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Tourism OpenAI acquires Odessia AI travel agent startup OpenAI has acquired Odessia, the AI travel agent startup founded by Sonder co‑founder Francis Davidson, as announced on 10 November 2026. The deal affects the travel‑tech market and signals OpenAI’s deeper involvement in travel services. · 3 min read · Skift

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Saudi Al-Munai IT Wins Two-Year Contract with Chinese CHEC for Riyadh Project

Al Munai IT, a Saudi subsidiary of the Al Munai Group, has secured a two‑year contract from Chinese engineering firm CHEC to carry out mechanical, electrical, health and technology systems for a flagship development in Riyadh. The agreement starts immediately and targets a high‑profile urban transformation project under Saudi Vision 2030.

Al Siyaha Al Arabia (مجلة السياحة العربية) 3 min read