Travel stories

Xero broadens its App Store with new global integrations spanning finance, automation, CRM and sector-specific tools for key markets.

The Isle of Man will host the 2026 Interceltic Business Forum, uniting Celtic regions to deepen economic ties and showcase innovation.

Dark web vendors sell UK ID packs for about USD $30, helping criminals bypass biometric checks at banks and fintechs, AMLTRIX warns.

Undersea fibre-optic cables, carrying 95% of international internet traffic, are expanding rapidly to support soaring AI and cloud computing data demands.

Yorkshire's Apollo3D launches Infinity Virtual Tours, turning Matterport scans into guided, data-rich journeys for retail, venues and estates teams.

Irish exports to Canada hit a record EUR €585 million (CAD $954 million) in 2024, soaring 32% since 2021 as technology and services firms boost trade ties.

Ecommpay teams up with humm to offer flexible finance up to GBP £3,000 for UK merchants, boosting sales in travel and high-value retail sectors.

Port of Dover adopts Oracle Fusion Cloud to streamline finance, HR, and supply chain, boosting efficiency as it handles GBP £144 billion in trade annually.

Checkmarx partners with e92spark to expand the reach of its AI-powered application security tools across UK and Ireland channel partners.

Be.EV is investing GBP £2.5 million to install four ultra-rapid EV charging hubs in London, creating 30 new 150kW bays to boost the city's charging network.

Transatel launches Ubigi data service in MINI cars, offering seamless 4G/5G Wi-Fi across 27 European countries including the UK and France.

Azerbaijan leads a 26% surge in European air travel bookings, with rising interest in emerging destinations reshaping traveller preferences, says new report.

Rugby Australia will use Tixserve's digital-only ticketing for the 2025 British and Irish Lions Tour, enhancing fan experience with secure, app-based tickets.

Virgin Atlantic has extended its partnership with Tata Consultancy for seven years to accelerate AI-led digital transformation across its core airline operations.

Luxury Escapes and Cover Genius have broadened their partnership to launch a new 'Cancellation Protection' feature for travellers, offering 100% refunds.

Dote has appointed Denise Namakando as Managing Director for the UK and Ireland, marking a key step in its plans for international expansion and product launch.

On International Women's Day 2025, a stark reality unfolds as female founders secure just 2% of venture capital, despite driving 85% of consumer spending.

A recent study by HONOR reveals that 59% of Britons have faced tech failures during key life moments, raising concerns over unreliable technology.

Logicalis reports a 27% cut in scope 1 emissions since 2022, along with a 17% reduction in market-based scope 2 emissions, aiming for net-zero by 2050.

Soft Space and Inflight Dublin partner to integrate Fasspos with Everhub on AirAsia, elevating inflight entertainment and boosting ancillary revenue.