Summer pivots to SaaS with SummerOS launch
US: Venture-backed real estate proptech startup Summer has pivoted its business model to software-as-a-service [SaaS] by launching SummerOS, which it describes as the first asset management software built for STR operators.
Hostaway expands workforce and boosts investment in AI
Finland: All-in-one vacation rental software and management system, Hostaway, has marked its ten-year anniversary by growing its team and expanding hiring internationally.
Lodgify adds smart locks feature to smoothen keyless entry
Spain: Lodgify, a vacation rental management platform for independent hosts and property managers, has launched a new feature that lets hosts handle their smart locks from their devices.
RMS appoints new CEO to drive global expansion
UK: Hospitality property management platform RMS has announced the appointment of Adam Seskis as CEO as the company looks ahead to its next chapter of global growth and innovation.
Hostaway releases 2024 STR Market Report findings
Canada: Vacation rental management software Hostaway has released its annual 2024 STR Market Report, revealing a fundamental shift in priorities and concerns among property managers worldwide.
Inhabit secures private equity backing from Blackstone and GSV
US: Property management software company Inhabit has secured an undisclosed preferred equity investment led by Blackstone, with an additional investment from entrepreneurial family office Greater Sum Ventures.
Hostfully releases eighth annual hospitality report
US: Short-term rental property management platform Hostfully has released its eight annual hospitality report, providing actionable data for hosts and property managers of all portfolio sizes.
Hospitable unveils suite of new features for scaling
US: Vacation rental management platform Hospitable has announced a series of new features set to give hundreds of thousands of hosts the opportunity to professionalise and scale.
Your.Rentals and PriceLabs partner for free dynamic pricing
Denmark: Dynamic pricing, powered by revenue management solution provider PriceLabs, is now available for all Your.Rentals users at no extra cost, courtesy of a new partnership between the two companies.
matsuri technologies Inc notches $8.65m in Series D funding
Japan: Tokyo-based startup matsuri technologies Inc, which develops rental property management software to manage and operate private accommodation, has closed a Series D round, securing 1.34 billion yen [JPY] or $8.65 million.