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.

Six ways to improve travel program compliance
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Six ways to improve travel program compliance
By Terri Buscemi - Amex GBT | July 6, 2020
Concerns about travelers’ well-being and cost control have renewed travel managers’ focus on improving... Read More
InPhocus, episode 16 - Tales with some optimism
News / Technology
InPhocus, episode 16 - Tales with some optimism
By PhocusWire | July 3, 2020
In the latest episode of InPhocus, we speak to Klaus Kohlmeyer about a unique collection of interviews... Read More
Travelport returns corporate travel tech Locomote to original founders
News / Technology
Travelport returns corporate travel tech Locomote to original founders
By Linda Fox | July 3, 2020
The company originally announced the acquisition of a 49% stake in Australia-based Locomote in... Read More
WEBINAR REPLAY! Everything you need to know about open and secure travel marketplaces
News / Technology
WEBINAR REPLAY! Everything you need to know about open and secure travel marketplaces
By PhocusWire | July 2, 2020
This free webinar is your chance to understand how the distribution model is changing and how players... Read More
Can virtual reality help tourism destinations recover from COVID-19?
Opinion / Technology
Can virtual reality help tourism destinations recover from COVID-19?
By Dr. Natasha Moorhouse - Manchester Metropolitan University | July 2, 2020
People may need extra encouragement to travel again, and one promising way to do this is through novel... Read More
Amadeus touts human-tech hybrid for travel's future
News / Technology
Amadeus touts human-tech hybrid for travel's future
By Linda Fox | July 1, 2020
Amadeus says AI is playing an increasing role in travel distribution, but the need for humans remains.... Read More
Amazon acquires ride-hailing autonomous vehicle provider Zoox
News / Technology
Amazon acquires ride-hailing autonomous vehicle provider Zoox
By Kevin May | June 30, 2020
The company is six years old and has created zero-emission, purpose-built vehicles for autonomous... Read More
VIDEO: Where the next great travel company will emerge
News / Technology
VIDEO: Where the next great travel company will emerge
By Kevin May | June 29, 2020
An individual iPhone 10 in 2020 contains more computing power than every computer in 1986 on the... Read More
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News / Technology
SevenRooms raises $50M to expand its hotel guest experience platform
By Mitra Sorrells | June 25, 2020
SevenRooms has raised a $50 million Series B round with Providence Strategic Growth.   ... Read More
Traveler safety and hygiene emerge as the dominant themes at TravelScrum hackathon
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Traveler safety and hygiene emerge as the dominant themes at TravelScrum hackathon
By Linda Fox | June 24, 2020
The three themes for the marathon coding event were Health & Hygiene, Travel & Experiences and... Read More
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Every link in the booking chain is a compliance risk—and now AI agents have added one more
October 27, 2026
Every link in the booking chain is a compliance risk—and now AI agents have added one more
As AI streamlines booking processes, it adds complexity to tax compliance, with information often lost... Read More
The journey is fragmented. Care shouldn’t be.
October 21, 2026
The journey is fragmented. Care shouldn’t be.
New research from Allianz Partners highlights how travel protection and proactive support during... Read More
How adventure travel can help brands meet changing traveler expectations
October 15, 2026
How adventure travel can help brands meet changing traveler expectations
As travelers seek more immersive experiences, adventure travel offers brands new opportunities to... Read More