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.

Sony Japan taxi app
News / Technology
Sony developing AI ride-hailing system for Japanese cab companies
By Mitra Sorrells | February 22, 2018
Sony has announced plans to offer artificial intelligence technology to six taxi operators in Japan.... Read More
wrapup february 21 2018
Notated News / Technology
Travelport, Egencia, Yapta and more news briefs today...
By PhocusWire | February 22, 2018
In today's wrap-up of news in brief: Travelport adds NDC-enabled content… Egencia expands rebooking... Read More
Travel opportunities - and distribution challenges - in the blockchain
Opinion / Technology
Travel opportunities - and distribution challenges - in the blockchain
By Sara Pavan - Amadeus | February 22, 2018
In 48 BCE, the historic city of Alexandria was destroyed by Caesar’s army, including its world-famous... Read More
What's to come for tech innovation in corporate travel?
News / Technology
What's to come for tech innovation in corporate travel?
By Viewpoints | February 22, 2018
Johnny Thorsen, VP of Travel Strategy and Partnerships at Mezi, the AI-powered personal travel... Read More
Uber Express Pool shared ride launch
News / Technology
Uber launches new cheaper shared ride option
By Mitra Sorrells | February 21, 2018
Uber users in six cities will now have a new option when they open the app.   ... Read More
TUI Group blockchain development 2
News / Technology
Q&A: Trust, truth and transparency at the heart of TUI Group’s blockchain work
By Mitra Sorrells | February 21, 2018
TUI Group was one of the first travel brands to make headlines for its adoption of blockchain.  ... Read More
Startups, curiosity marketing, blockchain and AI
From Our Partners / Technology
Startups, curiosity marketing, blockchain and AI
By Sponsored Content | February 21, 2018
Sponsored by ITB Berlin. Negotiating the travel tech landscape can be confusing - so many solutions,... Read More
How the rise of bleisure among Millennials is shaping travel technology
News / Technology
How the rise of bleisure among Millennials is shaping travel technology
By Marisa Garcia | February 21, 2018
A new study by Travelport finds that Millennials’ preference for bleisure travel drives a need for... Read More
Why more business travelers are leaving cash behind
News / Technology
Why more business travelers are leaving cash behind
By Marisa Garcia | February 20, 2018
Cash is going out of business. Alternative payments are taking over the world with some already... Read More
Watch the live show here: tnoozLIVE@ Travel Technology Europe in London
News / Technology
Watch the live show here: tnoozLIVE@ Travel Technology Europe in London
By Nick Vivion | February 20, 2018
tnoozLIVE is back! This time we're going live from Travel Technology Europe, which features travel and... Read More
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Travel protection is bringing peace of mind for travelers and positive rewards for suppliers.... Read More