US companies spend a combined $7.3+ billion annually to allow business travelers paying to stay connected while they travel, according to global research release today from Amba Hotels, hotels for the discerning business traveler. The average US business traveler spends $15.10 on Wi-Fi and roaming charges on each trip. continue reading →
Marriott International has decided to withdraw as a party to the petition seeking direction from the FCC on legal Wi-Fi security measures. continue reading →
The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AH&LA) issued this statement following withdrawal of its petition before the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) for rulemaking to Interpret 47 U.S.C. § 333, or, in the Alternative, for Rulemaking; RM 1173. The statement was issued by Katherine Lugar, president & CEO of AH&LA. continue reading →
The Marriott, and other hotels, shouldn't be able to block users Wi-Fi hotspots, FCC commissioner Jessica Rosenworcel said, speaking at the State of the Net conference. continue reading →
Following a social media uproar, Marriott says it won't block guests' Wi-Fi hotspots in their hotel rooms. In fact, Marriott says it never planned to block guests' access. The hotel chain says its plans had been misunderstood. continue reading →
Google and Microsoft have joined a growing chorus of businesses that oppose Marriott's attempt to block guests' Wi-Fi hotspots in their hotel rooms. continue reading →