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Hospitality tech leaders talk investment, incumbents and AI

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StaySaavy wants to ensure guests don't overpay for hotel stays
By Abby Crotty July 2, 2025
Powered by artificial intelligence, StaySaavy monitors hotel prices in real time and rebooks travelers' accommodations if the price drops.... Read More
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Specialist travel brands on being agile and building trust amid volatility
By Linda Fox July 1, 2025
At Phocuswright Europe 2025, executives from CheckYeti and WingBuddy discussed what it's like to be a niche player in turbulent times.... Read More
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Tiqets receives €25 million loan to refinance
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The loan from ABN AMRO bank will enable savings and flexibility for future growth, the online booking platform said.... Read More
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Almost one year after the CrowdStrike outage grounded flights, airlines face cybersecurity threats from Scattered Spider.... Read More

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