Airbnb debuts ‘Airbnb-friendly’ apartments with landlord partnerships

US: Airbnb has announced that it is introducing ‘Airbnb-friendly’ apartments, a listing service exclusively for assets that allow short-term rentals in the United States.
Airbnb co-founder Gebbia launches Samara Backyard product

US: Airbnb co-founder Joe Gebbia has launched the inaugural product from his latest venture Samara – Backyard – which is adding small homes to people’s backyards.
Airbnb reports record bookings and predicts “strong” summer

US: Airbnb has reported record bookings and rising rates in its second quarter earnings call with travel demand continuing its consolidation.