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Yahoo
5 hours ago
- Business
- Yahoo
HCN partners with Stingray to equip hotels with music streaming service
Hotel Communication Network (HCN) has entered a collaboration with Canada-based media and technology company Stingray to offer guests a new entertainment option to introduce music streaming in hotel rooms. This partnership will integrate 20 channels of fully licensed music streaming into HCN's AI concierge-enabled in-room tablets, enhancing the guest experience without any additional cost for hoteliers. Guests staying at hotels equipped with HCN's tablets can now enjoy a wide array of music playlists curated by Stingray. HCN's ad-supported model ensures that all necessary licences and royalty fees are covered, eliminating any financial burden on the hotel's part. HCN CEO Kevin Bidner said: 'This is a major evolution in the guest experience. 'Hotels have never had a way to legally stream music in guestrooms before. By teaming up with Stingray, we're making it possible for hotels to offer high-quality, licensed music without a penny coming out of their budgets. It's a win for hotels and a win for guests.' The music selection provided by Stingray covers a vast range of genres, ensuring that every guest can find something to suit their taste, whether they prefer pop, jazz, chill lounge, or classical music. Stingray chief revenue officer David Purdy said: 'Our goal is to bring the best music experiences to people wherever they are — and what better place than a hotel room, where guests are looking to relax, work, or recharge. 'Thanks to HCN's smart, ad-supported platform, we can offer our full music experience with no royalties passed on to hotels.' "HCN partners with Stingray to equip hotels with music streaming service" was originally created and published by Hotel Management Network, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site. Sign in to access your portfolio
Toronto Star
a day ago
- Business
- Toronto Star
Transforming Retail Spaces: Stingray Music and Stingray Streams Now Available on Samsung VXT
MONTREAL, July 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Stingray (TSX: RAY.A; RAY.B), an industry leader in music and video content distribution, business services, and advertising solutions, is proud to announce the launch of its Stingray Music and Stingray Streams apps on Samsung VXT (Visual eXperience Transformation). The Samsung VXT platform is a cloud-native Content Management Solution (CMS) that allows businesses to efficiently create and distribute content and even control and monitor remotely their B2B screens, including digital menus, kiosks, and signage. The latest VXT version enhances the existing VXT PIRS (Pre-Integrated Repeatable Solution), and Stingray is the first to offer a dedicated music app on this innovative platform. The Stingray Music app is tailored for large businesses of all types, including retailers, grocery and pharmacy chains, big box stores, coffee shops, bars, restaurants, and professional service waiting rooms. It aims to create immersive experiences and enhance business or retail environments by offering a seamless blend of tailored, licensed music that aligns with their brand identities.
Hamilton Spectator
a day ago
- Business
- Hamilton Spectator
Transforming Retail Spaces: Stingray Music and Stingray Streams Now Available on Samsung VXT
MONTREAL, July 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Stingray (TSX: RAY.A; RAY.B), an industry leader in music and video content distribution, business services, and advertising solutions, is proud to announce the launch of its Stingray Music and Stingray Streams apps on Samsung VXT (Visual eXperience Transformation) . The Samsung VXT platform is a cloud-native Content Management Solution (CMS) that allows businesses to efficiently create and distribute content and even control and monitor remotely their B2B screens, including digital menus, kiosks, and signage. The latest VXT version enhances the existing VXT PIRS (Pre-Integrated Repeatable Solution), and Stingray is the first to offer a dedicated music app on this innovative platform. The Stingray Music app is tailored for large businesses of all types, including retailers, grocery and pharmacy chains, big box stores, coffee shops, bars, restaurants, and professional service waiting rooms. It aims to create immersive experiences and enhance business or retail environments by offering a seamless blend of tailored, licensed music that aligns with their brand identities. Stingray Music app highlights: The Stingray Streams app is suited for small businesses and local retail chains like salons, bars, and clinics to curate relaxing visual experiences. With Stingray Streams, local retailers, small businesses and professional service offices can enjoy a diverse collection of serene soundscapes and easy-listening music paired with ambient scenes from around the world. Stingray Streams app highlights: 'Partnering with Samsung to bring Stingray Music and Stingray Streams to the VXT platform is a transformative step in delivering curated music and video experiences that resonate with businesses and their customers,' said Renaud Lafrance, Chief Revenue Officer at Stingray Business. 'We are excited to set a new standard in business solutions that enhance brand identity and customer engagement.' The integration of Stingray Music and Stingray Streams with Samsung VXT transforms how businesses use music and video, providing an innovative way to enhance customer experiences. This partnership underscores Stingray's commitment to providing cutting-edge audio and video solutions that meet the evolving demands of businesses worldwide. About Stingray Stingray (TSX: RAY.A; RAY.B), a global music, media, and technology company, is an industry leader in TV broadcasting, streaming, radio, business services, and advertising. Stingray provides an array of global music, digital, and advertising services to enterprise brands worldwide, including audio and video channels, over 100 radio stations, subscription video-on-demand content, FAST channels, karaoke products and music apps, and in-car and on-board infotainment content. Stingray Business, a division of Stingray, provides commercial solutions in music, in-store advertising solutions, digital signage, and AI-driven consumer insights and feedback. Stingray Advertising is North America's largest retail audio advertising network, delivering digital audio messaging to more than 30,000 major retail locations. Stingray has close to 1000 employees worldwide and reaches 540 million consumers in 160 countries. For more information, visit .
