association (ILEA) launches a sustainability initiative to promote environmentally responsible events. (Source: ILEA)

6. Event Data and Analytics

• Event data platform, EventTrack, raises $5 million in funding to expand its platform and services. (Source: EventTrack)
• Data analytics company, Swoogo, launches a new platform to help event planners track and analyze attendee data. (Source: Swoogo)

7. Event Security and Safety

• Event security company, SecureMingle, launches a new platform to help event planners ensure attendee safety. (Source: SecureMingle)
• The International Association of Event Professionals (IAEP) launches a new initiative to promote event safety and security. (Source: IAEP)

These are just a few examples of the latest event technology news and updates. The event technology industry is constantly evolving, and there are many exciting developments happening right now.