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Velocity Ventures takes stake in big data and predictive analytics startup
News / Startups
Velocity Ventures takes stake in big data and predictive analytics startup
By WiT | August 8, 2022
Switzerland-based startup Zytlyn uses big data and machine learning to provide companies with predictive insights on travel demand. Read More
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News / Online
Cendyn acquires Digitalhotelier to enhance guest experience
By Kathryn Walson | August 4, 2022
The acquisition of Digitalhotelier will enable Cendyn to maximize direct bookings and enhance the guest experience. Read More
Booking Holdings nearly doubles revenue in Q2 2022
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Booking Holdings nearly doubles revenue in Q2 2022
By Jill Menze | August 3, 2022
Revenues for Q2 2022 were up 99% year-on-year to $4.3 billion, while room nights booked surpassed 2019 levels. Read More
Can a chatbot alone manage travel disruptions?
News / Technology
Can a chatbot alone manage travel disruptions?
By Kathryn Walson | August 3, 2022
While chatbot technology in travel has evolved, it can't replace everything a live agent can accomplish. Read More
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News / Online
Arbitrip hotel booking platform snapped up by Israel's Talma Shlomo
By Linda Fox | August 3, 2022
Israel-based Talma Shlomo has embarked on an M&A program to expand its presence globally. Read More
Sabre on “long-term upward trajectory” as bookings recover
News / Distribution
Sabre on “long-term upward trajectory” as bookings recover
By Jill Menze | August 2, 2022
Sabre revenue was $658 million for the second quarter of 2022, driven in part by an increase in global air, hotel and other travel bookings. Read More
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News / Online
Google's three best practices to capture travel demand
By Mitra Sorrells | August 2, 2022
As travel-related searches increase, Google offers tips on how brands can use data to drive bookings. Read More
Thailand-based PTT Oil and Retail invests in Traveloka
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Thailand-based PTT Oil and Retail invests in Traveloka
By WiT | August 2, 2022
Both companies say the collaboration will provide growth opportunities in domestic and international markets. Read More
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Video: Technology’s role in the renewal of travel
By PhocusWire | August 1, 2022
Amadeus Hospitality’s Joe Ahmed Youssef explains the new traveler trends hoteliers need to address and how technology can be a critical part of that strategy. Read More
Amadeus reports positive quarter driven by North America recovery
News / Distribution
Amadeus reports positive quarter driven by North America recovery
By Linda Fox | July 29, 2022
The Madrid-based company saw improvement in passengers boarded and travel agency bookings. Read More
Accor details restructure of its 43 hotel brands into two business units
News / Distribution
Accor details restructure of its 43 hotel brands into two business units
By Linda Fox | July 29, 2022
Accor's reorganization, dubbed “turbo,” will create two units within the hotel group. Read More
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News / Technology
Travel is back - and so are the hackers
By Robert Kusters - PerimeterX | July 29, 2022
An uptick in nefarious activity is exposing new avenues for scammers to carry out attacks - but travel and hospitality companies can be proactive. Read More
Tripbtoz expands to Singapore, San Francisco with Series B raise
News / Startups
Tripbtoz expands to Singapore, San Francisco with Series B raise
By Yeoh Siew Hoon - WiT | July 29, 2022
The Seoul-based online travel agency has raised $8 million to-date. Read More
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Mews launches venture arm to fuel growth and innovation in hospitality industry
By Kathryn Walson | July 28, 2022
Following three acquisitions in the past year, Mews has launched Mews Ventures to accelerate M&A activity. Read More
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Wyndham’s Julie White on distribution, loyalty and marketing
By PhocusWire | July 28, 2022
In the PhocusWire Studio at Phocuswright Europe 2022, White discusses her work with the global company’s managed and franchised properties across EMEA. Read More