Department of Transportation

DOT Launches Inquiry Into Rewards Programs of 4 Airlines
DOT Launches Inquiry Into Rewards Programs of 4 Airlines
September 05, 2024  |  Loyalty & Rewards

The Department of Transportation (DOT) has launched an inquiry into the rewards programs of the four largest U.S. airlines, saying it aims to protect customers from...

READ MORE >
Delta Reportedly Facing $500 Million Loss From CrowdStrike Outage
Delta Reportedly Facing $500 Million Loss From CrowdStrike Outage
July 24, 2024  |  Connected Economy

Delta Air Lines is reportedly facing a half-billion dollar hit after last week’s IT outage. The air carrier on Wednesday (July 24) was still recovering from...

READ MORE >
DOT Probes Delta’s Handling of CrowdStrike Outage
DOT Probes Delta’s Handling of CrowdStrike Outage
July 23, 2024  |  Transportation

Delta Air Lines’ handling of a recent mass IT outage is the target of a federal investigation. The investigation is to “ensure the airline is...

READ MORE >
Airlines Sue DOT Over New Fee Disclosure Rules
Airlines Sue DOT Over New Fee Disclosure Rules
May 13, 2024  |  Legal

Airlines are reportedly suing the U.S. Transportation Department (DOT) over new fee rules. The suit was filed in federal court last week by industry group Airlines for America, Reuters reported...

READ MORE >
New Airline Refund Requirements Put Spotlight on Instant Digital Disbursements
New Airline Refund Requirements Put Spotlight on Instant Digital Disbursements
April 24, 2024  |  Travel Payments

Air travel is a complicated business — and those complications can get passed down to travelers. From extended delays when waiting for refunds after abrupt...

READ MORE >
DOT: Airlines Must Automatically Refund Canceled Flights
DOT: Airlines Must Automatically Refund Canceled Flights
April 24, 2024  |  Travel Payments

Airlines must automatically refund travelers for canceled flights under a new Department of Transportation rule. This rule, announced Wednesday (April 24) is designed to make it easier for passengers...

READ MORE >
Transportation Department Investigates Airlines’ Rewards Programs
Transportation Department Investigates Airlines’ Rewards Programs
December 21, 2023  |  Loyalty & Rewards

The U.S. Department of Transportation is reportedly closely examining the frequent flyer programs of major U.S. airlines, aiming to identify potential deceptive or unfair practices...

READ MORE >
Flock Freight Offers to Assist White House Supply Chain Efforts
Flock Freight Offers to Assist White House Supply Chain Efforts
November 29, 2023  |  Supply Chain

FreightTech company Flock Freight has released an open letter addressed to Biden administration officials that offers the company’s help in optimizing the nation’s supply chains....

READ MORE >
Today in the Connected Economy: Apple Watch Upgrade to Expand Health Monitoring
Today in the Connected Economy: Apple Watch Upgrade to Expand Health Monitoring
June 10, 2022  |  Connected Economy

Today in the connected economy, Apple’s watch will incorporate improvements to its health applications. Plus, the Bank of England (BoE) tests some of the country’s...

READ MORE >