Airbnb announces steps to address discrimination

The popular home-rental service Airbnb has announced changes to address complaints of discrimination, especially from African-American customers.

CEO Brian Chesky released a statement in which he acknowledged the firm has been slow in responding to the issue.

US Correspondent Mary MacCarthy reports:

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