United Airlines Fast-Tracks Starlink Wi-Fi for MileagePlus Members
United Airlines is expediting its rollout of Elon Musk’s Starlink satellite internet, offering complimentary onboard connectivity to MileagePlus members. The… Read More »
Big Tech Donates Millions to Trump’s Inauguration Fund
Google and Microsoft have each contributed $1 million to President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration fund, joining other tech giants such as… Read More »
China Advances AI Despite U.S. Chip Restrictions
In 2017, China unveiled an ambitious plan to dominate artificial intelligence (AI) by 2030. However, the U.S. export controls on… Read More »
Delta and Airbus Partner on Future Aviation Technologies
Delta Air Lines has announced a groundbreaking partnership with Airbus as part of its 100th-anniversary celebrations, marking a century since… Read More »
Adobe’s AI Transparency Sets a New Standard for Supporting Creators
Generative AI is reshaping creative industries, sparking debates about its implications for creators. Adobe, a major player in the digital… Read More »
Advancing AI: Will Its Benefits Be Equally Shared?
AI advancements are accelerating, with OpenAI CEO Sam Altman recently sharing ambitious plans to develop artificial general intelligence (AGI) and… Read More »
CEO Fears AI Could Replace His Job After Cutting Workforce
Klarna CEO Sebastian Siemiatkowski, who recently championed AI for driving efficiency and reducing his company’s workforce by 22%, now fears… Read More »
Lessons Learned From a Year of Record-Breaking Cyber Attacks
The past year has seen a surge in digital threats, with sophisticated ransomware, deepfake phishing scams, and state-sponsored attacks targeting… Read More »
Booking.com Reservation Issue: Hotel Had No Record, No Refund
Justin Baribeau faced a frustrating situation when his hotel reservation through Booking.com didn’t go as planned. Upon arrival, the hotel… Read More »
OpenAI’s Sam Altman Denies Abuse Allegations from Sister Amid Lawsuit
Sam Altman, the CEO of OpenAI, has denied allegations of sexual abuse made by his sister, Ann Altman, who filed… Read More »
Meta’s AI Personas: Innovation or Threat to Social Media Quality?
Meta recently revealed plans to integrate AI-generated users into its social media platforms, sparking debates about the future of digital… Read More »
Godfather of AI Backs Elon Musk’s Lawsuit Against OpenAI Evolution
Last year, OpenAI announced its controversial plan to transition into a for-profit entity, citing the need to raise capital for… Read More »
Casago Acquires Vacasa, Reshaping Vacation Rental Landscape
Phoenix-based vacation rental management company Casago has announced its acquisition of Portland-based competitor Vacasa, marking a pivotal shift in the… Read More »
From Legacy Tech to AI-Powered Travel Experiences
The travel industry is undergoing a transformation as artificial intelligence (AI) paves the way for innovative solutions to longstanding complexities…. Read More »
WP Holding Acquires Invia Group for €240M, Expanding Travel Reach
Poland-based WP Holding (Wirtualna Polska Holding) has announced the acquisition of European online travel agency Invia Group for approximately €240… Read More »
Troop CEO on Group Travel Growth, Tech Disruption in 2025
Corporate travel is poised for growth in 2025, with group travel leading the way. A recent study by GBTA and… Read More »
5 Ways Travelers Embrace Generative AI in 2024
Generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) has emerged as the most utilized advanced technology among digital travelers in 2024, surpassing virtual and… Read More »
Sabre, Amadeus, SITA Lead Travel Tech News This Week
This week, travel tech leaders Sabre, Amadeus, and SITA made significant announcements shaping the global travel industry. Sabre deepened its… Read More »
Prosus Acquires Despegar for $1.7B in Strategic Deal
Prosus, a Netherlands-based technology investment company owned by Naspers Group, announced the acquisition of Latin America’s leading online travel agency,… Read More »
Weekly Travel Tech Updates: Amadeus, Hostaway, Sabre
Amadeus Partners with LATAM and AtriisAmadeus has secured a multi-year distribution deal with LATAM Airlines, enabling its agents to access… Read More »
Phocuswright Unveils Travel Forward: Trends and Insights for 2025
Phocuswright, a leading travel research authority, has released its latest report, Travel Forward: Data, Insights and Trends for 2025. The… Read More »
HotelPlanner Acquires PetsWelcome.com for Pet-Friendly Stays
Hotel booking platform HotelPlanner has announced the acquisition of PetsWelcome.com, a platform dedicated to helping travelers find pet-friendly accommodations. The… Read More »
Tripadvisor to Merge with Liberty in $435M Stock Buyback Deal
Tripadvisor has announced a $435 million deal to repurchase its Series A and Series B common stock from Liberty TripAdvisor… Read More »
TripSuite Secures $5M to Expand AI Tools for Travel Agencies
TripSuite has raised $5 million in seed funding to expand its AI-powered platform designed for travel agencies. The platform integrates… Read More »
Top 10 PhocusWire Travel Stories of 2024: AI, Airbnb, and More
The travel industry witnessed a dynamic year in 2024, with AI innovation, corporate transitions, and market disruptions making headlines. Among… Read More »
Key Travel Movers and Trends in 2024: AI, Airbnb, and Disruption
As 2024 comes to a close, we reflect on the trends and players shaping the travel industry. Artificial intelligence (AI)… Read More »