Airbnb Uses AI to Restrict Halloween Party Houses

Airbnb is using AI and machine learning to restrict some short-term whole home rentals ahead of Halloween to deter party houses.

The system looks at factors like trip length, distance to listing, and last-minute bookings.

Guests must confirm Airbnb's party ban policy.

In 2022, Airbnb deterred 1,500 bookings in Austin and 11,000 across Texas compared to 2021.

Airbnb saw fewer disruptive parties over Halloween 2022 after implementing restrictions.