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Airbnb

Online marketplace for short-term lodging and experiences

airbnb.com

Headquarters: San Francisco, United States
Founded year: 2007
Company type: Public company
Number of employees: 5,000–70,000

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Latest news about Airbnb

In short: Airbnb expanded its service offerings and faced diverse legal and regulatory challenges while preparing for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Company announcements

May 8 Airbnb

Airbnb reveals 2026 summer travel trends

Highlights playcations, rural escapes, Gen Z nostalgia destinations, and FIFA World Cup preparations. Short-haul US trips and global revivals dominate.

May 7 Airbnb

Airbnb anticipates FIFA World Cup 2026 as biggest hosting event

More guests booked than any prior event, majority listings under $500/night. Over 100,000 new homes listed in host cities.

May 7 Airbnb

Airbnb announces Q1 2026 results

Posts shareholder letter on Investor Relations website. Hosts webcast at 2:00 p.m. PT today.

May 5 Airbnb

Airbnb expands Delta partnership for miles on Experiences

SkyMiles Members earn 1 mile per $1 on Stays and 3 per $1 on Experiences and Services. Accounts connect for mile estimates.

Media coverage

Yesterday Chicago Sun-Times

Chicago sues Airbnb and a host company for alleged improper rentals

Airbnb was accused of profiting from those allegedly unlawful rentals rather than work with the city to ensure compliance with the Shared Housing Ordinance.

Yesterday MSN

More than a third of Philly Airbnb listings lack valid licenses

Despite Philadelphia's efforts to crack down on unlicensed short-term rentals, more than a third of the city's Airbnb listings still aren't properly licensed, per a...

Yesterday Orlando Sentinel

Family of victim in Kissimmee Airbnb triple homicide sues HOA

The accused killer, who lived next door to the short-term rental, has been indicted on three counts of first-degree murder.

Yesterday Law360

Airbnb Seeks Toss Of Calif.'s Wildfire Price-Gouging Suit - Law360

Airbnb Inc.'s counsel urged a California state court judge Monday to toss the Los Angeles city attorney's allegations that it price gouged Southern California residents...

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