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Why it's time for travel to enter the metaverse

By Mitra Sorrells | March 24, 2022

Web3 consultant Steve Bambury says the virtual world of the metaverse is very real, and travel brands should act now to create a presence in it. Read More

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Where blockchain and NFTs might meet physical travel

By Linda Fox | March 23, 2022

Iomob CEO Boyd Cohen discusses use cases for NFT and blockchain in travel, the move from being centralized to decentralization and the readiness of the industry. Read More

News / Online

Private travel club membership NFT Tiger Being launches in Asia

By Linda Fox | March 18, 2022

Members get access to hotel, airline, private yacht and other offers via an “NFT pass.” Read More

News / Startups

TravelX nabs $10M for blockchain driven distribution

By Linda Fox | March 16, 2022

The startup aims to create new ways of distribution using blockchain technology. Read More

News / Startups

Crypto-based travel rewards startup FlyCoin raises $33M

By Mitra Sorrells | February 8, 2022

FlyCoin provides companies in travel and hospitality with a blockchain-based loyalty solution that rewards consumers with FLY tokens. Read More

Interview / Technology

Sounding Off: Collaboration is key to enabling decentralized tech

By PhocusWire | January 28, 2022

It's a tremendous leap to consider, but that spirit of teamwork during the pandemic could be the framework that all of those with a vested interest will use to move things forward. Read More

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Q&A: Why - and how - travel brands should embrace verifiable ID

By Mitra Sorrells | January 26, 2022

Affinidi's director of travel says there will be opportunities for travel operators and intermediaries that can accept they do not "own" the customer. Read More

Opinion / Technology

What NFTs and the metaverse mean for airline loyalty programs

By Joseph Vito DeLuca - Kambr | January 19, 2022

While NFT and metaverse technologies are in their infancy, they have the potential to reimagine airline loyalty programs. Read More

Interview / Technology

Sounding Off: A major - and overdue - power shift is coming to travel

By PhocusWire | January 14, 2022

Self-sovereign decentralized identity solutions are coming to travel and will give consumers much-needed control over their personal data. Read More

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VIDEO: How DeFi tokens can reinvent travel loyalty

By PhocusWire | January 11, 2022

Coras CEO Mark McLaughlin explains how blockchain-based tokens can solve problems inherent in existing loyalty programs. Read More

News / Technology

VIDEO: How SSI eliminates friction, adds control for travelers

By PhocusWire | January 11, 2022

At The Phocuswright Conference, a panel of technology professionals discuss the benefits of self-sovereign digital identity for the travel industry - both for suppliers and consumers. Read More

News / Startups

Tourism startup LynKey launches NFT solutions for travel experiences

By Jill Menze | January 11, 2022

LynKey aims to connect people with property tech and smart tourism experiences from resorts and cruises with NFTs and metaverse AR and VR solutions. Read More

Opinion / Technology

Four trends shaping travel fintech in 2022

By Jean-Christophe Lacour and Damian Alonso - Amadeus | January 7, 2022

Amadeus payment executives offer thoughts on what to expect in the rapidly developing world of financial technology solutions for travel. Read More

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Travala builds NFT-based travel rewards program

By Jill Menze | January 5, 2022

The “Travel Tigers” NFT collection gives users access to Travala’s Smart Diamond membership program. Read More

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VIDEO: Travel applications of decentralized digital ID

By PhocusWire | January 5, 2022

In the recent PhocusWire Pulse: Emerging Innovation online event, two experts explain how SSI and DDID will transform the travel experience. Read More

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