Startups

Two startups in corporate travel raised money this week, along with another in short-term rentals.

DiDi said robotaxis will be available on its rideshare app by 2025, and Regent Craft said it will begin testing electric seagliders next year.

Three tech-enabled property managers — typically less affected by increasing short-term rental regulations — have announced fundraises recently.

Atlys wants to make obtaining e-visas simpler for travelers, and Shackle is part of the growing effort to modernize the hotel industry.

Tailbox is the latest generative AI startup in travel to raise venture capital, this time with a future vision to provide travelers with a personal digital tour guide.

AI trip planners, alternative jet fuel, the metaverse, next-generation chargers for airline passengers: There is a big variety of travel tech startups raising money lately.

Corporate travel is the theme this week. Companies want to make sure business trip spending is as efficient as possible, and that's where expense management software comes in.

Zeelo is helping corporate clients make shuttle routes more efficient, and Teleport is making the visa submission process a little less tedious.

Archer Aviation expects its flying taxis to be in the air in 2025, and Atmosfy wants to change the way people leave dining reviews.

Nezasa wants to make life easier for travel operators, and Electra is designing a plane to take off from a 150-foot runway.