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technology1 year ago•3 min saved

"Airbnb Prohibits Indoor Security Cameras in Rentals"

Airbnb has officially banned the use of indoor security cameras at its rental listings worldwide, following criticism and reports of hidden cameras. The change, effective April 30, aims to prioritize user privacy and will require hosts to disclose any outdoor cameras. The company stated that the majority of its listings do not have security cameras, and the ban will likely only affect a small portion of rentals. Competitor VRBO has already prohibited internal cameras since 2022.

via HuffPost|

#airbnb #privacy #rental-listings

crime-and-legal2 years ago•3 min saved

"Real Estate Duo Indicted in $8.5M Nationwide Airbnb, Vrbo Scam"

Denver resident Shaunik Raheja and Miami resident Shray Goel have been indicted on federal fraud charges for orchestrating an $8.5 million vacation rental scam on Airbnb and Vrbo. The scheme involved double-booking properties, providing inferior accommodations, and discriminating against guests based on race. The fraudulent activities spanned across 10 states, involving over 10,000 reservations and nearly 100 properties. The defendants face charges of conspiracy to commit wire fraud and multiple counts of wire fraud, with potential penalties of up to 20 years in prison. Additionally, Goel faces charges of aggravated identity theft. The FBI and other agencies are leading the investigation, while Airbnb has taken steps to combat such fraud with AI and identity verification measures.

via The Denver Post|

##airbnb #crime-and-legal

crime-and-legal2 years ago•2 min saved

"Real Estate 'Visionary' Among Two Charged in Multistate $8.5M Airbnb and Vrbo Scam"

Shray Goel and Shaunik Raheja have been indicted on charges of wire fraud and conspiracy after allegedly scamming over $8.5 million from Airbnb and Vrbo through a "double-booking, bait-and-switch scam" involving over 10,000 reservations across 10 states. The scheme involved creating fake listings, canceling on guests last minute, and rerouting them to inferior accommodations, sometimes based on racial discrimination. Goel faces additional charges of aggravated identity theft. Both Airbnb and Vrbo were defrauded in the process, with the companies and numerous customers falling victim to the scam.

via NBC News|

##airbnbscam #crime-and-legal

technology2 years ago•2 min saved

"Unveiling the Truth: Uncovering Hidden Cameras in Airbnbs"

Vacation rental platforms like Airbnb and Vrbo have rules regarding the use of security cameras in rented properties. While Airbnb allows hosts to install cameras in certain areas as long as they are disclosed and not in private spaces, Vrbo strictly prohibits cameras inside properties. Despite these rules, incidents of hidden cameras being discovered occasionally go viral on social media. Experts suggest checking for hidden cameras by shining a light inside items with holes, such as smoke detectors or air conditioning vents, and looking for bluish reflections. Other tips include covering peepholes, disconnecting the rental's wifi, and using smartphone apps like Fing to scan for hidden cameras.

via WJW FOX 8 News Cleveland|

#airbnb #hidden-cameras #privacy

politics2 years ago•1 min saved

Dallas City Council Implements Ban on Short-Term Rentals in Single-Family Areas.

The Dallas City Council has voted to ban short-term rentals, such as Airbnb and Vrbo, from neighborhoods with single-family homes, while still allowing them in multi-family dwellings and commercial zones. The new rules will require rental properties to register with the city each year and pay the same taxes and fees as hotels. The regulations will also limit the number of occupants to 12 and require properties to follow noise restrictions. Enforcement of the new regulations will begin in December, and currently-operating short-term rentals will not be exempt from the new rules.

via FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort Worth|

#airbnb #dallas #politics