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.

Confirmed - Uber sells China business to Didi
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Confirmed - Uber sells China business to Didi
By Martin Cowen | August 1, 2016
China's biggest taxi app Didi will acquire all assets of Uber's standalone Chinese operations, getting... Read More
The automation and personalisation conundrum [INFOGRAPHIC]
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The automation and personalisation conundrum [INFOGRAPHIC]
By Marisa Garcia | July 29, 2016
The travel industry believes in the benefits of the Internet of Things (IoT) and personalisation - the... Read More
Investment opportunity - ridesharing is now legal in China
News / Technology
Investment opportunity - ridesharing is now legal in China
By Martin Cowen | July 28, 2016
Uber and Didi investors can come out of hiding. The Chinese government has officially legalised a... Read More
MakeMyTrip increases margins, mobile, ad spend (and losses)
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MakeMyTrip increases margins, mobile, ad spend (and losses)
By Martin Cowen | July 28, 2016
Indian OTA MakeMyTrip remains committed to building on its market-leading position as its Q1s reveal... Read More
Eight tech trends for the travel chief's watchlist
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Eight tech trends for the travel chief's watchlist
By Linda Fox | July 28, 2016
Pwc has done some legwork on the technology trends that should be on every chief executive's radar.... Read More
Momondo Group attributes strong H1 to dual-brand diversification
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Momondo Group attributes strong H1 to dual-brand diversification
By Martin Cowen | July 28, 2016
Momondo Group - owner of momondo and Cheapflights - has released its H1 figures, with CEO Hugo Burge... Read More
Startup pitch: Bizly helps companies plan and book meetings at hotels
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Startup pitch: Bizly helps companies plan and book meetings at hotels
By Martin Cowen | July 27, 2016
With a round of seed funding announced today, Bizly is a startup that says it is gaining traction for... Read More
LoveHomeSwap premieres app, Goldcar keys and apps, and more...
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LoveHomeSwap premieres app, Goldcar keys and apps, and more...
By PhocusWire | July 26, 2016
This is a roundup for product news and announcements for travel DEVICES in tourism and hospitality for... Read More
Taxi app shake-up in Europe, Hailo brand to be phased out
News / Technology
Taxi app shake-up in Europe, Hailo brand to be phased out
By Martin Cowen | July 26, 2016
Mytaxi has merged with Hailo, giving its owner Daimler Group a 60% stake in what is now Europe's... Read More
On-the-go economy comes to the fore, huge implications for travel brands
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On-the-go economy comes to the fore, huge implications for travel brands
By Kevin May | July 26, 2016
The business world is undergoing a fundamental change that, driven by mobility and digital... Read More
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