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United Airlines blocks AI agents from booking flights, citing cybersecurity risks

TechCrunchBy Zack Whittaker

11/12/2026, 5:17:58 PM

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The airline said it will not allow customers to use AI agents to book flights and manage reservations.

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United Airlines blocks AI agents from booking flights, citing cybersecurity risks.
The airline said it will not allow customers to use AI agents to book flights and manage reservations.
The airline said it will not allow customers to use AI agents to book flights and manage reservations.

The airline said it will not allow customers to use AI agents to book flights and manage reservations.

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