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Why airport self-service technology is crucial now
By Richard Dinkelmann - ICM Airport Technics
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September 2, 2022
Forward-thinking airports are embracing self-service technology, resulting in increased efficiency and an improved passenger experience.
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Vouch launches pre-arrival platform for hotels to earn revenue via upselling
By Kathryn Walson
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August 31, 2022
Hotels maintain full control of pricing and inventory on offerings, including room upgrades, spa packages and third-party ancillary services.
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Report: Enabling a digital experience with a guest-centric hotel tech stack
By Cristina Polo
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August 29, 2022
Today, a PMS should not only dictate hotel operations processes but also support a guest-centric approach.
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Shackle raises $5.5M to digitize the hotel guest experience
By Jill Menze
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August 23, 2022
Founded in 2020, Shackle helps hotels streamline operations by integrating backend systems into its guest-facing app.
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Connect&GO raises $17M to expand attractions tech offering
By Mitra Sorrells
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August 17, 2022
The Montreal-based technology company is aiming to double its revenue and number of installations each year.
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Amadeus partners with Aimendo to boost automation capabilities
By Jill Menze
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August 15, 2022
Aimendo uses AI, machine learning and natural language processing to automate written communication such as emails and chat messages.
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Why the hotel chatbot is a must-have for data collection
By Elitza Stoilova - Umni
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August 15, 2022
With the disappearance of third-party cookies, hotel website chatbots will be critical to the collecting of first- and zero-party data.
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Velocity Ventures takes stake in big data and predictive analytics startup
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August 8, 2022
Switzerland-based startup Zytlyn uses big data and machine learning to provide companies with predictive insights on travel demand.
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Sabre on “long-term upward trajectory” as bookings recover
By Jill Menze
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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.
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Video: Technology’s role in the renewal of travel
By PhocusWire
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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.
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Travel is back - and so are the hackers
By Robert Kusters - PerimeterX
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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.
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Mews launches venture arm to fuel growth and innovation in hospitality industry
By Kathryn Walson
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July 28, 2022
Following three acquisitions in the past year, Mews has launched Mews Ventures to accelerate M&A activity.
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What’s next for voice in short-term rentals?
By Dana Young - AIPEX Technologies
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July 22, 2022
Are we approaching a tipping point where AI will be a normal part of the guest experience in a short-term rental?
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VIDEO: Road.Travel on the convergence of connected cars and travel
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July 22, 2022
Road.Travel works with automobile manufacturers to integrate its curated road trips into their vehicles.
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How data-driven tech can enhance hotel loyalty programs
By Graham Campbell - Givex
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July 19, 2022
Hotels should direct their attention to the most valuable 20% of guests in order to establish repeat revenue.
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