Airbnb is rolling out new screening tools to stop parties


Airbnb said the screening system that it is rolling out for listings in the United States and Canada has been tested since last October in parts of Australia, where it produced a 35% drop in unauthorised parties. — AP

SAN FRANCISCO: Airbnb says it will use new methods to spot and block people who try to use the short-term rental service to throw a party.

The company said on Aug 16 it has introduced technology that examines the would-be renter’s history on Airbnb, how far they live from the home they want to rent, whether they’re renting for a weekday or weekend, and other factors.

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