Monday, April 20, 2026Global tech, startups & capital — covered for Africans.
Global lodging empire that pivoted from renting air mattresses.
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Airbnb is a company that pivoted from renting air mattresses to become a global lodging empire. Its rise coincided with the 2008 financial crisis when people were looking for affordable travel options and homeowners were eager to earn extra income. The company's success came from being willing to adapt and change course when necessary.
