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Travel Technology

YouTrip Unveils Bank Withdrawal Feature for E-Wallet Users

Kostas Raptis

On July 23, 2024, YouTrip announced that users can transfer money from their YouTrip e-wallet to their bank accounts, a previously unavailable feature. This new capability addresses one of the top user requests, adding a significant layer of convenience. Since its inception, YouTrip has continuously enhanced its services, including Apple Pay and Google Pay integrations […]

IBS Software Travel Disruption Survey

Kostas Raptis

Aviation workers indicate that a staggering 72% have faced intimidation, yelling, or physical harm during travel disruptions.

CrowdStrike Update Affects Flights in Grece

Kostas Raptis

A global system failure caused by an update by CrowdStrike crashed Microsoft’s operating systems. This incident caused substantial delays and cancellations for 1,390 international flights, disrupting airports and various industries worldwide. Major international airports grappled with information system failures, primarily affecting the boarding and disembarking processes. Heraklion’s “Nikos Kazantzakis” airport faced secondary issues, leading to […]

Revolutionizing EV Charging Payments with Industry-Leading Security

Iorgos Pappas

ChargePoint (NYSE: CHPT) and Scheidt & Bachmann, a provider of energy retail solutions, have introduced the first payment terminal in the charging industry that meets the new OCPI industry standards and aligns with recent EU regulations for EV charging. ChargePoint’s new payment terminal is the first to provide seamless integration via the industry’s newest open […]