Chatlyn Raises €8M to Revolutionize Hotel Messaging

AI-powered hotel communication platform Chatlyn has secured €8 million in Series A funding to expand its reach and develop new… Read More »
Sonder Co-Founder Exits After Marriott Integration

Francis Davidson, co-founder and former CEO of Sonder, has announced his departure from the company just as it completes a… Read More »
Apple to Launch Digital Passport Support in iOS 26 for TSA Travel

Starting fall 2025, Apple will allow U.S. travelers to store digital versions of their passports and IDs in Apple Wallet… Read More »
Digital Identity and AI Poised to Transform Travel

The travel industry is approaching a major turning point as artificial intelligence and self-sovereign identity (SSI) begin to converge, promising… Read More »
Mindtrip Launches AI Travel App for Real-Time Discovery

AI-powered trip planning platform Mindtrip has launched a new mobile app designed to serve as a real-time travel companion, marking… Read More »
Hotels Battle Secondary OTAs Over Price Parity

Secondary online travel agencies are multiplying and slashing room rates, leaving many hotels scrambling to defend pricing power and guest… Read More »
Expedia’s CPO Envisions AI as a Travel Companion

As artificial intelligence continues to reshape the travel industry, Expedia Group is doubling down on innovation to create a more… Read More »
AI Sparks New Cybersecurity Challenges for Travel Brands

The travel and hospitality sector has long been a prime target for cybercriminals, but the rise of artificial intelligence is… Read More »
Ease and Familiarity Drive Europe’s Travel Decisions in 2025

Despite rapid advances in experimental technologies and new platforms, European travelers continue to prioritize ease, price, and familiarity when planning… Read More »
MakeMyTrip Raises $2.6B to Buy Back Stake from Trip.com

India-based online travel agency MakeMyTrip (MMT) is raising more than $2.6 billion through a combination of a primary equity offering… Read More »
Schroder Buys Into Ixigo Amid India Travel Surge

Schroder International Selection Fund has acquired a substantial stake in India-based online travel platform Ixigo through a block deal with… Read More »
Navan Files Confidential IPO Paperwork with SEC

Navan, the travel, card, and expense management platform formerly known as TripActions, has taken a key step toward going public… Read More »
Duetto Appoints Alex Zoghlin as New CEO Amid Growth Push

Duetto has announced a leadership transition as CEO David Woolenberg steps down, with board member Alex Zoghlin stepping into the… Read More »
Europe Grapples with Overtourism as Protests Grow

As global tourism rebounds, popular destinations across Europe are facing increasing backlash from residents overwhelmed by visitor numbers. With the… Read More »
AI Deals and Tools Redefine Travel Tech Landscape

Travel technology suppliers are accelerating alliances, funding rounds, and product launches that lean heavily on artificial intelligence to sharpen operational… Read More »
Visit Group Acquires GODO to Expand in Nordic Market

Travel technology firm Visit Group has acquired Iceland-based hospitality software provider GODO in a move to strengthen its leadership across… Read More »
AI Race Reshapes Corporate Travel Management

Twelve months ago business travel leaders said artificial intelligence would boost service and strip out back-office friction. Since then the… Read More »
Hotels Focus on Direct Bookings, Struggle with Data

The Hotel Electronic Distribution Network Association (HEDNA), New York University (NYU), and RateGain have released the second annual State of… Read More »
Certares’ Greg O’Hara Sees AI Boosting Travel Demand

Greg O’Hara, founder and senior managing director of investment firm Certares, believes artificial intelligence holds untapped promise for the travel… Read More »
DerbySoft Enters Flight Tech Sector with Ryanair Deal

DerbySoft has officially expanded into the aviation technology space with the launch of a new flight connectivity solution designed to… Read More »
Exoticca Launches AI Platform to Power Connected Trips

Exoticca, the multi-day tours specialist, has unveiled an artificial intelligence-powered platform called SmartFare to streamline the way travelers plan and… Read More »
AI and Automation Lead Hospitality Tech at HITEC 2025

The global hospitality industry converged in Indianapolis this week for HITEC 2025, where over 360 exhibitors showcased the latest in… Read More »