Airbnb has more than 4 million hosts managing accommodations and experiences on its platform. Now, as it looks to drive more bookings, it’s on the hunt for more.

Co-hosts can greet guests when they arrive, as well as handle issues and any inquiries that arise during the stay. Airbnb plans to connect hosts to co-hosts, Mertz said. Using AI for Host Support ...

Airbnb started out with all mom-and-pop hosts, but now big firms are eyeing it as a money-maker. Private-equity giant TPG recently started to buy up Florida homes to offer as short-term rentals.

However, Airbnb also believes the network will assist current hosts in increasing their hosting capacity. After conducting a recent survey, 40% of current hosts said they would host more if they ...

Home sharing company Airbnb Inc. said it will give $250 million to hosts on its platform who have lost money from coronavirus-related cancellations at their properties. The start-up, whose plans ...