Transforming Travel with AI and Voice Commerce

Transforming Travel with AI and Voice Commerce

From AI InterConnect Podcast by Laurent Cochet

June 12, 2026 · 34 min · Season 2 · Episode 227

About this episode

Ashwin Kamlani discusses how AI and voice commerce are transforming the travel industry.

In this episode, Ashwin Kamlani, CEO of Hyperfunnel, shares insights on how AI is transforming travel discovery and booking, the future of voice interfaces, and innovative distribution channels. Discover how hyperfunnel aims to revolutionize travel with AI-powered solutions and strategic partnerships. key topics AI-powered travel discovery Voice AI and conversational interfaces New travel distribution channels via smart TVs The evolution of travel booking technology Strategic partnerships with Samsung and others The impact of AI on travel industry power dynamics Titles Revolutionizing Travel with AI: Hyperfunnel's Vision How Voice AI Will Change Travel Booking Forever sound bites "Travel should feel like a conversation, not a search" "AI agents will create direct relationships between hotels and travelers" "Voice is the future of travel planning" Chapters 00:00 Introduction to AI Interconnect Podcast 01:13 Ashwin Kamlani's Journey in Travel Technology 07:31 Understanding HyperFunnel's Role in Travel Booking 11:00 Challenges in Building New Travel Technology 13:31 The Shift Towards AI in Travel Discovery 18:06 Hospitality Leaders and AI…

People in this episode

Host: Laurent Cochet

Guest: Ashwin Kamlani

Topics covered

  • AI in travel
  • voice commerce
  • travel technology
  • travel booking
  • strategic partnerships
  • AI-powered solutions

Keywords

  • AI
  • travel technology
  • hyperfunnel
  • voice AI
  • travel discovery
  • digital commerce

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Hyperfunnel, Samsung

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