Italy is considering new nationwide regulations while Penang in Malaysia recently introduced a ban.
Around the world, countries are cracking down on Airbnb.
The popular platform, which enables people to rent out their homes or spare rooms to tourists, has been accused of inflating house prices, pushing out locals, straining resources and fuelling overtourism.
From Europe to the US, cities have started to place restrictions on short-term rentals in order to counteract this.
Last week, Florence in Italy announced a ban on new Airbnb listings and other short-term holiday rentals in its historic city centre. The country is now considering tightening rules nationwide.
It’s not the only destination to put its foot
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