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How AirBNB took over the world

Graham Watson

7th May 2019

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This article is a fascinating look at the growth of Airbnb, a massive part of the digital economy, looking at its benefits, and the costs that it imposes on local communities. There intriguing arguments to consider here - in relation to economic and social matters.

How Airbnb took over the world https://t.co/bVsai04yZG
— The Guardian (@guardian) May 5, 2019

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Graham Watson

Graham Watson has taught Economics for over twenty years. He contributes to Tutor2U, reads voraciously and is interested in all aspects of Teaching and Learning.

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