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VIDEO: YouTip - Summit pitch winner at Phocuswright Conference 2021

By PhocusWire | November 29, 2021

Enterprise level digital tipping system for an emerging cashless society; more money for workers, more convenience for guests. Read More

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What travel marketers need to know about podcasts

By Laura Fernandez - SXM Media | November 29, 2021

Podcasts have become an important part of media consumption in society, across multiple demographics, geographies and genres. Read More

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Tier acquires Nextbike to round out micro-mobility service

By Linda Fox | November 23, 2021

Berlin-based Tier has purchased 100% of the shares in Nextbike in an all-cash transaction. Read More

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Connect&GO adds $3M investment for attractions tech push

By Linda Fox | November 22, 2021

Canada-based Connect&GO says its latest funding will go toward international expansion. Read More

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Elude raises $3 million for budget-based travel booking app

By Jill Menze | November 19, 2021

The seed round was led by ATX Venture Partners, bringing Los Angeles-based Elude's total funding to $5 million. Read More

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VIDEO: Hopper on fintech and the huge opportunity in travel

By PhocusWire | November 18, 2021

During a session at the Phocuswright Conference 2021 this week, Hopper CEO Fred Lalonde discussed the size of the opportunity he sees in fintech. Read More

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Revinate acquires AI messaging solution Go Moment

By Mitra Sorrells | November 17, 2021

The combined company will be called Revinate and Go Moment CEO Raj Singh will become chief strategy officer. Read More

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Hot 25 Startups 2022: MyStay

By PhocusWire | November 15, 2021

MyStay is all-in-one guest experience solution, that connects travel accommodations with their guests during and after their stay ensuring the smoothest guest journey imaginable and makes reception... Read More

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Hot 25 Startups 2022: OnFly

By PhocusWire | November 15, 2021

All-in-one solution for business travel, expense and credit card solutions for SMB companies in Brazil and Latin America. Read More

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STARTUP STAGE: The Host Co. adds hotel-style amenities to rentals

By Mitra Sorrells | November 15, 2021

Founded in September 2020, the Host Co. enables hosts to create an online store to sell anything in their property, from snacks to phone chargers to artwork. Read More

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VIDEO: Trip.com Group on recovery investment strategies

By Mitra Sorrells | November 12, 2021

In an interview during WiT Experience Singapore 2021, Trip.com Group co-founder and executive chairman James Liang says the company is ready to return to a growth mindset. Read More

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FunNow secures $15M round, plans expansion to new countries

By Kevin May | November 10, 2021

Online travel agency KKday is one of a number of backers in the fellow Taiwan-based FunNow, alongside CDIB Capital, Darwin Ventures and Accuvest. Read More

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Airbnb updates add host protections, automatic translations

By Mitra Sorrells | November 10, 2021

The company says the more than 50 updates are based on input from hosts and guests and in response to changes brought on by the pandemic. Read More

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My Method... A tale of two zoos and conversational technology

By Don White - Satisfi Labs | November 9, 2021

Travelers have put the spotlight on the trip planning process during the pandemic and providing reassurance to tourists has led to the implementation of new technologies. Read More