Scotsman
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
20 great photos of former Edinburgh attraction that made a splash in the 90s Leith Waterworld
Leith Waterworld was a leisure pool built on the site of the former Leith Central railway station, which opened in 1992. It was the only pool in Edinburgh with a wave machine, and there was also a fast river run and flumes. It was closed in January 2012 in order to save funds for the Royal Commonwealth Pool's renovation and re-opening. A campaigning group against the closure, called Splashback, were funded to carry out feasibility studies, but the property has been converted into a children's soft-play centre. It first closed in November 1999 after problems were found including tiles coming away from walls, electrical problems and rusting structures. It reopened in 2002 and a new multisensory play area was introduced in 2003. Edinburgh's only other flumes opened at the Royal Commonwealth Pool in the late 80s, but unfortunately the much-loved 'Commie' flumes, including the ultra-fast Stingray and the more relaxing River Rapids, were removed in the early 2000s. 1 . Making a splash Kids enjoying the watershoots at Leith Waterworld in March, 1998. | TSPL Photo: National World Photo Sales 2 . Opening Children celebrate the opening of the new swimming pool at Leith Waterworld in May 1992. | TSPL Photo: National World Photo Sales 3 . In the pool Teenagers in the pool at Waterworld in Leith, March 1993. | TSPL Photo: National World Photo Sales 4 . Bubble pool Lynn and Shauni (5) Noble enjoying the bubble pool at Leith Waterworld in March, 1998. | TSPL Photo: National World Photo Sales Related topics: EdinburghRenovationProperty
National Post
a day ago
- Business
- National Post
HCN and Stingray Partner to Bring FREE In-Room Music Streaming to Hotel Rooms
Article content Hotel Communications Network (HCN) can now equip hotels with 20 channels of genre-diverse, royalty-paid Stingray music streaming services via its ad-supported, AI Concierge enabled in-room tablets Article content CHICAGO — Hotel Communication Network (HCN), the leading global provider of ad-supported, AI Concierge enabled in-room tablets for hotels, announces a groundbreaking partnership with Stingray, the Montreal-based global music, media, and technology company. This industry-first collaboration will bring 20 channels of genre-diverse, fully licensed music streaming to HCN's in-room tablets — delivering a new layer of entertainment to hotel guests at no cost to hoteliers. Article content With this partnership, guests can now enjoy curated music playlists from Stingray directly on the HCN tablet. The player, designed for flexibility, can be minimized on the screen to allow for multitasking while listening. After every three songs, an audio ad will play—mimicking the familiar rhythm of traditional radio. The best part? All applicable licenses and royalty fees are fully covered through HCN's innovative ad-supported tablet platform, meaning no cost or additional infrastructure is required from the hotel. Article content 'This is a major evolution in the guest experience,' said Kevin Bidner, CEO of HCN. 'Hotels have never had a way to legally stream music in guestrooms before. By teaming up with Stingray, we're making it possible for hotels to offer high-quality, licensed music without a penny coming out of their budgets. It's a win for hotels and a win for guests.' Article content Stingray's music channels span a broad range of genres—from pop and jazz to chill lounge and classical—catering to every guest's mood and preference. This exclusive feature enhances the in-room ambiance and contributes to a more personalized, comfortable stay. Article content 'This partnership is a natural fit,' said David Purdy, Chief Revenue Officer of Stingray. 'Our goal is to bring the best music experiences to people wherever they are — and what better place than a hotel room, where guests are looking to relax, work, or recharge. Thanks to HCN's smart, ad-supported platform, we can offer our full music experience with no royalties passed on to hotels.' Article content With HCN based in Ottawa and Stingray headquartered in Montreal, this partnership marks a powerful Canadian collaboration driving innovation in hospitality tech. Together, they're setting a new standard in guest engagement and entertainment. Article content About The Hotel Communication Network (HCN) Article content Hotel Communication Network (HCN) is the hospitality industry's leading provider of in-room guest engagement and monetization platforms. Following its acquisition of Crave Interactive, HCN now operates the largest global network of smart hotel tablets and mobile solutions, seamlessly integrating guest services, hotel operations, and contextual media delivery. The combined platform delivers personalized digital concierge services, revenue-generating programmatic advertising, and strategic brand activations at scale. HCN supports major hotel brands across North America, Europe, and the Middle East, offering a turnkey solution that enhances the guest experience while unlocking new revenue streams for hotel operators. For more information, visit Article content . Article content About Stingray Article content Stingray (TSX: RAY.A; RAY.B), a global music, media, and technology company, is an industry leader in TV broadcasting, streaming, radio, business services, and advertising. Stingray provides an array of global music, digital, and advertising services to enterprise brands worldwide, including audio and video channels, 97 radio stations, subscription video-on-demand content, FAST channels, karaoke products and music apps, and in-car and on-board infotainment content. Stingray Business, a division of Stingray, provides commercial solutions in music, in-store advertising solutions, digital signage, and AI-driven consumer insights and feedback. Stingray Advertising is North America's largest retail audio advertising network, delivering digital audio messaging to more than 30,000 major retail locations. Stingray has close to 1,000 employees worldwide and reaches 540 million consumers in 160 countries. For more information, visit Article content Article content Article content Article content Article content Contacts Article content Media: Article content Barb Worcester Article content Article content Article content Article content
