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cylemons
3mo ago
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I dont see how network effects applies to Uber/Airbnb because nothing stops drivers/hosts from listing their property in multiple such apps
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matusp
3mo ago
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People continue using Airbnb because that's where the properties are listed. And owners keep listing properties because that's where the users are.
cylemons
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3mo ago
My point was that nothing stops hosts from listing their properties in AirBnb as well as a competitor. Unless AirBnb penalizes delisting or enforces price parity I guess?
enos_feedler
3mo ago
Do you understand network effects? It’s not hand cuffs. I can also sell my rare baseball cards outside of ebay. But…
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