TED: How Airbnb designs for trust | Joe Gebbia

The transcript narrates the journey of creating Airbnb, starting from a personal experience of hosting a stranger, which led to the idea of Airbed and Breakfast. It explores the challenges of building trust in a platform where strangers share personal spaces. The narrative highlights the importance of design in overcoming biases and fostering trust. It also delves into the concept of the sharing economy, emphasizing human connection and community. The story illustrates how design and reputation systems can transform social interactions and create new economic opportunities.

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