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How Artificial Intelligence Is Impacting How We Travel

The end of the pandemic has seen a surge in Immigration demands in the USA, with more people streaming into the USA and more Americans resuming traveling and vacationing around the world. The surge in travel is evidenced by the fact that passport applications in the United States have increased by almost 10 percent YOY in 2023. Last year, more than 24 million people applied for U.S passports - an all-time high increasing by 77.5 percent over the last decade - but the process remains slow and complex.

How HelloGov is bringing vertically-integrated AI into the government space

While headlines continue to be dominated by the evolution of LLMs and their various new products, AI is entering its next phase: industry-specific applications of cutting-edge AI technology to disrupt and innovate in industries typically defined by slow or out-of-date practices.

Meet the AI startup saving thousands of travelers’ vacations

These real-life customer stories of a trip hanging in the balance due to not having a passport are nothing out of the ordinary for the team HelloGov, a new Miami-based startup that uses AI to help US citizens get their passports quickly. Every year, thousands of Americans face the prospect of canceling or postponing vacations because of expired or missing passports. Most of the time, the deciding factor is whether they can get their passport replaced in time for their trip.

Meet the US startup revolutionizing global government docs with AI

Building on decades of experience in the gov tech space, a new US AI startup has its sights set on solving the complexities of getting government documents around the world. We caught up with Adam Boalt, co-founder of HelloGov, to hear their story.

How this AI startup is making it easier to visit, live and work in the United States

Applying for visas and immigration to the USA is a notoriously difficult process. The application forms are lengthy, the requirements are stringent, and the instructions are often confusing. In fact, according to data from the U.S. Department of State, over a quarter of B visa applications (for business and tourism) were denied between 2013 and 2023. For applicants from Africa, rejection rates are even higher. These rejections are often due to minor mistakes or missing documents, highlighting the challenges applicants face in meeting the complex requirements.

HelloGov: the AI startup that helps celebrities with last-minute trips

HelloGov offers a concierge-level service for all applicants, starting with a simple online questionnaire. The AI-powered platform takes care of everything from there, ensuring that each form is completed accurately and efficiently. The service includes real-time updates, 24/7 support, and personal assistance to handle any queries or issues that may arise during the process.

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Meet the US Startup Set on Making it Easier to Get Government Documents Worldwide

Recently launched in the US with plans to launch across Europe soon, AI startup HelloGov is using artificial intelligence to make government applications significantly easier and less stressful and drastically reduce wait times. The platform is an AI layer between applicants and governments that streamlines the entire application process. While currently only operating in the US, the company’s mission is to make applying for government documents worldwide as simple and stress-free as possible.

Meet the TurboTax for government documents: new startup uses AI to solve global wait times for government applications

Global travel is steadily recovering, with forecasts predicting that the industry will surpass pre-pandemic levels in 2024 and continue to boom over the next decade. However, one of the most frustrating aspects for travelers remains the process of obtaining essential government documents like passports and visas.