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With Super Bowl LVII set to take place on Feb. 12, vacation rental company Vrbo is implementing new technology that prevents renters from turning homes into party houses, the company said on Monday.
Vrbo said it’s been pilot testing technology in Phoenix, Arizona, that identifies and prevents bookings that would be used for house parties. So far, the Expedia-owned company said it prevented 500 “unauthorized event bookings” from taking place, saving hosts $2.5 million in party-related damages.
“Even though disruptive party houses are rare on Vrbo, addressing them is still a priority,” said Philip Minardi, director of public affairs at Expedia Group, in a press release. “By deploying this new solution and working closely with local hosts, Vrbo is preventing problematic behavior before it starts.”
Vrbo didn’t immediately respond to a request for additional comment.
