But this policy may struggle to address the camera problem at large, as the company has already required hosts to disclose the indoor cameras, and guests have sometimes reported hidden and undisclosed cameras.

The new rules also require hosts to disclose to guests whether they are using noise decibel monitors or outdoor cameras before guests book.

“This just emphasizes the fact that surveillance always gives a huge amount of power to whoever controls the camera system,” says Fox Cahn. “When it’s used in a property you’re renting, whether it’s a landlord or an Airbnb, it’s ripe for abuse.”

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    3 months ago

    Of they want to be a hotel, they need to do the work that entails.

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      I paid $3500 for a weekend at a 4 bedroom condo in a little christmas town. Took an hour to complete the bullshit list. I mean the condo was modern and pretty nice, but fuckif i’ll ever do that again.

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        3500 for a weekend is completely nutshit crazy?? You could have a nine star hotel with blackjack & hookers for that price.

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          Normally $300-500 for a roach hotel during christmas time. Condo was 2000sqf 5 bedroom for a family vacation. No where was it state about a damn chore list. Now ill just stay in the hotels.