Recent events
Recent events tied to this brand in public sources.
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2020
Airbnb and New York City settle data-disclosure dispute
Airbnb and New York City announced a settlement of their legal dispute over host data. Airbnb agreed to dismiss its lawsuit and share listing information with the city quarterly, subject to exceptions; the city must amend the legislation to include the agreed exemptions.
2020
Kauai County agrees with Expedia Group and VRBO to enforce short-term rental laws
Kauai County signed a memorandum of understanding with Expedia Group and VRBO to strengthen enforcement of short-term rental laws. Airbnb also said it would remove ads for hosts without a valid Tax Map Key number.
2020
Airbnb launches #GetBehindTheMask in South Africa
Airbnb announced the launch of #GetBehindTheMask, a host-led initiative supporting communities affected by Covid-19 through mask-making and donations, a relief fund for tourism entrepreneurs, and an online experience. It was launched in partnership with the Western Cape government’s Maskathon and Afrika Tikkun.
2020
Airbnb announces global layoffs
Airbnb announced that it would lay off 1,900 employees worldwide, about one quarter of its workforce. CEO Brian Chesky said the company expected this year's revenue to be less than half of last year's.
2020
Airbnb announces reductions to non-core investments and business activities
Airbnb said it would reduce investment in areas unrelated to its core host community, pause work on its transportation and Airbnb Studios businesses, and reduce investment in hotels and luxury listings.
2020
Airbnb lays off about 1,900 employees
Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky decided in early May to lay off 1,900 people, about 25% of the company's workforce. The article also reports that Airbnb provided severance and career-transition support to departing employees.
2020
Airbnb partners with Los Angeles County to offer free stays to health care workers
Airbnb announced that it would work with Los Angeles County and the health care workers union to offer free accommodations to frontline hospital staff and other frontline responders. Eligible workers could book stays through the Airbnb platform and HotelTonight in coordination with the county Department of Health Services and SEIU-UHW.
2020
Airbnb and PDRF prepare a Philippine Frontline Stays program
Airbnb said it was preparing to expand its Frontline Stays program to the Philippines in partnership with the Philippine Disaster Resilience Foundation. The program was expected to roll out in April and aims to provide temporary accommodation for healthcare staff and other frontline workers.
2020
Airbnb secures a new $1 billion loan
Airbnb secured a new $1 billion loan on Tuesday, days after closing a separate $1 billion debt deal, according to the company and sources cited in the report.
2020
Airbnb announces updates for longer-term stays
Airbnb announced changes to its main landing page and new host features focused on longer-term stays; the landing-page change was planned for Thursday.
2020
Airbnb secures $1 billion investment
Airbnb secured $1 billion in investment, a mixture of debt and equity, to help it weather the Covid-19 crisis.
2020
Airbnb offers travel coupons for certain COVID-19 cancellations
After users criticized Airbnb over refunds for coronavirus-disrupted travel, the company said guests booking through June 1, 2020 who cancel and are not due a refund of the guest service fee would receive that fee as a travel coupon for a future trip.
2020
Airbnb launches $1 million design fund
Airbnb launched a $1 million fund to identify and help finance unconventional livable spaces through a global design competition.
2020
Airbnb announces $1 million Unique Airbnb Fund
Airbnb announced the Unique Airbnb Fund, a $1 million program to finance unconventional, unique and livable spaces around the world.
2020
Airbnb and Lithuania Travel sign a Baltics Experiences partnership
Airbnb and Lithuania Travel signed a partnership to promote tourism in the Baltics and create an Experiences marketplace featuring local-led activities. The article says Estonia and Latvia would add local tourism offers to the Airbnb platform as the initiative expands across the region.
2020
Airbnb sues Niido's parent company and NGD Homesharing
Airbnb filed a lawsuit against the company that owns Niido and NGD Homesharing, seeking to end its relationship with the defendants. The suit alleges breached contracts, back-dated documents, and that Niido's parent company siphoned at least $1 million from joint business interests without authorization.
2020
Airbnb and Bahamas National Trust announce Bahamas Sabbatical
Airbnb partnered with NGO Bahamas National Trust to announce a joint Bahamas Sabbatical. Five volunteers were planned to help with restoration work across three islands following Hurricane Dorian; the program was also designed to encourage travelers to return to the islands.
2020
Airbnb sues NGD Homesharing over alleged contract breaches
Airbnb filed a complaint against NGD Homesharing and its CEO alleging breach of contract, fraud, and related misconduct. Airbnb sought monetary damages and other relief; the claims are allegations in the complaint.
2020
Airbnb sues Newgard over branded-apartment partnership
Airbnb sued Newgard Development Group and Harvey Hernandez, alleging that they diverted funds invested in a planned Airbnb-branded apartment concept and engaged in fraud. Airbnb is seeking the return of its $11 million investment and to exit the contract; the allegations are claims in a lawsuit.
2020
Airbnb signs tourist-tax collection partnership with Vilnius
Airbnb signed a partnership to automatically collect tourism levies for stays booked in Vilnius and transfer them directly to the city on behalf of hosts and guests, with collection scheduled to begin on 1 February.