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Google introduced AI-driven travel itinerary building and curated recommendations in Maps, enhancing user trip planning experiences.

Google launches AI travel itinerary building featureThe AI creates personalised itineraries on after analysing each user’s unique preferences.

Joby's air taxis resemble futuristic helicopters and operate similarly, taking off and landing vertically within existing helipad infrastructure.

Dubai to welcome world's first flying taxi serviceThe first flying taxi is set to take off in 2026, bringing passengers soaring over iconic locations in Dubai.

Security flaw in Dormakaba's Saflok locks lets attackers use cloned keycards to access millions of hotel rooms worldwide.

Hackers can open millions of hotel rooms with digital locksTravellers are advised to remain vigilant due to a security flaw in a digital door lock that could permit unauthorised access.

Azgo utilises AI to allow users to easily plan and enjoy vacations affordably.

New travel app offers deals and cashbacksAn AI-powered travel app has entered Singapore’s market after discovering its citizen’s strong wanderlust.

SmoothTravel is Shanghai Government's official portal that connects global travel entities with China's industry, fostering growth in arrivals and business partnerships.

SmoothTravel in China? New B2B platform helps you get thereAVIAREPS and Shanghai Municipal Government launch new platform to connect global businesses with the Chinese travel market.

Tokyo embraces the Metaverse with HELLO! TOKYO FRIENDS, a Roblox-based portal, promoting global interaction, virtual sightseeing, and cultural exchange.

Travel Tokyo through augmented realityTokyo has launched an augmented reality platform for virtual sightseeing.

FBI warns against using public USB ports for charging due to cyber threats.

FBI warning: Stop charging your phones in airportsUsing public charging ports at airports and hotels could expose travellers to cyber threats.

Vietjet passengers flying from Bangkok to Singapore were recently checked in with the Smart Path system.

A smarter way to fly for Thai Vietjet passengersBiometric pathway from check-in to boarding makes for a smoother journey.

The 2023 Phocuswright Conference will discuss how travel businesses must adapt to remain relevant.

Now everyone wants a slice of the travel businessPhocuswright puts a spotlight on the non-travel brands who are jumping into online travel.

Equator, launched by Travel Trade Marketplace, simplifies and reduces costs for travel businesses, connecting them with customers more efficiently.

There’s a new travel marketplace at the EquatorThe Chan Brothers-backed platform aims to simplify and make it more cost-effective for travel businesses to connect to...