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How verifiable credentials and digital wallets will transform travel
News / Technology
How verifiable credentials and digital wallets will transform travel
By Mitra Sorrells | July 16, 2024
Experts working in the world of verifiable credentials and digital wallets explain the fast pace of development and the inevitable changes that will be coming for the travel experience.   Read More
Snaptrip Group adds the Hotel Guru to portfolio
News / Online
Snaptrip Group adds the Hotel Guru to portfolio
By Linda Fox | July 15, 2024
The group, which already counts United Kingdom-based brands including LateRooms and Snaptrip, said the acquisition strengthens “its position in the hotel sector and significantly expands its reach... Read More
Is the travel industry ready for central bank digital currencies?
News / Technology
Is the travel industry ready for central bank digital currencies?
By Norm Rose & Mike Coletta - Phocuswright Research | July 15, 2024
This article is a preview of a Phocuswright analysis that explores the latest trends in CBDCs, their overall impact and what is needed on the travel supplier/retailer end to accept CBDCs.  Read More
Choosing an advisory board is key for startup success, experts say
News / Startups
Choosing an advisory board is key for startup success, experts say
By Morgan Hines | July 15, 2024
While having a plan and raising money are crucial for travel startups, experts from TravelTech.vc, Legends and Curated Planet also agree on the importance of having a good advisory board in place.... Read More
PhocusWire's weekly travel tech news briefs: Serko, Jerne, Kyte, Flight Centre Travel Group and more
News / Online
PhocusWire's weekly travel tech news briefs: Serko, Jerne, Kyte, Flight Centre Travel Group and more
By PhocusWire | July 12, 2024
Keep up with all the latest people, product and partner news from around the global travel industry in PhocusWire's weekly roundup. Read More
CEO Spotlight: Nadia Omer of AirAsia MOVE
Interview / Online
CEO Spotlight: Nadia Omer of AirAsia MOVE
By Mitra Sorrells | July 12, 2024
Previously known as AirAsia Superapp, AirAsia MOVE is the online travel agency brand of Capital A, which also operates AirAsia airline. AirAsia MOVE and fintech brand BigPay constitute MOVE Digital,... Read More
Major Japanese credit card issuer enters travel space
News / Technology
Major Japanese credit card issuer enters travel space
By Morgan Hines | July 11, 2024
SMBC Group's Sumitomo Mitsui Card, a credit card issuer in Japan, has partnered with Hopper’s B2B division Hopper Technology Solutions (HTS) to create a travel loyalty portal to benefit cardholders. Read More
How corporate travel managers can meet the challenges of continuous disruption
Opinion / Technology
How corporate travel managers can meet the challenges of continuous disruption
By Darrin Grafton - Serko | July 11, 2024
With the advancement of platforms that can seamlessly integrate all of these diverse booking offerings, managers have the capability to make their jobs easier while keeping their travelers coloring... Read More
Etraveli unveils risk management tool Precision as first foray into fintech
News / Technology
Etraveli unveils risk management tool Precision as first foray into fintech
By Linda Fox | July 10, 2024
The solution is described as a risk management-as-a-service product, and Etraveli had been using similar technology internally for about 20 years. Read More
Juniper Group scoops up flight management specialist Lleego
News / Technology
Juniper Group scoops up flight management specialist Lleego
By Linda Fox | July 10, 2024
Lleego, which specializes in flight booking and management technology, is the latest in a string of travel acquisitions for Juniper and its owner Constellation Software. Read More
Travelport launches new AI-powered search feature
News / Technology
Travelport launches new AI-powered search feature
By Morgan Hines | July 10, 2024
The Content Curation Layer is set to go live on the Travelport Plus platform using both AI and machine learning to provide a range of retail ready results to match travelers’ desires. Read More
NDC adoption drives surge in direct airline bookings, Traxo finds
News / Distribution
NDC adoption drives surge in direct airline bookings, Traxo finds
By D.J. Catron | July 10, 2024
The company has found non-TMC airline bookings among its clients rose from 18.7% in January to 30.6% in June as airlines push for direct distribution. Read More
Opportunity for digital transformation in tours remains huge
News / Online
Opportunity for digital transformation in tours remains huge
By Linda Fox | July 10, 2024
Executives from TourRadar, Exoticca and Falk Travel share how their business models are faring, the drive to bring the inventory online and the need to embrace channels such as TikTok. Read More
Marriott launches travel management system for SMBs powered by Spotnana
News / Online
Marriott launches travel management system for SMBs powered by Spotnana
By Mitra Sorrells | July 9, 2024
Users can book hotels in the Marriott Bonvoy portfolio at discounted rates, as well as book flights, rail and rental cars. The system also includes access to live traveler data, real-time reporting and... Read More
Numa Group continues growth spurt with acquisition of Native Places
News / Startups
Numa Group continues growth spurt with acquisition of Native Places
By Linda Fox | July 9, 2024
Numa Group now manages more than 7,300 rooms and apartments across 34 major cities in 14 European countries. Read More
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