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49 New Marriott and Hilton Filings Reveal Risks From AI Platforms to Direct Bookings

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Sean O'Neill @ Skift 1 place · today 17:48 EDT

New Marriott and Hilton Filings Reveal Risks From AI Platforms to Direct Bookings

Artificial intelligence isn’t charging hotels commissions yet. But lawyers at Marriott and Hilton are already preparing for a world where AI platforms could become the next powerful gatekeepers in travel distribution.

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