Spokane Bans Rent-Increasing Algorithms
Update: 2025-12-05
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Spokane joins cities like Seattle, San Francisco, and Minneapolis in banning algorithmic software used by landlords to coordinate rent increases, potentially violating antitrust laws. The software, used by companies like RealPage, has faced scrutiny and lawsuits for its role in inflating rents. The Spokane City Council approved the ban, with some council members suggesting state-level regulations would be more appropriate.
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