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

News / Online

PODCAST: PhocusWire PundIT Show #16

By Kevin May | November 30, 2018

The second our podcasts recorded during The Phocuswright Conference in Los Angeles is now available. Read More

News / Technology

VIDEO: Jeff Katz on a new path for connectivity

By Kevin May | November 28, 2018

Jeff Katz is an enigmatic figure in the travel industry, having overseen a string of business and considered by many as an important thinker in the development of the modern sector. Read More

Dee Waddell IBM Phocuswright Conference 2018

News / Technology

VIDEO: IBM on how blockchain will - and won't - impact travel

By Mitra Sorrells | November 20, 2018

When it comes to blockchain, focus on the business concepts and not the technology. Read More

News / Technology

Tech Heads at a crossroads: all-in, shun, or dabble?

By Kevin May | November 5, 2018

The problem with new forms of technology appearing on the scene is that for travel brands there is a lot of evaluating needed. Read More

News / Technology

Blockchain, emerging markets and a new travel economy

By Jill Menze | October 25, 2018

Just how significant will blockchain be on the digital economy, and what are its practical applications? Read More

News / Technology

Startup Pitch - Hooch Black combines subscriber discounts with digital rewards

By Martin Cowen | October 16, 2018

Consumer-facing subscription models in travel and other verticals existed before the internet. Paying a fee in order to access discounts is a relatively simple model for consumers to understand - the Read More

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Overcoming the many challenges to make blockchain work for airline distribution

By Linda Fox | October 11, 2018

Airlines are experimenting with different use cases blockchain and some see real potential for distribution. Read More

Interview / Startups

STARTUP STAGE: KeyoCoin helps independent travel companies through universal rewards program

By Linda Fox | October 10, 2018

KeyoCoin is a blockchain-based travel rewards cryptocurrecy and platform that aims to get independent travel businesses in front of consumers, as well as provide them with a rewards program. Read More

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Air France-KLM takes the Winding Tree road

By Pamela Whitby | October 4, 2018

Air France-KLM has taken a cue from Lufthansa to become the latest major airline to sign a deal with Winding Tree, the blockchain start-up looking to play disruptor with its decentralised travel ecosy Read More