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Dutch electric mobility startup raises €50M for international expansion

By Mitra Sorrells | April 23, 2021

GO Sharing will add new markets as well as e-bikes and electric cars. Read More

News / Technology

United Airlines upgrades health pass features of its app

By Robert Silk - Travel Weekly | April 23, 2021

United's platform now offers the ability to schedule tests and have results directly verified through its Travel-Ready Center on web and mobile. Read More

Interview / Online

How I Got Here, episode 61 - Juan de Antonio of Cabify

By PhocusWire | April 22, 2021

Cabify has grown alongside its high-profile peers in ride-hailing by doing things differently and making strategic moves to ensure it remains popular for both investment funds and users, Juan de Antonio... Read More

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Dott raises $85M to expand scooter service to e-bikes

By Kevin May | April 21, 2021

The Series B investment is led by Belgian finance house Sofina and Estari, a growth equity partner that invests in European technology companies. Read More

News / Startups

Singapore-based GlobalTix raises S$3M to develop new digital solutions for attractions industry

By Mitra Sorrells | April 21, 2021

Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, GlobalTix says the company has expanded from being a channel manager to also providing technology solutions across Asia Pacific for its attractions, tours and... Read More

News / Online

Expedia unveils rebrand in major push to capture travel demand

By Jill Menze | April 19, 2021

Expedia is debuting a new look and product offerings on its quest to become consumers’ "ultimate travel companion." Read More

News / Startups

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

News / Technology

Trip.com Group joins Common Trust Network to develop COVID compliance technology

By Mitra Sorrells | April 19, 2021

The Common Trust Network is an effort of public and private partners from travel, health and technology to develop solutions that help restart travel. Read More

News / Online

Marriott partners with Uber to expand Bonvoy loyalty program

By Jill Menze | April 15, 2021

Marriott Bonvoy members can earn points by ordering food delivery via Uber Eats or requesting select Uber rides. Read More

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As ride-hail companies recover, there are too few drivers to meet demand

By Dawit Habtemariam - BTN | April 15, 2021

Ride-hailing companies are reporting a shortage of drivers as demand for their services picks up. Read More

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Bandwango raises $3M to build its activities platform for destinations

By Mitra Sorrells | April 14, 2021

Bandwango's Destination Experience Engine packages free and paid experiences that DMOs and other organizations can easily share with visitors. Read More

News / Startups

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 specialist Makery. Read More

News / Startups

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 investment. Read More

News / Startups

Singapore-based Port gets pre-seed investment for "remote travel" concept

By Mitra Sorrells | April 7, 2021

Port connects users with guides around the world who enable them to experience destinations and business events through video calls rather than being there in-person. Read More