Breadcrumbzs Launches the World’s First SMS-Based AI Travel Assistant for Smarter City Exploration

Studio City, California Oct 15, 2025 (Issuewire.com) - Breadcrumbzs Tech, an emerging force in travel technology, has unveiled the worlds first SMS-based AI Travel Assistant, an innovation that redefines how travelers explore cities, discover local experiences, and book accommodations all through simple text messaging.

Founded by Julian Payne, a visionary entrepreneur and celebrity barber turned tech innovator, Breadcrumbzs bridges the gap between human connection and artificial intelligence. Before entering the tech world, Payne earned national recognition as a barber to some of the worlds most iconic figures including Kobe Bryant, Eddie Murphy, Chris Tucker, Sugar Ray Leonard, 50 Cent, Kanye West, and many more. His ability to understand people and deliver personalized experiences behind the chair laid the foundation for creating an AI assistant that brings that same personal touch to the travel industry.

Payne, a descendant of the great American explorer Matthew Henson the first African American to reach the North Pole draws inspiration from his ancestors pioneering spirit. Exploration is in my blood, says Payne. Breadcrumbzs is about helping people explore the world the way my ancestor once explored the unknown with courage, curiosity, and connection.

The Breadcrumbzs AI Travel Assistant empowers users to plan and book their trips directly through text, offering curated recommendations for flights, hotels, dining, and hidden gems. With partnerships forming across tourism boards, entertainment commissions, and hospitality brands, the platform is positioned to power personalized city experiences and data-driven travel engagement for major events and destinations.

Currently preparing pilot programs with Los Angeles Tourism, Sports & Entertainment Commission, and other cities, Breadcrumbzs is setting the stage for a new era of AI-driven, text-based travel. The companys proprietary SMS technology makes it possible for anyone from tourists to locals to experience curated, on-demand exploration without downloading an app.

People want convenience and connection, Payne adds. Our AI assistant doesnt just book your trip it learns your preferences, your vibe, and your style of travel. Its like having a personal concierge in your pocket.

With its fusion of storytelling, AI, and social discovery, Breadcrumbzs Tech stands as a true example of innovation rooted in heritage bringing exploration full circle from the Arctic to AI.