The Latest Breaking News from Airbnb

Hayden Panettiere death: On-off boyfriend’s brother shares how they found star unconscious

Panettiere died August 16, days shy of her 37th birthday

The Independent UK · Aug 21

Reed Hastings says he learned why companies aren’t families after laying off one-third of Netflix: ‘You would never lay off two of your kids’

Elite companies can’t operate like families, according to Netflix’s Reed Hastings—a mindset that helped turn it into a $315 billion entertainment giant.

Fortune · Aug 18

Hayden Panettiere Died in Condo Where On-Off Boyfriend Brian Hickerson Had Stayed

Hayden Panettiere was found dead in a South Carolina Airbnb. Authorities found no foul play, but the cause of death remains undetermined pending further investigation and toxicology results

International Business Times UK · Aug 18

‘There’s a camera above the bed’: California woman opens wrong door in her Airbnb, finds prison-looking room, complete with a stain on the floor

Viewers told her to leave the Airbnb as soon as humanly possible.

We Got This Covered · Aug 12

'We were shaking when we realised...': British couple’s Airbnb anniversary holiday in Spain turns into a frightening ordeal after they find hidden camera pointing at their bed

A British couple’s long-awaited Airbnb anniversary holiday in Spain turned into a frightening ordeal after they discovered a hidden camera pointing directly at their bed. The couple said, “We were both shaking when we realised,” before leaving the property and finding alternative accommodation. Airbnb later refunded them and suspended the…

The Economic Times · Aug 12

Woman says her group booked an Airbnb two months in advance. Then the 6-hour drive ends with a grim discovery: ‘Airbnb ruined our weekend’

It was a Fourth of July weekend trip.

We Got This Covered · Aug 12

Libel Lawsuit Over Highly Publicized L.A. Landlord-Tenant Dispute Thrown Out

The court is unmoved by plaintiff's claims that defendants' coverage of the underlying dispute led to people threatening her.

Reason · Aug 12

Goa sees surge in monsoon travel searches as Indians embrace ‘micro-cations’

Goa sees a surge in monsoon travel and short "micro-cation" trends. Domestic searches for these trips have increased significantly year-on-year. Travelers now prefer spontaneous weekend getaways and short holidays. The state offers lush landscapes, local culture, and immersive experiences during the rainy season.

The Economic Times · Aug 12

Airbnb Has Been on a Tear, But There’s 1 Key Reason to Wait to Buy ABNB Stock

Airbnb remains fundamentally attractive, but the stock’s valuation makes the investment case less compelling.

Barchart · Aug 11

Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky Says AI Is 'The Best Thing to Have Happened' to His Company — And That the Millions Spent 'Pales In Comparison' to What It Brings Back

Airbnb claims "AI did it" for its earnings boom. A closer look raises some questions, though.

Barchart · Aug 11