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TripSuite raises $5M to grow AI platform for agencies
News / Startups
TripSuite raises $5M to grow AI platform for agencies
By Morgan Hines | December 19, 2024
TripSuite's platform for travel agencies offers tools for customer relationship management, commission tracking, accounting, payments and more.  Read More
The top 10 news stories on PhocusWire in 2024
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The top 10 news stories on PhocusWire in 2024
By PhocusWire | December 19, 2024
Travel industry mergers, hot startups and news about online giants such as Airbnb and Expedia all made the list of top 10 most popular news stories on PhocusWire in 2024. Read More
How simplified cross-border payments can empower both travel brands and travelers
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How simplified cross-border payments can empower both travel brands and travelers
By PhocusWire | December 17, 2024
Now as it enters its second decade of operation, TerraPay is leaning into its digital-first solutions for cross-border payments to fuel its growth around the globe.   Read More
How Albressa Travel partners with Payoneer to scale internationally
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How Albressa Travel partners with Payoneer to scale internationally
By Payoneer | December 16, 2024
Founded in 2017, Albressa Travel connects global travelers with the Philippines’ vibrant culture and natural beauty while helping Filipino adventurers explore destinations worldwide. Read More
Booking expects $450M in savings through "transformation"
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Booking expects $450M in savings through "transformation"
By Linda Fox | December 11, 2024
Booking Holdings CFO Ewout Steenbergen said the cost savings would help the company grow its top line, reduce complexity and reinvest in growth initiatives. Read More
How a Turkish online travel agency is tackling expansion challenges and AI strategy
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How a Turkish online travel agency is tackling expansion challenges and AI strategy
By Linda Fox | December 9, 2024
Online travel agency Wingie Enuygun has been expanding in the Middle East since the end of the pandemic. CEO Caglar Erol sees further potential for it to grow in the region and beyond. Read More
Reservation technology company Kaptio receives $2.5M for expansion
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Reservation technology company Kaptio receives $2.5M for expansion
By Morgan Hines | December 6, 2024
Growth equity fund VEX now has a 70% stake in the Iceland-based company, the terms of the deal were not disclosed. Plus, the company raised an additional $2.5 million. Read More
Travel reimagined: How Gen Z is shaping tomorrow’s trends
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Travel reimagined: How Gen Z is shaping tomorrow’s trends
December 4, 2024
Join Ciklum and Stripe as we dive deep into the concept of frictionless travel — a critical approach to winning over Gen Z travelers — and the technologies that are reshaping the industry. On Demand
Southeast Asia's travel tech sector at pivotal moment for value creation
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Southeast Asia's travel tech sector at pivotal moment for value creation
By Yeoh Siew Hoon - WebinTravel | December 2, 2024
Southeast Asia’s early-stage investment ecosystem is also helping to create a robust pipeline of potential growth-stage travel tech companies, a factor that makes the region particularly attractive for... Read More
CDS Groupe acquires enterprise resource planning provider SIAP
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CDS Groupe acquires enterprise resource planning provider SIAP
By Morgan Hines | November 27, 2024
SIAP is an Italy-based provider of software for travel management companies and tour operators, with more than 1,000 clients across the country. Read More
CellPoint Digital raises $30M to further develop its payment solutions
News / Distribution
CellPoint Digital raises $30M to further develop its payment solutions
By Mileva Sapic | November 22, 2024
CellPoint Digital intends to accelerate its global expansion and focus on optimizing payment services with $30 million in fresh funding. Read More
78% of travelers want to use AI in accommodation journey
News / Technology
78% of travelers want to use AI in accommodation journey
By Morgan Hines | November 12, 2024
The report from SiteMinder also found 52% travelers have abandoned an online booking after a bad experience, such as lack of site security, payment issues, loading times, design and a... Read More
Hot 25 Travel Startups for 2025: Faye
Interview / Startups
Hot 25 Travel Startups for 2025: Faye
By PhocusWire | November 11, 2024
Faye is a travel platform redefining insurance and assistance, enabling smarter and smoother trip taking.  Read More
Hot 25 Travel Startups for 2025: Tripesa
Interview / Startups
Hot 25 Travel Startups for 2025: Tripesa
By PhocusWire | November 11, 2024
Tripesa is building shopify for tourism to help small businesses. Read More
How prepared is the travel industry for digital wallets?
News / Technology
How prepared is the travel industry for digital wallets?
By Marisa Garcia | October 29, 2024
Digital wallets from Apple and Google are widely used in everyday life but how is the travel industry preparing to take full advantage of them to improve the passenger experience? Read More