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Hospitable automates lodging tax compliance across all 50 US states
Reading Time: < 1 minuteUS: Hospitable has launched automated lodging tax compliance across all 50 US states, becoming the first property management system to automate the registration, calculation, filing and remittance of lodging taxes nationwide.
Beyond expands AI offering with revenue management tools
Reading Time: < 1 minuteUS: Revenue management platform Beyond has launched a suite of AI-powered tools designed to help automate pricing, optimise listings and streamline operations.
Salt Lake City introduces first short-term rental licensing scheme
Reading Time: 2 minutesUS: Salt Lake City will introduce its first licensing framework for short-term rentals from 1 July, bringing new operating requirements for Airbnb and Vrbo hosts across the city.
Airbnb pushes back on proposed Sydney short-term rental restrictions
Reading Time: < 1 minuteAustralia: Airbnb has opposed proposals by the City of Sydney to tighten short-term rental regulations, as councillors explore measures aimed at easing pressure on the city’s housing supply.
Airbnb and Airbnb.org partner with Caribbean agencies ahead of hurricane season
Reading Time: < 1 minuteUS/Caribbean: Airbnb and Airbnb.org have announced partnerships with Caribbean disaster management organisations to strengthen emergency housing support and community preparedness ahead of the 2026 hurricane season.
World Cup sparks debate over short-term rentals in US host cities
Reading Time: 2 minutesUS: Cities across the United States hosting FIFA World Cup matches are facing growing pressure over short-term rental rules as Airbnb pushes for more accommodation options ahead of the tournament.
AirDNA forecasts stronger Airbnb ADR growth in Q2
Reading Time: < 1 minuteUS: AirDNA data suggests Airbnb could outperform revenue expectations in the second quarter, driven by stronger-than-expected average daily rates (ADR).
Airbnb’s Chesky to launch AI company
Reading Time: 2 minutesUS: Airbnb chief executive Brian Chesky is planning to launch a new artificial intelligence venture, marking his first major move into the rapidly growing AI industry while continuing to lead the accommodation platform.
Research shows disparity between the safety of holiday rental platforms
Reading Time: 2 minutesUK: With more travellers opting for staycations in the UK, new research from Schofields Insurance reveals significant discrepancies in fraud protection between the most popular holiday rental sites.
London council leader calls for crackdown on 90-day rule abuse
Reading Time: < 1 minuteUK: Paul Swaddle, the leader of Westminster City Council, has written to Airbnb and Booking.com urging them to take stronger action against unlawful short-term rental across London.