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Airbnb Deploys AI to Thwart New Year’s Eve Party Bookings

Airbnb Deploys AI to Thwart New Year's Eve Party Bookings

Airbnb deploys AI to curb New Year’s Eve disruptions. Restrictions block risky short stays, reinforcing the party ban. AI cuts UK New Year’s Eve incidents by 73% since 2020. Airbnb has announced the implementation of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning technology across the UK and several other countries. The platform aims to analyze various … Read more

David Holtz, California professor’s Airbnb ordeal goes viral

David Holtz, California professor's Airbnb ordeal goes viral

Airbnb guest finds a bed in the bathroom during London trip, goes viral. Airbnb customer service was not helpful, and guests were disappointed. Netizens react to the news with hilarious responses. David Holtz, an assistant professor at the University of California, was stunned to discover that his Airbnb rental accommodation in London was nothing more … Read more

Jay Carney: Amazon chief to join Airbnb as strategy and PR head

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Jay Carney, the Amazon.com Inc (AMZN.O) chief who unfathomably. Extended the retailer’s campaigning and public undertakings endeavors. White House press secretary, is joining Airbnb Inc (ABNB.O). Handle difficulties for the home rental startup from Washington. Jay Carney will answer to Airbnb’s CEO Brian Chesky, the organization said on Friday. In over seven years at Amazon, … Read more

Ben & Jerry’s sues Unilever, to prevent the sale of an Israeli company

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Ben & Jerry’s sues parent Unilever to block the sale of its Israeli business to a local licensee. The company says it is inconsistent with its values to sell ice cream in the occupied West Bank. The dispute highlights challenges facing brands taking a stand on Israeli settlements in the area. Most countries consider the … Read more

Parties and events are no longer permitted by Airbnb globally.

AirBnB bans parties and activities permanently after brief ban during the pandemic. San Francisco-based company lifted a restriction on the number of guests allowed in residences. In the future, “traditional hospitality establishments” may be exempt from the global prohibition. Following a brief prohibition during the pandemic that was well-received by hosts, Airbnb has permanently outlawed … Read more

A woman stays in an AirBnb business window for £1,000 per night, after prank escalates

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AirBnb is notorious for its bizarre accommodations. It can often startle even the most seasoned traveler. Staying in a shop window for $1,300 a night might be a bit much for some, but one American traveler was eager to take advantage of the deal. AirBnb is notorious for its bizarre accommodations, which can often startle … Read more

The Real Estate Investing Is Changing In Various Ways Due To Technology

The Real Estate Investing Is Changing In Various Ways Due To Technology

The emergence of Airbnb in 2008 caused a lot of change in the investment world. Only when technology advanced to the point where it was possible to make money from virtual real estate did the idea of making money from virtual real estate become a reality The surge of part-time investors made possible by AI … Read more

Airbnb to close in China

As the country’s zero-Covid policy, lockdowns, and travel restrictions persist, Airbnb is shutting down its operations in China permanently. Airbnb informed its Chinese users on Tuesday that as of July 30, it will no longer accept any bookings for lodging or activities in China. According to screenshots of the Airbnb notification published throughout Chinese social … Read more

Covid lockdowns in China push Airbnb to shut down

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Covid lockdowns in China push Airbnb to shut down Airbnb is closing down its homegrown rentals in China, where a “zero-Covid” strategy has implied lockdowns are continuous. All postings for homes and encounters in the nation will be taken out from the organization’s site by summer, a source acquainted with the matter told the BBC. … Read more

Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky believe that full-time office job is ‘over’

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In a recent interview, Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky reiterated his belief that typical full-time office jobs are obsolete, claiming that onsite work is “from a pre-digital age” and no longer makes sense for many career pathways. Chesky’s comments come just days after Airbnb told its present employees that they may work remotely indefinitely, a likely … Read more

Two 17-year-old victims have been identified in the Pittsburgh massacre

About 200 people were present during a party at Airbnb in Pittsburgh’s East Allegheny area. This is when the shooting started on Sunday morning. Two people died and eight were injured in a mass shooting. Two victims that encountered death were juveniles. The victims were identified as 17-year-old Mathey Steffy-Ross of Pitcaim, and Jaiden Brown … Read more

After discovering a hidden camera in an Airbnb bathroom, a woman was horrified

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A horrified woman claims she discovered a hidden camera watching her in her Airbnb apartment’s bathroom. Brittany Walsh shared a Tiktok video of the surveillance device, which resembles a USB charger with a tiny pinhole lens in front and an SD card slot in back. However, that wasn’t the only spycam in the house; the … Read more

Peter Thiel to leave Meta’s board

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SAN FRANCISCO: Billionaire venture capitalist Peter Thiel will leave Facebook parent Meta’s board, the firm said Monday, after a lengthy tenure that saw the network’s rise and his vocal support of Donald Trump. Meta and Thiel’s announcement offered nothing on his future plans, but the Wall Street Journal and the New York Times reported that … Read more

Airbnb will begin providing free housing to 20,000 Afghan refugees worldwide

Airbnb will begin providing free housing to 20,000 Afghan refugees worldwide

Airbnb’s CEO, Brian Chesky, announced on Tuesday that the business will begin lodging 20,000 Afghan refugees for free around the world. Following the Taliban’s takeover of Afghanistan, thousands of Afghan refugees have attempted to depart the nation via Kabul airport in order to escape the militant group’s governmental rule. Starting today, Airbnb will begin housing … Read more

Airbnb raises $1 billion in debt as online rental marketplace witnessed drop in business

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Online marketplace for arranging or offering lodging, primarily homestays, or tourism experiences Airbnb said it raised $1 billion from private firms amid coronavirus outbreak. Airbnb said it raised $1 billion in debt and equity from private equity firms Silver Lake and Sixth Street Partners, as online rental marketplace seen its business dropped due to the … Read more