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• West Palm Beach Brings Downtown to Life Through the “DowntownWPB Unlocked” Augmented Reality Tour

  The West Palm Beach Downtown Development Authority (WPB DDA) has partnered with app developers Hoverlay to launch an ambitious experience that brings Downtown West Palm Beach to life in a wholly new and digital way. DowntownWPB Unlocked is an interactive augmented reality (AR) walking tour that transforms everyday streets, establishments, landmarks, and public spaces into immersive encounters for visitors to uncover the secrets and surprises of downtown, all in the palm of their hand.

  Published: Thu, 16 Apr 2026 06:08:42 +0000

• Dubai Introduces AI+ Program to Boost AI Skills and Innovation

  Dubai launches a new program to help government employees use AI in daily tasks, focusing on practical skills rather than theory. Participants will gain hands-on experience with the latest AI technologies, including large language models, applicable across various industries. The initiative fits into Dubai’s broader vision of integrating AI into government services and operations, enhancing efficiency and user experience. The program aims to build employee confidence in using AI through structured training and real-world applications. This effort supports the UAE’s ambition to be a global AI hub by fostering growth in both public and private sectors.

  Published: Wed, 15 Apr 2026 13:07:36 +0000

• New Amadeus report finds personalisation can drive hospitality revenue

  Some 74 per cent of travellers say they want their trips to be personalised, and the results suggest that if modern retailing opportunities like room attributes are pitched strategically, they can deliver significant returns

  Published: Wed, 15 Apr 2026 12:49:51 +0000

• The first direct booking app for hotels launches in ChatGPT, powered by Lighthouse

  Lighthouse, the AI commercial operating system for the travel and hospitality industry, today announced the launch of The Hotels Network app, the first direct booking app for hotels available inside ChatGPT. Powered by Lighthouseʼs Connect AI engine, the app gives hotels a direct presence in AI conversations for the first time. The app is available to hotels of every size worldwide on a flat fee subscription with zero booking commissions.

  Published: Wed, 15 Apr 2026 12:49:19 +0000

• AI Is Reshaping Supply Chains in the Gulf

  Companies in Saudi Arabia and the UAE are treating supply-chain modernization as a long-term business priority rather than a temporary response to disruption. Recent reporting points to rising interest in artificial intelligence, automation, and real-time data tools as firms look for stronger logistics performance and better resilience.

  Published: Wed, 15 Apr 2026 08:46:49 +0000

• One Planet Group Announces $50M in Initial Investment to Launch Quite Remarkable

  One Planet Group, a closely held private equity firm that owns and operates a portfolio of technology and media businesses, today announced the upcoming launch of Quite Remarkable, a new travel and lifestyle company built to redefine the standards of modern luxury through technology, service, one-of-a kind properties, experiences and intentional design. The platform is slated for initial launch in Fall 2026.

  Published: Wed, 15 Apr 2026 06:47:28 +0000

• AIR INDIA SELECTS PANASONIC AVIONICS AS IFE MRO PROVIDER FOR 74 AIRCRAFT

  Panasonic Avionics Corporation (Panasonic Avionics) has today announced that Air India has selected Panasonic Technical Services’ (PTS) Total Care Package to maintain the airline’s in-flight entertainment (IFE) systems across 74 aircraft. The systems are installed on aircraft across Air India’s fleet including the Boeing 787-9, Airbus A350-1000, A350-900, and A321neo.

  Published: Wed, 15 Apr 2026 05:44:43 +0000

• TripWorks warns of rising “AI copycat platforms”

  TripWorks today warned that a surge of AI‑generated “instant booking platforms” is putting tour and activity operators around the world at risk, as a wave of new research reveals widespread accuracy failures and operational breakdowns across the travel tech sector.

  Published: Wed, 15 Apr 2026 05:38:58 +0000

• Who Owns Travel in 2046? Artificial Intelligence, Trust and Power Redraw the Map

  Who will control travel in 2046: AI companies, governments, or the travelers themselves? What will determine value in an AI-driven industry? And will travel remain accessible to all, or become a privilege? These questions were at the heart of the inaugural Leadership Exchange, hosted by Phocuswright, a leading global travel research and events company, and ITB Berlin, on March 3, 2026, at CityCube Berlin.

  Published: Tue, 14 Apr 2026 08:58:42 +0000

• Omio launches in ChatGPT, bringing its real-time multimodal travel search to 900 million users

  Omio, the world’s leading multimodal travel platform, has today announced the launch of its ChatGPT app to enable passengers to search and compare travel options in real time through conversational AI. The launch represents a key step in Omio’s ambition to become a leading AI-native platform. It brings Omio’s global transport network of over 3,000 partners to ChatGPT’s 900 million weekly users, marking a significant shift in how travel is planned and booked.

  Published: Tue, 14 Apr 2026 06:03:24 +0000