Blockchain

News / Technology

Cryptocurrency platform Binance partners with Splyt for rides and experiences

By Mitra Sorrells | June 20, 2022

Binance is integrating ride-hailing and experiences from Splyt so users can book and pay with cryptocurrency. Read More

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Amex GBT, Shell team up for blockchain-based SAF program

By Rob Gill - BTN | June 20, 2022

Amex GBT, Shell and Accenture have launched Avelia, a "book-and-claim" platform for sourcing sustainable aviation fuel. Read More

News / Startups

More travel startups get into NFT game

By Mitra Sorrells | June 14, 2022

Two new startups are launching with solutions that use NFTs, one for brands and one to help travelers track trips. Read More

News / Technology

Travel industry sees marketing potential in web3

By Linda Fox | June 9, 2022

Travel marketers are keen to explore technologies such as the metaverse, AI and NFTs. Read More

Opinion / Technology

A DMO's guide to NFTs

By Martin Stoll - Sparkloft Media | June 3, 2022

Travel marketers should pay close attention, understand the technology and start experimenting for themselves. Read More

News / Technology

Phocuswright Europe 2022: Developing decentralized ID

By PhocusWire | May 27, 2022

Two of the people leading work on decentralized digital identity for travel will take the stage to discuss current developments and future opportunities. Read More

News / Startups

Chain4Travel lands £3.6M in funding for blockchain platform

By Linda Fox | May 25, 2022

The Switzerland-based company was launched by former Peakwork and Hotelplan executives. Read More

News / Technology

Hotels develop VR "twins" as first step into metaverse

By Mitra Sorrells | May 20, 2022

Hotels are beginning to develop virtual representations of their physical properties, which will eventually live in the metaverse and support sales and marketing. Read More

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NoMo claims U.S. first with NFT hotel stays

By Linda Fox | May 19, 2022

The property believes it's the first hotel in the U.S. to enable guests to book stays via blockchain technology. Read More

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Iomob partners with Next Earth metaverse for journey planning

By Linda Fox | May 9, 2022

The aim of the partnership is to collaborate on the development of a service to plan real-life journeys via the metaverse. Read More

News / Technology

First NFT flight ticket sells for $1M in live auction

By Jill Menze | April 27, 2022

The NFT flight ticket from TravelX and Air Europa is said to be the most valuable ticket sold in commercial aviation history. Read More

News / Distribution

New booking systems signal next step for blockchain

By Mitra Sorrells | April 19, 2022

In notable advancement for blockchain, two new systems are enabling travelers to book hotels and rentals. Read More

Opinion / Technology

Decentralization is not a dirty word in hospitality

By Vinod Kelwani - Technoheaven | April 13, 2022

When you evaluate the basis for a decentralized hospitality market, as a travel agent or online travel agency, you’d be forgiven for telling most people to go and wash their mouth out. Read More