Security

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VIDEO: System security in travel is a constant battle

By PhocusWire | June 11, 2021

We speak to Raullen Chai, CEO of IoTex, about travel system breaches and what the industry can do to spot attacks and react to them quickly. Read More

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Is there a role for NFTs in travel?

By Jill Menze | June 9, 2021

Non-fungible tokens could present an opportunity for travelers to gain clout and for providers to connect with their audiences. Read More

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VIDEO: Understanding decentralized, secure tech for travel ID and verification

By PhocusWire | June 3, 2021

The COVID crisis has accelerated interest in decentralized, contactless identity solutions using blockchain for data exchange. Read More

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Travel security solution provider Pangiam acquires Trueface

By Mitra Sorrells | June 3, 2021

Trueface provides facial recognition technology and was a PhocusWire Hot 25 Startup for 2021 and a Phocuswright Summit pitch winner in 2020. Read More

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VIDEO: Are you focusing on the big issues around digital security in travel?

By PhocusWire | June 1, 2021

Hackers have not been put off by a global pandemic; data breaches are still occurring; and the techniques used by the protagonists are often one step ahead of the brands and the systems that they... Read More

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VIDEO: Biometrics lead the way for fast, contactless identification in travel

By PhocusWire | May 27, 2021

Paravision CEO Doug Aley explains the benefits of biometric systems for identification and security and what’s next for this technology. Read More

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IATA warns of “chaotic” airport scenes if governments fail to adopt digital COVID checks

By Jill Menze | May 27, 2021

According to IATA, airport processing times have ballooned to three hours per trip and could reach as long as eight hours. Read More

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Forter valued at $3B following $300M Series F round

By Jill Menze | May 25, 2021

The e-commerce fraud prevention service says it has doubled its revenue over the past 12 months. Read More

Opinion / Technology

Why technology is the key to getting the world moving again

By David Taylor - Publicis Sapient | May 25, 2021

As it emerges from crisis, the travel industry should not consider a return to normal but rather rebuild itself with the future in mind. Read More

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PhocusWire Pulse: Decoding Travel Security

By PhocusWire | May 19, 2021

Our fourth PhocusWire Pulse looks at the current state and future of security in travel, examining issues ranging from biometrics, system breaches, listing fraud and blockchain. Read More

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Facial recognition company Paravision raises $23M

May 12, 2021

Paravision’s technology provides touchless identification used for security and access in travel, workplaces, retail and more. Read More

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Aruba tests blockchain-enabled COVID credential app

By Mitra Sorrells | May 5, 2021

The Aruba Health App, developed by SITA and Indicio.tech, aims to preserve traveler privacy and eliminate fraud. Read More

Opinion / Online

How testing, transparency and technology can reduce COVID risk in air travel

By Timothy O'Neil-Dunne - 777 Partners | May 3, 2021

For a safe flying environment to exist, we must stop COVID-positive transports; for now that is unrealistic, so testing on arrival must be the start. Read More

From Our Partners / Technology

Here's why to review your travel and spend policy now

By TripActions | April 26, 2021

Companies must build in more flexibility to accommodate quick pivots, as well as incorporate more nuanced controls to allow for more focused approvals and more streamlined processes. Read More