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Experts from Rail Europe, Eurostar, SNCF and Iryo discussed at Phocuswright Europe how European rail travel is being transformed through greater standardization and collaboration.  ... Read More

Weeva managing director Julie Cheetham said the board's decision to shutter the startup came after an "exhaustive review." And on its website it says "an orderly wind-up ... has now commenced."... Read More

The group that includes 18 brands such as Contiki, Insight Vacations and Trafalgar will be acquired after more than a century under the ownership and operation of the Tollman family.... Read More

Moving Tech said it plans to invest in technology and product innovation as part of a “vision to empower drivers, integrate public transport and improve customer convenience.”... Read More

Executives from BCD Travel and Cornerstone Information System discuss how consolidation, sustainability and a post-COVID rebound are shaping business travel.    ... Read More

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

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 across the globe.”... Read More

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

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

Generative artificial intelligence still dominates the headlines and conference discussions, but it’s not the only travel-related technology influencing business operations today — or likely to affect them in the near future.  ... Read More

Keep up with all the latest people, product and partner news from around the global travel industry in PhocusWire's weekly roundup.... Read More

The opportunity to sell with Amazon is appealing, according to the brands included in Amazon's Prime Day travel deals that seek to meet travelers where they are shopping.... Read More

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

The selection of six startups is the next step in the DHS's work to create privacy-enhanced digital wallets for travel and immigration. Meanwhile, similar efforts are progressing in Europe.... Read More

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