Biometrics

Opinion / Technology

Seamless and secure cross-border travel - the tech is here, collaboration needed next

By Liselotte de Maar and Rajeev Kaul - Accenture | February 22, 2019

Using biometrics and cryptography, KTDI enables the creation of unique, verifiable and secure digital identities for travelers that will provide them with nearly hassle-free travel. Now it needs... Read More

News / Online

China, part 2: A conversation with Ctrip founder James Liang

By Mitra Sorrells | February 11, 2019

For part two of our China theme month, we talk to Ctrip co-founder and chairman James Liang about the company's growth and future plans. Read More

Interview / Technology

In The Big Chair - Kevin King of Shiji

By Mitra Sorrells | February 7, 2019

Founded in 1998, Shiji Information Technology Company provides software solutions and services for the hospitality, food service, retail and entertainment industries, ranging from hotel management... Read More

Interview / Technology

VIDEO: Quicket.io - Launch pitch at Phocuswright 2018

By Kevin May | January 17, 2019

Quicket demonstrates what could be possible if there are no legacy technology constraints for speech and face recognition, virtual and augmented reality, and machine-learning advancement in mobile... Read More

News / Technology

CES 2019: Delta boss talks data, AI and internal culture

By Linda Fox | January 10, 2019

Delta CEO Ed Bastian talks about internal culture, AI and other data initiatives during CES 2019. Read More

News / Technology

Facial-recognition technology gains support to expedite airport security

By Mitra Sorrells | January 8, 2019

It appears Americans are becoming more comfortable with facial-recognition technology, particularly if it is used to expedite travel or improve public safety. Read More

From Our Partners / Technology

VIDEO: OAG on adding tech to intelligence

By Kevin May | December 19, 2018

The combination of innovation and technology in aviation has never been as strong and, most importantly, crucial to running a successful airline. Read More

Opinion / Technology

Will airline growth be dependent on mobile and smart technology?

By Hugh Aitken - Skyscanner | December 18, 2018

With passenger numbers set to double over the next twenty years, the aviation industry will need to keep up with the demands of an increasingly connected and tech-savvy traveler. Read More

From Our Partners / Technology

VIDEO: Arkose Labs on beating hackers at their own game

By Kevin May | December 18, 2018

Cyber attacks are getting increasingly sophisticated, as numerous events over the course of 2018 have illustrated. Read More

News / Technology

Hertz enables biometric check-out for car rentals

By Robert Silk - Travel Weekly | December 13, 2018

Hertz plans to offer fast check-out lanes powered by biometrics at more than 40 airports by the end of next year. Read More

Interview / Startups

VIDEO: Airside Mobile - Summit pitch runner-up at Phocuswright 2018

By Kevin May | December 13, 2018

Airside's new privacy-by-design, consumer-centric ID platform offers a faster path to deploying biometrics in travel. Read More

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

News / Technology

Biometric-led travel sees a boost as initiatives take off

By Linda Fox | November 1, 2018

Emirates is claiming a world first with the launch a “biometric path” for travelers at Dubai International Airport. It is one of a number of projects pushing the technology during 2018. Read More

News / Technology

Boost for biometrics as airlines and airports plan ID management investment

By Linda Fox | September 27, 2018

Sita's latest IT report reveals investment from airports and airlines in biometric ID management. Read More

News / Technology

Shiji and Fliggy partner to enable facial recognition for hotel check-in

By Mitra Sorrells | September 14, 2018

Facial recognition is enabling travelers to check into a hotel, receive a room card and establish payment authorization, all in about 30 seconds. Read More

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