AirDNA: US rental industry boosted by strong spring break bookings

US: The latest monthly review published by AirDNA shows a strong start to what could be another record year for US short-term rentals, with guests booking further in advance for their trips.
Ember raises $17.4m in round led by PayPal co-founder

US: Real estate proptech company Ember has raised $17.4 million in a financing round led by venture capitalist Peter Thiel, a co-founder of PayPal and early investor in Facebook.
Shortyz 2021 winners + 2022 preview: Kyle Davies, Avantio

Worldwide: Ahead of the 2022 Shortyz Awards on Wednesday 18 May, we hear from Avantio senior sales account executive Kyle Davies about his company’s award for Best property management software in 2021.