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VIDEO: Netomi and WestJet on giving airlines a boost through AI
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VIDEO: Netomi and WestJet on giving airlines a boost through AI
By PhocusWire | December 11, 2018
Artificial intelligence-led technology is often seen only through the prism of providing consumer-facing benefits. Read More
VIDEO: Tinyclues - Launch pitch runner-up at Phocuswright 2018
Interview / Technology
VIDEO: Tinyclues - Launch pitch runner-up at Phocuswright 2018
By Kevin May | December 11, 2018
Tinyclues' AI-first solution reinvents how marketers work while doubling their campaign revenue and improving the customer experience. Read More
Travelport sold back to private equity for $4.4B
News / Distribution
Travelport sold back to private equity for $4.4B
By Kevin May | December 10, 2018
Travelport will end just over four years on the public markets and be taken into private equity hands once more, following a $4.4 billion takeover by Elliott Management Corporation. Read More
VIDEO: ARC on a future for airline distribution
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VIDEO: ARC on a future for airline distribution
December 10, 2018
ARC (Airlines Reporting Corporation) has powered settlement services for airlines, travel agencies and the travel departments of businesses for over 30 years. Read More
Eight trends that should shape your mobile strategy in 2019
Technology
Eight trends that should shape your mobile strategy in 2019
By Glenville Morris | December 7, 2018
Travelport Digital has released its top predictions for mobile travel in 2019. The annual Mobile Travel Trends report helps travel brands plan for the year ahead and here, director for digital insights,... Read More
QOTW: Something about simply pressing a button
News / Online
QOTW: Something about simply pressing a button
By Kevin May | December 7, 2018
Quote from Clayton Reid, CEO at MMGY Global, in an article on PhocusWire this week. Read More
Tourlane 24 million series b
News / Startups
Tourlane raises $24M for agent-led trip tool, plans to nearly double staff
By Mitra Sorrells | December 7, 2018
Berlin-based Tourlane, which offers online booking of custom itineraries planned by travel specialists, has raised $24 million in Series B funding.   Read More
VIDEO: AirHelp - Launch pitch winner at Phocuswright 2018
Interview / Technology
VIDEO: AirHelp - Launch pitch winner at Phocuswright 2018
By Kevin May | December 6, 2018
Machine learning: AirHelps' bots in charge of handling claims. Read More
A review of 2018, a preview for what's next: Travel marketing
News / Online
A review of 2018, a preview for what's next: Travel marketing
By Mitra Sorrells | December 5, 2018
As we look ahead to 2019, we asked MMGY Global CEO Clayton Reid to share thoughts on the future of travel and what lies ahead for marketing and advertising strategies, the growing influence of Google... Read More
VIDEO: Forter on the dangerous world of fraud in online travel
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VIDEO: Forter on the dangerous world of fraud in online travel
By PhocusWire | December 5, 2018
A subject in the minds of many a travel industry executive as 2018 draws to a close is that cyber security and online fraud. Read More
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News / Technology
Airlines urged to move quickly as cyber attacks grow in number and sophistication
By Linda Fox | December 4, 2018
Airlines and airports are increasing investment and focus on cybersecurity but need to move more quickly as attacks intensify. Read More
VIDEO: Skylark - Summit pitch at Phocuswright 2018
Interview / Startups
VIDEO: Skylark - Summit pitch at Phocuswright 2018
By Kevin May | December 4, 2018
What's the future of luxury travel? It's what we all want: convenience, transparency, value, service - and amazing vacations. Read More
Study indicates move away from direct booking among business travelers
News / Technology
Study indicates move away from direct booking among business travelers
By Linda Fox | December 3, 2018
Business travelers in Europe are moving away from direct booking channels, according to new research. Read More
Technically Speaking - Katri Harra-Salonen of Finnair
Interview / Technology
Technically Speaking - Katri Harra-Salonen of Finnair
By Linda Fox | December 3, 2018
Katri Harra-Salonen is a seasoned digital transformation exec, joining Finnair in March 2016 at its first chief digital officer. She previously ran Umbrella Strategic Advisory and Fjord, a business arm... Read More
2018 review 2019 preview blockchain
News / Technology
A review of 2018, a preview for what's next: Blockchain in travel
By Mitra Sorrells | December 3, 2018
For our look ahead, SITA Lab program manager Sherry Stein provides an update on blockchain for the air transport industry and her predictions of what to expect in 2019.   Read More
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