Kayak CEO Steve Hafner Steps Aside as Company Shifts Focus Toward AI
Kayak co-founder Steve Hafner is stepping down as CEO after more than two decades, as the travel search platform enters a new phase shaped by AI and product innovation.
Kayak co-founder Steve Hafner is stepping down as CEO after more than two decades, as the travel search platform enters a new phase shaped by AI and product innovation.
China’s annual Spring Festival travel rush is underway, with record passenger volumes, longer holidays, and smart airport technology reshaping the world’s largest human migration.
As AI becomes more autonomous across the travel industry, Sabre is outlining a new framework that puts trust, security, and governance at the center of innovation.
Uganda-based travel tech company Tripesa has launched Roamio, an AI-powered travel marketplace designed to connect travelers directly with vetted local operators across Africa.
Hospitality technology platform Mews has secured $300 million in fresh funding, positioning itself as a global leader in AI-driven hotel operations and digital guest experiences.
Capital One is expanding its reach into managed business travel and corporate payments with a $5.15 billion acquisition of fintech platform Brex, signaling a bold push beyond consumer banking.
American Airlines is rolling out new mobile app features designed to give travelers faster, clearer options when flights are disrupted, reducing stress and dependence on airport lines.
Haneda Airport is piloting an automatic clothing compression service that allows travelers to shrink worn clothes to palm size, aiming to reduce luggage stress and improve airport convenience.
As OpenAI begins testing ads inside ChatGPT, travel brands may gain access to a powerful new channel where trip planning, discovery, and commercial intent converge in real time.
FindaHostTravelAgency.com has unveiled a redesigned website featuring an AI-powered assistant aimed at helping travel advisors find the right host agency and educational resources.
Airbnb’s leadership change underscores how artificial intelligence is moving from experimentation to infrastructure in travel platforms, shaping how trips are planned, booked, and experienced.
Lufthansa Group will begin offering free high-speed WiFi powered by Starlink, marking a major upgrade to in-flight connectivity across its airlines and fleet.
Arrivia has acquired Bon Voyage Travel in a move that deepens its position in the premium and luxury cruise market while preserving Bon Voyage’s advisor-led service model.
China has introduced the Nihao China app, a new all-in-one digital platform designed to help international travelers navigate payments, transport, and everyday services with ease.
Lufthansa Group is rolling out a new Order ID system with Amadeus technology, aiming to replace fragmented booking records with a single, unified travel reference.