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BlaBlaCar acquires Turkey-based bus ticketing platform Obilet
News / Distribution
BlaBlaCar acquires Turkey-based bus ticketing platform Obilet
By Linda Fox | December 12, 2024
Obilet provides data to B2B partners as well as ticketing software to bus operators. The company also aggregates bus services from more than 500 operators as well offering train and ferry tickets.  Read More
Oojo's CEO on the challenges of an end-to-end travel platform
News / Online
Oojo's CEO on the challenges of an end-to-end travel platform
By Linda Fox | December 2, 2024
Gulce Karsli Rozenveld believes only three travel companies are capable of creating a one-stop travel shop because of the huge time, investment and other resources it requires. Read More
Mondee says no plan to appeal Nasdaq non-compliance
News / Online
Mondee says no plan to appeal Nasdaq non-compliance
By Linda Fox | November 28, 2024
Mondee delayed the filing of its third quarter earnings earlier this month and received a letter of non-compliance from the Nasdaq. CEO Prasad Gundumogula has taken a leave of absence. Read More
Amazon expands travel partners for Cyber Week deals
News / Online
Amazon expands travel partners for Cyber Week deals
By Morgan Hines | November 12, 2024
American Airlines, Delta Air Lines,Viator, Princess Cruises, Visit Florida, Royal Caribbean, Carnival and many other travel suppliers are partnering with the online retail giant. Read More
Hot 25 Travel Startups for 2025: Byway
Interview / Startups
Hot 25 Travel Startups for 2025: Byway
By PhocusWire | November 11, 2024
Byway offers trips across Europe, including overland transport, hand-picked accommodation, and on-demand expert advice. Read More
PhocusWire's weekly travel tech news briefs: Sabre, Amex GBT, BlaBlaCar and more
News / Technology
PhocusWire's weekly travel tech news briefs: Sabre, Amex GBT, BlaBlaCar and more
By PhocusWire | November 8, 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
A triad approach for travel tech modernization
Event / Technology
A triad approach for travel tech modernization
November 7, 2024
This webinar, produced by PhocusWire and Encora, will deliver valuable insights on the critical role of data governance — not as a one-time goal but as an ongoing process that ensures your solutions... On Demand
PhocusWire's weekly travel tech news briefs: Sabre, Uber Business, Accelya, Concur and more
News / Technology
PhocusWire's weekly travel tech news briefs: Sabre, Uber Business, Accelya, Concur and more
By PhocusWire | November 1, 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
Chauffeur service provider Blacklane receives $65M investment
News / Technology
Chauffeur service provider Blacklane receives $65M investment
By Morgan Hines | October 29, 2024
 The company said the Series G round is its largest investment to do. It plans to se the funding to accelerate growth with a focus on the U.S., Europe and the Middle East. Read More
Tracking the evolution of maps in travel planning
News / Technology
Tracking the evolution of maps in travel planning
By Mark Frary | October 24, 2024
Established map players such as Google and Apple as well as travel startups are using AI, AR and 3D technologies to improve the travel planning process using maps. Read More
How an Uber-Expedia merger could redefine the travel experience
Opinion / Online
How an Uber-Expedia merger could redefine the travel experience
By Aaron Gowell - SilverRail | October 22, 2024
The rumored tie-up would mix Uber’s high-frequency, low-cost engagement with Expedia’s low-frequency, high-value transactions - layered with AI and a massive customer base.   Read More
Why Uber isn't buying Expedia, but I still think Amazon should
Opinion / Online
Why Uber isn't buying Expedia, but I still think Amazon should
By Clayton Reid | October 17, 2024
Word that Uber has considered acquiring Expedia Group - first reported by the Financial Times - has generated quite a bit of reaction from industry leaders, including this opinion from the former CEO of... Read More
Airlines are pushing ancillaries to boost revenue, but new offerings slow to come
News / Technology
Airlines are pushing ancillaries to boost revenue, but new offerings slow to come
By Morgan Hines | October 11, 2024
Ancillary services including baggage fees, meal upgrades, change fees and seat selection help boost airline profits, but why haven't airlines expanded their product catalog? Read More
Uber adds AI chat powered by OpenAI’s GPT4o to help drivers embrace electric vehicles
News / Online
Uber adds AI chat powered by OpenAI’s GPT4o to help drivers embrace electric vehicles
By Mitra Sorrells | October 8, 2024
The rideshare platform said it also has enough electric vehicles in more than 40 cities to enable EV-only option in its app.   Read More
As pressures mount on corporate travel to improve sustainability, progress is challenging
News / Online
As pressures mount on corporate travel to improve sustainability, progress is challenging
By Morgan Hines | October 4, 2024
Corporate travel is dealing with pressure from employees, a more stringent government and regulatory environment and stronger climate science as it continues to look for ways to operate more... Read More
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