Shahar Goldboim, CEO and founder of Boom, argues that while vibe coding gives short-term rental operators more flexibility, the real opportunity lies in AI systems that can execute reliably without turning operators into system architects.... Read More

Hyatt CEO Mark Hoplamazian discussed the opportunity for AI to make the company more efficient and more effective in Q1 2026 earnings.... Read More

DirectBooker, a PhocusWire Hot 25 Startup for 2026, has also launched an app in ChatGPT and a connector in Claude.... Read More

The India-based online travel company has added ChatGPT apps across ixigo, AbhiBus and ConfirmTkt, allowing users to search and compare travel options in a conversational interface.... Read More

Uber is pushing to become a super app as it expands to offer hotels, voice booking and more.... Read More

Hilton unveiled an Anthropic-powered AI trip planner in March.... Read More

The deal strengthens Amadeus' existing biometric and identity capabilities and follows its acquisition of Vision-Box in 2024.... Read More

Developed with Nova School of Business and Economics, the guide outlines how travel brands can structure guest participation in scientific research.... Read More

The company shared strong Q1 results, AI updates and its outlook on the conflict in the Middle East.... Read More

The company said its platform has expanded in the past year to manage data from programs representing more than $5 billion in enterprise travel and expense spend. ... Read More

AirAsia Move CEO Nadia Omer discusses Gen Z travelers, AI and trust and OTAs in the future.... Read More

Short-term rental platforms are reviving subscription models as hosts seek lower distribution costs and more control over bookings. ... Read More

What defines a truly premium trip today? For indulgent travelers, it starts with the basics but quickly moves beyond them.... Read More

The startup analyzes fragmented airline loyalty data to help frequent travelers optimize status, rewards and program choices in real time.... Read More

Prashant Shah, VP of product management at Galileo Financial Technologies, argues travel loyalty programs must use payments data beyond credit cards to identify and retain high-value customers.... Read More