DOJ Seeks to Block Amex GBT’s $570M Acquisition of CWT
U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has filed a civil antitrust lawsuit to block American Express Global Business Travel’s (Amex GBT)… Read More »
Travel Tech Updates: FCM, Faye, Nium, and More
This week’s travel tech news highlights industry innovations, leadership changes, and product launches. Hospitable Introduces Conference and Coaching:Hospitable is launching… Read More »
German Government Considers Leaving X Over Algorithm Concerns
The German government is debating whether to delete its presence on X, formerly known as Twitter, citing concerns over the… Read More »
Delta Celebrates 100 Years with Future Tech
Delta Air Lines is marking its 100th anniversary in spectacular fashion as it unveils a host of technology-driven innovations to… Read More »
Italy to Retain Data Control in Potential Starlink Deal
Italy will have full control over its data under any potential agreement with Elon Musk’s Starlink for secure satellite communications,… Read More »
Gumloop Simplifies Task Automation with Drag-and-Drop AI Tools
Developers Max Brodeur-Urbas and Rahul Behal founded Gumloop, a startup that automates repetitive workflows using AI. Created as a side… Read More »
2025 Predictions for Geopolitics, AI, Work, and People Risks
Business leaders enter 2025 navigating global volatility and adapting to fast-changing risks. Key trends shaping the year include: 1. Geopolitical… Read More »
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 »
Tripadvisor Teams Up with Perplexity for Smarter Trip Planning
Tripadvisor has partnered with AI-powered answer engine Perplexity to simplify and improve the trip-planning experience. The collaboration integrates Tripadvisor’s trusted… Read More »
Aerticket Acquires Servivuelo to Expand Spanish Market Reach
Aerticket, a leading airline ticket wholesaler, has acquired Madrid-based flight consolidator Servivuelo for an undisclosed sum, strengthening its foothold in… Read More »
U.S. Airports Accelerate Biometric Tech for Seamless Travel
U.S. airports are rapidly advancing biometric technology to offer travelers touchless, streamlined journeys. Industry leaders discussed the growing adoption of… Read More »
Travel Experts Address Digital ID Challenges as SSID Evolves
Self-sovereign identity (SSID), which gives individuals control over their personal data, is gaining traction in the travel industry. At The… 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 »
Delta Unveils AI-Powered Concierge for Seamless Travel
Delta Air Lines has introduced Delta Concierge, a generative AI-powered assistant designed to enhance the travel experience through the Fly… Read More »
Ground Transport Experts Tackle Connected Trip Challenges
Ground transportation is a critical element of travel, whether it’s a car ride to an airport, hotel, or train station…. 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 »