The meteoric rise — and spectacular fall — of the Queen of Airbnb

Tech Insider : Economy
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Amid Tulsa's booming Airbnb market, Dani Widell claimed to have more listings than anyone.

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On a mild Tuesday evening in early 2022, some 150 people packed into the VFW hall in Tulsa to hear the Queen of Airbnb make her pitch.

The CEO of Airbnb wants you to charge less for your house

Tech Insider : Travel
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Your summer vacation could be cheaper this year

Tech Insider : Travel
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Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky (pictured here in 2016) emphasized the relative affordability his firm's accommodations offer.

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The 'Airbnbust' proves the Wild West days of online vacation rentals are over

Tech Insider : Economy, Politics, Travel
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Short-term rentals like those listed on Airbnb and Vrbo have never been in higher demand — or in greater supply. As the industry grows up, cities can no longer afford to take a hands-off approach.

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