Airbnb

The company says it is complying with the country's regulations

When Airbnb's founders tell their origin story, they often go back to the moment in 2009 when Paul Graham, head of startup incubator Y Combinator, gave them four crucial words of advice. At the time,...

Shoe shopping. Frozen yogurt tasting. An evening at the ballet. If this sounds like your perfect day in New York City, then you're probably a kindred spirit to Sarah Jessica Parker, because that's exactly the...

Harvey could be the strongest storm to hit the U.S. in over a decade

"One word says it all. Asian," the host had said in a text

There is now a cottage industry of short-term-rental start-ups, whether started before or after Airbnb. The category includes dozens of other companies: Roomorama, Love Home Swap, Stay Al­fred, and many more. Some were scooped up...