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technology1 year ago

"Airbnb's Ban on Indoor Cameras: Protecting Guest Privacy and Host Reactions"

Airbnb has banned indoor cameras in host properties, including in bedrooms and bathrooms, and will also require disclosure of outdoor cameras. Hosts who violate these rules could face property bans or account removal. In other news, Apple's AirPods Pro are on sale, Samsung's new Galaxy A55 is unremarkable, the FTC wants to make subscription cancellations easier, Microsoft is expected to unveil new Surface devices at an event on March 21, and NVIDIA is being sued over alleged copyright infringement related to its NeMo AI platform.

technology1 year ago

"Airbnb Implements Strict Ban on Indoor Security Cameras to Address Privacy Concerns"

Airbnb has banned the use of indoor security cameras at its properties worldwide, citing privacy concerns and a desire to prioritize the privacy of its community. The decision comes after consultation with guests, hosts, and privacy experts, and aims to simplify the policy on security cameras. While hosts can still use doorbell cameras and noise decibel monitors, they must disclose the presence and location of outdoor cameras before accepting bookings, and outdoor cameras cannot monitor indoor spaces or be installed in areas with a greater expectation of privacy. The revised policy will take effect from April 30.

technology1 year ago

Airbnb Implements Global Ban on Indoor Security Cameras

Airbnb has announced a ban on all indoor security cameras at properties worldwide, simplifying its policy to disallow any indoor cameras regardless of their location or prior disclosure. The change, set to take effect on April 30, aims to provide greater clarity and privacy for guests, with doorbell cameras and noise decibel monitors still permitted but requiring host notification. Violations of the new indoor camera ban could lead to listing removal or host account termination, and the decision was made in consultation with guests, hosts, and privacy experts.