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Airbnb Sued Over Wildfire Price Gouging | Spokane News
Los Angeles is suing Airbnb over alleged price gouging during devastating January 2025 wildfires, claiming the platform violated state emergency laws by enabling steep rent hikes on over 2,600 listings—even though hosts set prices. Airbnb counters with $30M in fire relief contributions and free housing for 24,000 displaced residents, while the city targets its “Smart Pricing” algorithm. With the governor’s emergency still active and a judge allowing the case to move forward, this landmark lawsuit could reshape how tech platforms handle pricing in crises. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a…
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