Biometrics

News / Technology

Apple launches digital ID feature using US passport information

By Abby Crotty | November 13, 2025

Travelers can store information from their U.S. passport in their iPhone or Apple Watch and present it for identity verification at airport security. Read More

Interview / Startups

Hot 25 Travel Startups for 2026: Indicio

By PhocusWire | November 10, 2025

Indicio offers decentralized identity technology to help make digital identity verification seamless, secure and compliant for airlines, airports and border agencies. Read More

News / Online

Rapid Fire with Geoff Freeman of USTA

By Abby Crotty | November 6, 2025

As we approach The Phocuswright Conference in San Diego, PhocusWire is highlighting a number of conference speakers in a series of Q&As. Read More

News / Technology

TSA hopes for tech to help with ‘seamless’ travel in coming years

By Morgan Hines | September 24, 2025

The U.S. airline security body is leaning into new technology including artificial intelligence, digital ID and biometrics with the aim of a seamless travel experience in airports. Read More

News / Technology

Exploring the intersection of digital identity and AI in travel

By Abby Crotty | September 22, 2025

In the fifth and final installment of The New Age(nts) Trend Series, panelists discussed the future of generative AI, autonomous agents and digital ID in travel. Read More

News / Technology

Lufthansa, Amadeus test digital ID wallet for travel in Europe

By Linda Fox | September 16, 2025

The test focused on self-service check-in as well as bag drop, security services and boarding. Read More

Opinion / Technology

How AI is transforming travel safety for real people

By Suzanne Sangiovese - Riskline | July 23, 2025

Riskline CEO Suzanne Sangiovese discusses how AI can change the game and improve traveler safety. Read More

News / Online

Business travel spend to hit new high despite global uncertainty

By Morgan Hines | July 21, 2025

Global business travel spending is projected to reach $1.57 trillion this year, a 6.6% growth year over year, and the United States is expected to be the top market for spending, according to a new GBTA... Read More

News / Technology

Industry leaders on the future of digital identity and AI agents

By Abby Crotty | July 14, 2025

During a session at Phocuswright Europe 2025, industry leaders discussed the impact of digital identity wallets and how AI will come into play. Read More

News / Technology

Progressing toward ‘seamless’ travel with self-sovereign identity

By Abby Crotty | June 25, 2025

According to Nick Price, co-chair of DIF Hospitality & Travel Special Interest Group, the current travel experience is too difficult to manage. Read More

News / Technology

Flying into the future: Willie Walsh calls for tech-first thinking at IATA AGM

By Yeoh Siew Hoon - WiT | June 9, 2025

IATA director general Willie Walsh addressed the future of air travel and the crucial role of technology. Read More

News / Distribution

How will generative AI impact travel distribution?

By Abby Crotty | May 29, 2025

In the latest installment of Phocuswright’s The New Age(nts) Trend Series, industry leaders discussed the travel sector’s preparedness for distribution shifts in the face of the generative AI... Read More

Event / Technology

Harnessing the power of AI: What it means for tourism and hospitality

May 15, 2025

Join Miles Partnership, PhocusWire and Phocuswright to hear some of the latest and most compelling applications of AI in the travel and tourism industry. On Demand