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Casai broadens tech offerings with Loopkey acquisition

By Jill Menze | April 4, 2022

Loopkey is a smart-lock hardware and software company based in Brazil. Read More

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Matsuri raises $16M for rental technology push

By Linda Fox | April 4, 2022

The Japan-based company wants to expand its StayX technology platform nationwide. Read More

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Alaska Airlines tests tech at San Jose Airport

By Linda Fox | March 28, 2022

The carrier is looking at all areas of the airport experience to see where technologies such as biometrics can be implemented. Read More

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Hopper outperformed all other OTA apps in 2021

By Jill Menze | March 25, 2022

According to a report from Apptopia, Hopper grew 494% in 2021, overtaking Airbnb as the leader in market share by monthly active users. Read More

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Why it's time for travel to enter the metaverse

By Mitra Sorrells | March 24, 2022

Web3 consultant Steve Bambury says the virtual world of the metaverse is very real, and travel brands should act now to create a presence in it. Read More

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Stasher acquires Cubby to boost travel baggage storage platform

By Linda Fox | March 24, 2022

Cubby will become part of Stasher, whose online platform enables travelers and event participants to store luggage with secure local shops and hotels. Read More

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STARTUP STAGE: Folio creates custom digital guides for rental properties

By Mitra Sorrells | March 21, 2022

Folio offers a self-service tool so property managers and short-term rental hosts can create interactive apps for their properties, with details about a property and its amenities, recommendations and... Read More

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Q&A: Eurail on its digital-first rebrand

By Jill Menze | March 17, 2022

Eurail’s Yi Ding explains the idea behind the company’s new identity and how Eurail is looking to digitally evolve. Read More

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Google adds new tools to help hotels reach travelers

By Mitra Sorrells | March 16, 2022

The updates include free hotel booking links on Google Search and Maps. Read More

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Nonius acquires Criton in hotel tech roll-up

By Kevin May | March 15, 2022

Criton claims it is the largest provider of hotel guest apps in the U.K., working with the likes of Cheval Residences, Sunborn and Devonshire Hotels. Read More

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VIDEO: Bringing the digital touch to hotels for a more efficient future

By PhocusWire | March 14, 2022

We talk to consultant and tech strategist Max Starkov about the need for hotels to automate now, during our recent PhocusWire Pulse: A New Traveler Experience event. Read More

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Travel management app Trzmo raises $1.2M

By Mitra Sorrells | March 11, 2022

The app presents flight itineraries, ground transportation details, weather and currency information and duty-free shopping recommendations in one dashboard. Read More

Interview / Startups

STARTUP STAGE: Cray is a social-selling video app for travel

By Mitra Sorrells | March 8, 2022

Founded in June 2021, Cray pays a commission to video creators when a booking is made through their content. Read More

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OYO, Hopper bet on gamification to drive user retention

By Mitra Sorrells | March 7, 2022

OYO and Hopper are leading the way but expect to see more brands using both game theory and actual games in their mobile apps. Read More

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Grab posts loss of $3.6B in 2021, claims "strongest year yet"

By Kevin May | March 7, 2022

The Singapore-based ride-hailing and delivery brand posted revenue of $675 million for the 2021 financial year, up by 44% on the previous 12 months. Read More

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