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Airline passengers like the sound of biometrics but privacy still a concern

By Linda Fox | June 27, 2017

Take-aways from the latest passenger survey from SITA include the increasing popularity of biometrics. The research reveals 57% would definitely use biometrics instead of a passport or boarding pas... Read More

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Priceline Group goes into BAT

By Sponsored Content | June 26, 2017

One of the many reasons why Priceline Group has become the biggest travel business in the world by market capitalization is its mastery of search engine marketing. While some question the wisdom o... Read More

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Payments: airlines’ under-appreciated, under-leveraged asset

By Sponsored Content | June 26, 2017

Payments are one of the airline industry’s most potent tools to increase direct distribution, grow revenues and reduce costs. And yet, based on proprietary research conducted by Atmosphere Research on... Read More

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Ola nabs another tourism gig

By Martin Cowen | June 26, 2017

India's mobility giant Ola has received another seal of approval, signing a deal with tourism authorities in the state of Andra Pradesh (APTDC). Andra Pradesh is on the southeast coast of India. It... Read More

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Startup pitch: Generation Voyage wants to aggregate tours and activities

By Linda Fox | June 26, 2017

The tours and activities sector is hard to crack. The market is fragmented and the millions of providers aren't necessarily sophisticated when it comes to technology. Enter France-based Generation... Read More

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Travel and expense tech firms merge to take on Concur

By Linda Fox | June 26, 2017

Travel and expense technology companies Certify, Nexonia, ExpenseWatch and Tallie have merged to create what they are calling the largest independent company in the space. K1 Investment Management... Read More

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TripAdvisor helps nab a robocall spoofer

By Michele McDonald | June 23, 2017

The US Federal Communications Commission said TripAdvisor played a key role in bringing a flood of illegal robocalls to a halt. The FCC proposed a $120 million fine against a Florida resident who a... Read More

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American to pay incentives for segments booked via NDC connections

By Michele McDonald | June 23, 2017

American Airlines is rolling out a travel agency incentive program to encourage agents to adopt an NDC connection with the carrier. American will pay agencies $2 for every AA-marketed segment proce... Read More

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What to expect from the travel industry in 2017: Results from the Phocuswright research with EAN

By Sponsored Content | June 23, 2017

Recent years have been up and down, but the global travel market is set for growth in 2017, driven by major gains in Asia Pacific, with an increasingly mature Chinese market at the forefront. NB: T... Read More

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Getting the measure of digital transformation

By Martin Cowen | June 23, 2017

"Digital transformation" is an abstract concept, existing in a world where data and analytics can turn every business and consumer interaction into something concrete. Travel businesses like to mea... Read More

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CWT ponders charges in latest twist in airline distribution play

By Linda Fox | June 23, 2017

Carlson Wagonlit Travel says it is considering levying charges going forward to mitigate the cost of having to book fares via new methods introduced by airlines. In a carefully worded statement, the... Read More

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Altran looks to bring more automation to in-flight service

By Marisa Garcia | June 23, 2017

Engineering solutions firm Altran has demonstrated its vision of a digital future for aviation which includes better cabin environments with a quick flick of the wrist. Altran’s digital Center of Exc... Read More

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Uber moves to mend fences with drivers, allowing in-app tipping

By Michele McDonald | June 22, 2017

Uber is making a long sought-after change to its mobile app, allowing customers to tip within the Uber app when they reach their destinations. The move is part of Uber’s “180 Days of Change,” a pro... Read More

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Hotels and OTAs failing to inspire guests

By Martin Cowen | June 22, 2017

A new report from TrustYou suggests that hotels and OTAs are not yet fully embracing the opportunities around upselling and ancillary revenues. The killer chart references the subject of the commun... Read More

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Interrail trip planning data signals wider opportunities

By Martin Cowen | June 22, 2017

Trains now have a seat - with plenty of legroom and great views - at the top table of B2B and B2C travel tech following Expedia Inc's purchase of a majority stake in SilverRail. Factor in what's ha... Read More

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