[cylemons]

I dont see how network effects applies to Uber/Airbnb because nothing stops drivers/hosts from listing their property in multiple such apps

[matusp]

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]

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]

Do you understand network effects? It’s not hand cuffs. I can also sell my rare baseball cards outside of ebay. But…