Travel Industry Technology Trends

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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.

How I Got Here, episode 57 - Greg O'Hara of Certares
Interview / Technology
How I Got Here, episode 57 - Greg O'Hara of Certares
By PhocusWire | March 25, 2021
An astute and outspoken financial operator, O'Hara's influence in travel has grown considerably in... Read More
Cruise acquires Voyage to boost autonomous driving development
News / Technology
Cruise acquires Voyage to boost autonomous driving development
By Linda Fox | March 24, 2021
    Cruise was acquired by General Motors in 2016, in an agreement that was reported to be... Read More
Progress continues toward decentralized customer data model for hospitality
News / Technology
Progress continues toward decentralized customer data model for hospitality
By Linda Fox | March 23, 2021
Hotel tech experts discuss customer data and the influence of online retail giants.... Read More
Leisure travel to lead airline recovery, but demand can’t do it alone
Opinion / Technology
Leisure travel to lead airline recovery, but demand can’t do it alone
By Aditi Mehta - PROS | March 23, 2021
Appealing to travelers will be increasingly important and a digital strategy built around customers... Read More
Pangiam acquires airport biometric tech provider VeriScan
News / Technology
Pangiam acquires airport biometric tech provider VeriScan
By Kevin May | March 23, 2021
The VeriScan platform was originally developed by the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority's... Read More
STARTUP STAGE: WePlan brings tech to travel team planning
Interview / Technology
STARTUP STAGE: WePlan brings tech to travel team planning
By Jill Menze | March 23, 2021
The Germany-based startup was founded by Franziska Burmester and Lana Jansen following successful... Read More
Coupa acquires Pana business travel platform
News / Technology
Coupa acquires Pana business travel platform
By Kevin May | March 22, 2021
The deal is the second in the travel sector in recent years for U.S.-based Coupa after its deal to buy... Read More
ROAR for Good raises funds to meet demand for hotel panic button solution
News / Technology
ROAR for Good raises funds to meet demand for hotel panic button solution
By Jill Menze | March 22, 2021
The round of growth capital will help ROAR for Good ramp up marketing and sales efforts of its panic... Read More
European regulators propose digital green light for travel
News / Technology
European regulators propose digital green light for travel
By Linda Fox | March 19, 2021
Proposals from European regulators would see a digital travel pass ready for the 2021 summer.... Read More
Is robotics taking over hospitality? Yes and no
Opinion / Technology
Is robotics taking over hospitality? Yes and no
By Chris Connar - Angie Hospitality | March 19, 2021
Robots and automated technology support the current evolution of hospitality, but only when they allow... Read More
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Travel protection is bringing peace of mind for travelers and positive rewards for suppliers.... Read More