Airbnb bans mandatory chores for guests, igniting host backlash

Airbnb's AI Adoption Speeds Up Feature Development and Customer Support

Airbnb is rapidly adopting AI technology to build product features and improve customer support, with the company's CEO saying AI is helping it create features at a rapid rate and reducing the time from conceptualization to launch by 60%.

Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky to Establish AI Lab, Challenging OpenAI

Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky has announced plans to create a new AI lab, marking a significant shift in the competitive landscape of AI research and development.

WeRoad Raises $58M to Expand Group Travel Platform to the US

WeRoad, a Milan-based group travel startup, has raised $58 million in a Series C funding round led by Airbnb as it prepares to expand its platform to the US market.

Airbnb Expands into Hotels, Enhances AI-Powered Features for Hosts and Guests

Airbnb is introducing hotels to its platform, offering a price match guarantee, and enhancing AI-powered features for hosts and guests, including a tool that compares properties in your wishlist and shows AI-generated summaries.

Uber Bets on Super App Ambitions to Revitalize Its Growth

Uber's latest moves aim to make its app a one-stop shop for users, but the company faces stiff competition and a skeptical Wall Street.

Airbnb Sees Major AI Adoption, But Challenges Remain

Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky revealed that AI tools have written 60% of the company's new code in Q1 2026, but acknowledged difficulties in implementing AI in the travel and e-commerce spaces.

Airbnb Co-Founder Joe Gebbia Brings Design Expertise to U.S. Government's Online Presence

Joe Gebbia, co-founder of Airbnb, has joined the U.S. National Design Studio, a Trump initiative, to improve the government's online presence. Peter Arnell, a renowned designer, has been hired as the first U.S. chief brand architect.