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TripAbrood adds £645,000 in seed funding for AI-powered assistant
By Linda Fox | April 26, 2021
Family travel assistant TripAbrood plans to use its latest funding to launch its product to the U.K.... Read More
Ryanair steps up direct strategy with Price Checker tool
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Ryanair steps up direct strategy with Price Checker tool
By Linda Fox | April 26, 2021
The airline is also putting a "Verified Seal" on its website and mobile app to show users they are... Read More
Vancouver Airport creates technology testbed for new revenue streams
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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... Read More
IATA chief Willie Walsh says zero-risk approach from government is not possible
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IATA chief Willie Walsh says zero-risk approach from government is not possible
By Linda Fox | April 21, 2021
Governments need to look at the current procedures for travel post pandemic and create a more seamless... Read More
Virdee adds $2M to seed round for virtual concierge service
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Virdee adds $2M to seed round for virtual concierge service
By Linda Fox | April 19, 2021
U.S-based Virdee believes contactless solutions for check-in and payment at hotels are here to stay.... Read More
Tier acquires Makery to establish central Europe hub for e-scooters
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Tier acquires Makery to establish central Europe hub for e-scooters
By Linda Fox | April 9, 2021
Tier plans to launch is e-scooters in Budapest following its acquisition of software development... Read More
Bob W tops up seed round with €6M for apartment rental concept
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Bob W tops up seed round with €6M for apartment rental concept
By Linda Fox | April 8, 2021
Bob W plans to develop its technology stack and add further apartments following its latest... Read More
As governments diverge on health passports, consumers accept them
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As governments diverge on health passports, consumers accept them
By Linda Fox | April 7, 2021
Fear of having personal information compromized by hackers is the main concern of travelers when it... Read More
How digital health passes bring biometrics in aviation much closer
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How digital health passes bring biometrics in aviation much closer
By Linda Fox | April 7, 2021
Progress in facial recognition technology and reduced development costs are bringing seamless travel... Read More
Xie Zhu lands $46M for smart hotel technology
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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
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