Latest News

Latest News

Stay up to date with the latest travel technology news, startup updates, and industry developments from across the global travel ecosystem.

SITA to acquire CAE's Flightscape for $500M
News / Finance
SITA to acquire CAE's Flightscape for $500M
By Cathy Walsh | October 26, 2026
The deal will expand SITA’s airline operations software portfolio, helping carriers anticipate disruptions and improve recovery.... Read More
Wyndham sees revenue gains from AI initiatives
News / Distribution
Wyndham sees revenue gains from AI initiatives
By Linda Fox | October 26, 2026
Wyndham said its voice and guest communications platforms are driving efficiency as well as revenue.... Read More
MakeMyTrip Q2 impacted by 'subdued' outbound travel
News / Finance
MakeMyTrip Q2 impacted by 'subdued' outbound travel
By Linda Fox | October 26, 2026
MakeMyTrip reported declines in air ticketing and hotel and packages revenue for Q2 2027.... Read More
Startup Stage: SkySpot wants to simplify airport arrival planning
Interview / Startups
Startup Stage: SkySpot wants to simplify airport arrival planning
By Cathy Walsh | October 26, 2026
The startup uses predictive analytics to determine when travelers should leave for the airport, drawing on traffic, flight and airport security data.... Read More
Where are they now? Checking in with the Hot 25 Travel Startups for 2025
News / Startups
Where are they now? Checking in with the Hot 25 Travel Startups for 2025
By PhocusWire | October 26, 2026
We touched base with three members of our 2025 class, Byway, D3X and Faye, asking about their highlights from this year, their thoughts on AI and what challenges lie ahead.... Read More
Meta's Muse launches in Japan, partners with Klook
News / Technology
Meta's Muse launches in Japan, partners with Klook
By Abby Crotty | October 23, 2026
Japan is the first market outside of North America to access the AI agent.... Read More
PhocusWire travel tech news briefs: Expedia Group, Amadeus, JetBlue and more...
News / Technology
PhocusWire travel tech news briefs: Expedia Group, Amadeus, JetBlue and more...
By PhocusWire | October 23, 2026
Keep up with all the latest people, partner and product news from around the global travel industry.... Read More
Omio CFO on Rail Europe and what's next for M&A
Interview / Online
Omio CFO on Rail Europe and what's next for M&A
By Cathy Walsh | October 23, 2026
Jean-Bernard Moens discusses Omio’s acquisition strategy, expansion in APAC and ambitions for AI-powered distribution.... Read More
Amex Travel adds more than 1M Airbnb listings
News / Online
Amex Travel adds more than 1M Airbnb listings
By Cathy Walsh | October 22, 2026
The partnership extends Amex Travel’s lodging and rewards benefits to Airbnb stays, including perks for Platinum cardholders booking luxury properties.... Read More
Snow is optional: What moves winter sports travelers when the forecast fails
News / Online
Snow is optional: What moves winter sports travelers when the forecast fails
By Phocuswright Research | October 22, 2026
Five winter sports traveler segments point to different strategies for driving mountain bookings despite uncertain snow conditions.... Read More
European Commission investigating Booking.com's handling of scams, fraud
News / Online
European Commission investigating Booking.com's handling of scams, fraud
By Abby Crotty | October 21, 2026
The regulator said it has opened formal proceedings to determine whether Booking.com may have breached the EU's Digital Services Act.... Read More
Amadeus, Nvidia target faster flight search as AI demand grows
News / Technology
Amadeus, Nvidia target faster flight search as AI demand grows
By Cathy Walsh | October 21, 2026
The companies will explore how accelerated computing, travel-specific AI and infrastructure improvements could enhance flight search as AI-powered travel shopping expands.... Read More
Google brings conversational Gemini to Maps on Apple CarPlay
News / Technology
Google brings conversational Gemini to Maps on Apple CarPlay
By Abby Crotty | October 21, 2026
Gemini was already available in Google Maps on the iPhone, but this launch brings it to the car's display through CarPlay.... Read More
YGO secures €8M to expand AI infrastructure layer for travel
News / Finance
YGO secures €8M to expand AI infrastructure layer for travel
By Linda Fox | October 21, 2026
The investment will enable YGO to continue to develop its AI platform, ramp up sales and expand its customer base.... Read More
Tour operators question OTA rankings as AI changes travel discovery
News / Technology
Tour operators question OTA rankings as AI changes travel discovery
By Marisa Garcia | October 21, 2026
Some tours and activities operators are reporting sharp declines in bookings through OTAs, even as their overall business grows.... Read More