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Sixt and Intel unite for autonomous taxi vehicle launch

By Kevin May | September 10, 2021

Robotaxi services in the Bavarian city will be available via the Sixt app and on Moovit. Read More

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SoftBank invests $1.7B into South Korean travel platform Yanolja

By Jill Menze | July 16, 2021

According to Yanolja, despite the impact of the coronavirus pandemic, the company achieved both net growth and gains in operating profit last year. Read More

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Former Uber exec leads $17.5M round into autonomous traffic management platform NoTraffic

By Jill Menze | July 14, 2021

NoTraffic uses artificial intelligence to modernize traffic management and save cities on infrastructure and traffic management costs. Read More

Interview / Technology

How I Got Here, episode 69 - Dean Donovan of DiamondStream Partners

By PhocusWire | June 18, 2021

After playing a central role in the creation of Mexico's first low-cost carrier, DiamondStream is now an important player in the development of companies and next-generation technology in the mobility... Read More

Interview / Technology

Sounding Off: Not all tech fads have a place in travel

By PhocusWire | June 11, 2021

NFTs are probably at the very thinnest end of a useful wedge right now but travel brands need at the very least to be keeping one eye on the bigger trends in the tech space. Read More

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Is there a role for NFTs in travel?

By Jill Menze | June 9, 2021

Non-fungible tokens could present an opportunity for travelers to gain clout and for providers to connect with their audiences. Read More

Opinion / Technology

Why technology is the key to getting the world moving again

By David Taylor - Publicis Sapient | May 25, 2021

As it emerges from crisis, the travel industry should not consider a return to normal but rather rebuild itself with the future in mind. Read More

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Vancouver Airport creates technology testbed for new revenue streams

By Linda Fox | April 23, 2021

The Canadian airport is looking at ways to leverage its assets differently while much of its operations remains on hold because of the pandemic. Read More

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Cruise autonomous vehicle brand tops up earlier round with new $750M investment

By Kevin May | April 20, 2021

In January this year, Microsoft led a $2 billion funding round as part of a long-term strategic relationship to accelerate the commercialization of self-driving vehicles. Read More

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Xie Zhu lands $46M for smart hotel technology

By Linda Fox | April 2, 2021

This latest investment comes on top of $37 million in funding announced in January 2020. Read More

Opinion / Technology

Is hospitality ready to service the digitally savvy travel consumer?

By Max Starkov - hospitality consultant and strategist | February 16, 2021

There is a clear deficit of proper hospitality industry education in digital technology and the latest technology innovations, trends and best practices. Read More

News / Technology

Casai talks technology investment and data-driven decisions

By Linda Fox | February 10, 2021

For a company that set its strategy on offering smart rentals - its name translates as smart home - it concedes a need to ensure the business is getting the basics right. Read More

Interview / Technology

In The Big Chair - Anand Krishnan of IBS Software

By Jill Menze | February 4, 2021

In 2018, Anand Krishnan was brought on as CEO of IBS Software, a leading SaaS solutions provider managing mission-critical operations for airlines, airports, hotels and cruise companies. Read More

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Microsoft bets on autonomous vehicle tech with investment in GM's Cruise

By Jill Menze | January 21, 2021

Microsoft is backing a $2 billion funding round for General Motors’ driverless car unit Cruise as part of a long-term strategic relationship. Read More

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How Amazon Web Services wants to aid travel brands in recovery

By Jill Menze | December 16, 2020

Through its new Competency Partner program and work with organizations like Star Alliance, AWS is helping travel brands address new demands brought on by COVID-19. Read More

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