Travel stories - Page 12

Crowne Plaza's latest research reveals a surge in blended travel, with 66% of UK and US travellers merging work and leisure amidst rising living costs.

Calastone has revealed that tokenisation could save the asset management sector over USD $135 billion, significantly enhancing efficiency in fund operations.

Huawei Cloud has launched innovative services aimed at accelerating the transition to AI-native architectures, marking significant growth and industry leadership.

Huawei is showcasing its AI and 5G integration solutions at MWC Barcelona 2025, aiming to enhance carrier services and drive new business growth globally.

ExpressVPN has teamed up with Booking.com for Business to enhance digital security for business travellers, offering 4 months free on a 12-month subscription.

Emburse has launched Emburse AI, a dedicated large language model aiming to streamline expense management and enhance accuracy in financial processes.

The Global Business Travel Association forecasts a robust 2025 for the industry, with 48% of travel buyers expecting more business trips amid ongoing challenges.

A report reveals that business travellers are booking hotels earlier, with average lead times rising to 17.35 days in late 2024, up nearly 7% from 2023.

Infoblox's Chief Evangelist Cricket Liu emphasises the critical yet misunderstood role of DNS security, urging businesses to adopt protective DNS measures.

In 2024, Kaspersky blocked over 893 million phishing attempts, a 26% rise from 2023, as cybercriminals exploited trusted brand names to deceive users.

Netcore Cloud has appointed Nishant Arora as Senior Vice President of Marketing to bolster its global strategies and enhance demand generation efforts.

Dovetail will host its Insight Out conference on April 23-24, 2025, in San Francisco, featuring industry leaders discussing AI and product innovation.

India's digital commerce is set to soar, with UPI dominating payments as eCommerce transactions surge. By 2027, UPI is projected to exceed USD 150 billion.

CFOs are increasingly tasked with safeguarding shareholder value during crises, requiring effective communication to maintain confidence amidst uncertainty.

AI agents are set to transform daily life across sectors, optimising everything from smart homes to personalised shopping, according to Raphael Allstadt.

Researchers at Incheon National University have unveiled an AI-driven approach to enhance 5G and 6G network reliability and speed, crucial for high-speed users.

Amadeus has appointed Carol Borg as Chief Financial Officer, effective 5 May, bringing over 30 years of finance expertise to the travel tech leader.

Bitdefender has warned LinkedIn job seekers of a North Korea-linked cybercriminal group employing fraudulent job offers to deliver malware and steal credentials.

The shift from SIM cards to eSIMs marks a significant mobile evolution, enhancing security and convenience for users as connectivity transforms daily life.

Hotels are leveraging AI technology to enhance guest experiences, offering personalised services while improving operational efficiency in a competitive market.