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WeRoad, the group travel startup backed by Airbnb, has raised $58 million to accelerate its international expansion and launch its social travel platform in the United States market.
Airbnb's co-founder has appointed branding expert Peter Arnell as the company's first US chief brand architect to strengthen global brand strategy and identity.
Google Maps is preparing to roll out new AI-driven features that improve navigation, discovery, and real-time insights for users worldwide.
Booking.com confirms that hackers accessed customer data in a cyberattack, raising concerns about privacy, account security, and the safety of online travel platforms.
United Airlines updates its mobile app to show TSA wait times at select airports, helping travellers plan security checks and reduce delays.
Airbnb introduces a private car pickup service, expanding travel offerings with seamless airport transfers and personalised transportation options.
Airbnb expands its ‘Reserve Now, Pay Later’ feature to more countries, giving travellers added flexibility by allowing them to book stays upfront and pay closer to check-in.
Airbnb plans to integrate AI features across search, discovery and customer support, aiming to improve personalisation, trip planning and host-guest interactions on its platform.
Airbnb says AI now handles nearly one-third of customer support interactions in the US and Canada, helping improve response times and operational efficiency.
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