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SITA, Idemia partner to build digital identity ecosystem for travel
News / Technology
SITA, Idemia partner to build digital identity ecosystem for travel
By Linda Fox | November 12, 2024
The collaboration will look at furthering interoperability, trust and data security as part of a Digital Travel Ecosystem initiative from SITA. Read More
Hot 25 Travel Startups for 2025: AncillaryBox
Interview / Startups
Hot 25 Travel Startups for 2025: AncillaryBox
By PhocusWire | November 11, 2024
AncillaryBox allows airlines to offer high-quality and high-margin in-destination activities and experiences instantly and at scale. Read More
Hot 25 Travel Startups for 2025: Chain4Travel
Interview / Startups
Hot 25 Travel Startups for 2025: Chain4Travel
By PhocusWire | November 11, 2024
Chain4Travel is the initiator of the decentralized operating system Camino Network, fostering digital innovation and solving the connectivity issue for global travel with a unique travel standard.  Read More
Hot 25 Travel Startups for 2025: InterLnkd
Interview / Startups
Hot 25 Travel Startups for 2025: InterLnkd
By PhocusWire | November 11, 2024
InterLnkd aims to integrate the travel industry with the fashion, beauty and retail sectors to drive new revenue for travel brands. Read More
Presenting the Hot 25 Travel Startups for 2025
News / Startups
Presenting the Hot 25 Travel Startups for 2025
By PhocusWire | November 11, 2024
PhocusWire presents the Hot 25 Travel Startups for 2025 - our annual list of new companies in travel, tourism and hospitality we believe will make a mark on the industry in the coming months and years. Read More
PhocusWire's weekly travel tech news briefs: Sabre, Amex GBT, BlaBlaCar and more
News / Technology
PhocusWire's weekly travel tech news briefs: Sabre, Amex GBT, BlaBlaCar and more
By PhocusWire | November 8, 2024
Keep up with all the latest people, product and partner news from around the global travel industry in PhocusWire's weekly roundup. Read More
Expedia Group B2B revenue jumps 18% in Q3, far outpacing B2C
News / Online
Expedia Group B2B revenue jumps 18% in Q3, far outpacing B2C
By Mitra Sorrells | November 7, 2024
Total revenue in the quarter was up 3% year over year to $4.1 billion, but along with strength in the B2B business the company noted an acceleration in B2C bookings and a return to growth for Vrbo. Read More
Amadeus revenue hits €1.5B in Q3
News / Technology
Amadeus revenue hits €1.5B in Q3
By Linda Fox | November 7, 2024
Amadeus CEO Luis Maroto said company aims to be "undisputed aggregator" of NDC volumes for airlines. Read More
Acai Travel secures $4M for AI efficiency tools for agents
News / Startups
Acai Travel secures $4M for AI efficiency tools for agents
By Linda Fox | November 7, 2024
The funding will further the startups’ ambition to build an operating system to drive efficiency in travel operations and enhance the traveler experience. Read More
How startups, entrepreneurs and investors can avoid a genAI car crash
From Our Partners / Startups
How startups, entrepreneurs and investors can avoid a genAI car crash
By Chris Hemmeter, Thayer Investment Partners | November 7, 2024
In the first of a series of posts, Chris Hemmeter from Thayer Investment Partners outlines his perspective on the investment landscape and offers advice for startups making their way through today’s... Read More
Report: From bucket list to booking — How TikTok is shaping travel decisions today
From Our Partners / Online
Report: From bucket list to booking — How TikTok is shaping travel decisions today
By Martin Cowen and Madeline List | November 6, 2024
TikTok is at the forefront of e-commerce and can offer a route to market for travel brands looking to raise awareness and foster evangelism, backed by strong conversion rates. Read More
Progress in air travel digital wallets as live test completed
News / Technology
Progress in air travel digital wallets as live test completed
By Matthew Parsons | November 5, 2024
The latest test of digital identity was carried out during a round-trip Cathay Pacific flight between Hong Kong International Airport and Japan’s Narita International Airport. Read More
How AirAsia MOVE has become one of Southeast Asia’s top online travel agencies
From Our Partners / Online
How AirAsia MOVE has become one of Southeast Asia’s top online travel agencies
By Howard James | November 5, 2024
AirAsia MOVE partnered recently with travel aggregator PKFare to enter a crowded market, providing the best rates and most unique travel experiences for every customer, in a timely and secure way.  Read More
How AI-powered search might impact travel discovery
Opinion / Online
How AI-powered search might impact travel discovery
By Christian Watts - Magpie | November 5, 2024
As search dynamics evolve with the growth of generative AI-powered platforms, what should travel companies be thinking about and what steps can they take for future success? Read More
PhocusWire's weekly travel tech news briefs: Sabre, Uber Business, Accelya, Concur and more
News / Technology
PhocusWire's weekly travel tech news briefs: Sabre, Uber Business, Accelya, Concur and more
By PhocusWire | November 1, 2024
Keep up with all the latest people, product and partner news from around the global travel industry in PhocusWire's weekly roundup. Read More
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