European Commission set to propose data-sharing rules for STR platforms
Europe: The European Commission is set to introduce a proposal next week that would require the major short-term rental booking platforms to provide data on the number of users using their services and on the total nights they stay in listings to national authorities.
“Wolf of Airbnb” charged over fraudulent New York rental scheme
US: A so-called “Wolf of Airbnb” has been charged with wire fraud and identity theft in New York, in a scheme that saw him generate an alleged $1.2 million in rental income.
City Relay Solutions rebrands as Opago
UK: City Relay Solutions, a one-stop solution for property management, has announced its rebranding as Opago, effective as of 2 November.
The 100 Collection launches in North America
US: The 100 Collection™, a collaborative, validating peer-vetting program for vacation rental properties, has announced its launch in North America.
VRMA 2022 interviews: Launching The 100 Collection
US: Travis Wilburn and Rebecca Lombardo, plus Hunter and Ginger Harrelson from Beachball Properties, discuss the launch of The 100 Collection.
Operto Guest Technologies acquires STAYmyway
Canada: Smart device automation and SaaS software, Operto Guest Technologies, has acquired STAYmyway, a Spanish smart hospitality technology company.
Lodgify raises $30m in Series B funding round
Spain: Vacation rental software startup Lodgify has secured $30 million in Series B funding.