March 28, 2025

News to Know

The Future of Online Check-In for the Aviation Industry
(SOURCE: FORBES)

The aviation industry is at the crossroads of innovation and tradition. As passengers increasingly demand seamless, efficient and personalized experiences, airlines face the challenge of harmonizing the digital and physical aspects of travel. Passenger verification technology embedded within airline apps offers a solution that not only simplifies the travel process but also enhances security and inclusivity.

AVIATION

Myanmar National Airlines Cancels Some Flights Following Quake (TRADING VIEW)

Economic Turbulence Shakes US Airlines as Travel Demand Falters (TBS NEWS)

UATP Airline Distribution: Low Cost Carriers Face Fewer IT Barriers on Path to Modern Retailing (AVIATION BUSINESS NEWS)

Alaska Airlines Adding Operations to New York-JFK's Terminal 8 (SIMPLE FLYING)

United Airlines Breaks Ground on New $177M Ground Service Equipment Facility (BREAKING TRAVEL NEWS)

HOSPITALITY

The Power Shift in Hospitality (HOSPITALITY TODAY)

OTHER SECTORS

Germany Retains Top Spot for Business Travel in Europe (HOSPITALITY NET)

Google Updates AI Capabilities for Travel Tools (PHOCUSWIRE)

Asia’s Full Rebound Meets AI Revolution: Leapfrogging into the Future (PHOCUSWIRE)

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Resources

Crisis24 Intelligence Brief

Argentina - Unionized bus drivers plan to strike in Buenos Aires Metropolitan Area, Argentina, March 28. Public transport disruptions likely.

Australia - Tropical Cyclone 28 tracking eastward towards northern WA, Australia, early March 28. Landfall over Kimberley coast likely late March 28.

Canada and United States - Additional rallies related to Israel-Hamas conflict likely in US and Canada through at least early April; heightened security likely.

Myanmar and Thailand - Damage assessments ongoing following a magnitude-7.7 earthquake in southeast Sagaing Region, Myanmar, 12:50 March 28.

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