Travel Industry Technology Trends

PhocusWire's in-depth coverage of the intersection of travel, tourism and hospitality with technology, featuring news, analysis, interviews, research and more.

Technology is at the heart of transformation across the travel and tourism sector. From AI and automation to blockchain, biometrics, and cloud infrastructure, PhocusWire covers the key travel industry technology trends driving innovation and disruption across every segment of the travel value chain.

Emerging travel technologies and digital solutions in tourism

Gain insight into how travel companies are adopting cutting-edge tools to optimize operations, personalize customer experiences, and expand their reach. Our reporting highlights the latest product rollouts, platform integrations, and strategic tech investments from startups and established players alike, offering a deep look at the evolution of travel commerce and infrastructure.

PhocusWire's weekly travel tech news briefs: Accor, Skyscanner, Mews and more...
News / Technology
PhocusWire's weekly travel tech news briefs: Accor, Skyscanner, Mews and more...
By PhocusWire | August 29, 2025
Keep up with all the latest people, partner and product news from around the global travel industry.... Read More
Is short-term rental tech becoming a pay-to-play market?
Opinion / Technology
Is short-term rental tech becoming a pay-to-play market?
By Pierre-Camille Hamana - Hospitable | August 29, 2025
Hospitable CEO Pierre-Camille Hamana discusses PMS-imposed revenue-sharing fees and the ramifications... Read More
Will travel's messy data hamper AI progress?
Opinion / Technology
Will travel's messy data hamper AI progress?
By Timothy O'Neil-Dunne | August 25, 2025
Are we layering AI agents on top of an already broken data foundation that was never fit for machine... Read More
Google expands AI Mode to 180 new countries and territories, adds features
News / Technology
Google expands AI Mode to 180 new countries and territories, adds features
By Abby Crotty | August 22, 2025
One of the new features include enhanced options for finding restaurant reservations, local... Read More
PhocusWire's weekly travel tech news briefs: Agoda, Sabre, Travelport and more...
News / Technology
PhocusWire's weekly travel tech news briefs: Agoda, Sabre, Travelport and more...
By PhocusWire | August 22, 2025
Keep up with all the latest people, partner and product news from around the global travel industry.... Read More
Way drives experiences for Alaska Air Group loyalty program
News / Technology
Way drives experiences for Alaska Air Group loyalty program
By Linda Fox | August 20, 2025
Way's platform, which is based on open APIs, has been integrated into Alaska Air Group’s digital... Read More
Generative AI platform personalization: At what cost?
News / Technology
Generative AI platform personalization: At what cost?
By Matthew Parsons | August 20, 2025
Travel companies have been striving to obtain specific, personalized data for many years. Are the AI... Read More
Get real: The power of combining AI with authentic intelligence
From Our Partners / Technology
Get real: The power of combining AI with authentic intelligence
By Chris Hemmeter - Thayer Investment Partners | August 19, 2025
Chris Hemmeter from Thayer Investment Partners outlines his thoughts on the importance of balancing AI... Read More
India-based OTA Yatra launches AI assistant DIYA
News / Technology
India-based OTA Yatra launches AI assistant DIYA
By Morgan Hines | August 18, 2025
The launch comes weeks after MakeMyTrip announced its own upgraded AI assistant for trip planning.... Read More
PhocusWire's weekly travel tech news briefs: Agoda, Navan, Qatar Airways and more...
News / Technology
PhocusWire's weekly travel tech news briefs: Agoda, Navan, Qatar Airways and more...
By PhocusWire | August 15, 2025
Keep up with all the latest people, partner and product news from around the global travel industry.... Read More
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 In partnership with Zartico, this video series explores the latest trends and delivers practical... Read More
Get real: The power of combining AI with authentic intelligence
August 19, 2025
Get real: The power of combining AI with authentic intelligence
Chris Hemmeter from Thayer Investment Partners outlines his thoughts on the importance of balancing AI... Read More
Changing traveler patterns, evolving customer needs drive demand for travel insurance
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Changing traveler patterns, evolving customer needs drive demand for travel insurance
Travel protection is bringing peace of mind for travelers and positive rewards for suppliers.... Read More