Know What's Happening in PropTech
Know What's Happening in PropTech
Modular construction is set to surpass $200 billion globally by 2030, reshaping industrial building practices with faster schedules and reduced waste. While residential projects have already embraced the method, large‑scale industrial applications such as airport terminals are exposing new liability, logistics, and intellectual‑property challenges. Standard AIA and ConsensusDocs forms provide a baseline, but they lack provisions for off‑site inspections, transport risks, and multijurisdictional compliance. Recent regulatory updates and high‑profile disputes underscore the urgency for customized contractual language.
Israel is reviewing its 50‑year‑old building construction regulations to accommodate 3‑D concrete printing (3DCP). The push follows exposure to advanced construction tech at the World of Concrete expo and a severe labor shortage caused by the Gaza conflict. Officials argue...
CBRE projects a 24% compound annual growth rate for Europe’s hyperscaler self‑build data centre segment, reflecting surging AI workloads and expanding cloud services. The forecast signals a rapid acceleration of capacity construction by the likes of Amazon, Microsoft, and Google...
Modern Mill’s ACRE composite, launched in 2020, blends 50 % up‑cycled rice hulls with PVC resin to create wood‑like profiles for siding, decking, trim and other non‑structural applications. The material cuts, feels and stains like wood while offering water resistance, rot...
At GeoBuiz Summit 2026, Bentley Systems’ Chief Platform Officer Patrick Cozzi outlined how AI, automation and digital twins are reshaping infrastructure engineering. He highlighted AI‑assisted design, reality capture and full‑lifecycle twins as tools to combat aging assets, talent gaps and...
Westfield, Massachusetts partnered with Siemens to retrofit 18 municipal and school buildings, avoiding demolition of historic structures. The $40 million program focused on replacing aging steam boilers, installing high‑efficiency HVAC, and deploying a city‑wide energy management system. Upgrades cost $14 million for...
Funnel, the AI‑driven CRM for multifamily operators, completed the world’s first rent payment inside ChatGPT in partnership with BH Management, which oversees over 93,000 units. The transaction leveraged Funnel’s existing Resident Portal workflows, requiring no new software integrations. This proof‑of‑concept...
Hexagon Multivista has integrated its Analyze deviation‑detection service with Revizto’s BIM collaboration platform, enabling users to push clash and deviation data directly into Revizto’s issue log. The workflow lets project managers select individual or grouped deviations from reality‑capture scans and...
Higher education institutions are curbing new construction as budgets tighten, redirecting capital toward renovating and repurposing existing campus assets. A 2023 report shows a 26% year‑over‑year increase in strategic investment for existing facilities, while some universities project capital budgets shrinking...
Shiji announced that its cloud‑native Daylight PMS now integrates directly with FLYR Hospitality’s AI‑first commercial optimization platform. The connection lets hotel groups automate pricing, forecasting and performance analytics within their existing PMS, replacing manual spreadsheet workflows. FLYR’s Optimize and Insights...
At AHR Expo 2026, SES Consulting’s Brad White and Cochrane Supply’s Jacob Fenley tested generative AI on real building data. ChatGPT matched 80% of recommissioning measures but hallucinated equipment specs, while Gemini accurately extracted data from photos, PDFs, and handwritten...
Boston’s Office of Emerging Technology has launched the Curb Lab, a cross‑department effort that uses artificial intelligence and open‑data assets to produce a live, citywide digital map of curb‑side parking rules. The initiative builds on a three‑year asset‑management platform and...
The AHR Expo 2026 in Las Vegas underscored a rapid shift in the HVAC and building‑automation sector toward fully connected, AI‑enhanced ecosystems. Thousands of manufacturers and tech startups showcased solutions that move beyond simple automation to cloud‑native, data‑driven intelligence. A...
Omni Hotels & Resorts announced it will integrate Canary Technologies’ Guest Experience Platform across its portfolio. The rollout includes AI‑powered Guest Messaging via SMS, WhatsApp and 100+ languages, plus a mobile‑friendly Digital Compendium that consolidates property information. The partnership aims...
Swiss researchers at Empa have demonstrated a novel bridge‑deck strengthening technique that embeds heat‑activated iron‑based shape memory alloy (Fe‑SMA) bars within an ultra‑high‑performance fibre‑reinforced concrete (UHPFRC) overlay. Laboratory and large‑scale tests on 5 m cantilever slabs showed that the Fe‑SMA/UHPFRC system...
7 Steel UK is scaling a fully domestic, circular steel model that turns the UK’s 8 Mt of annual scrap into low‑carbon billets using an electric arc furnace. By keeping scrap in‑country, the company shortens supply chains, boosts material traceability and cuts embodied...
London‑based nHabit has entered the property‑portal arena with an AI‑driven rental matchmaking platform. It offers a free tier of up to three active listings and a pay‑as‑you‑go price starting at £10 per listing, with volume discounts and no lock‑in contracts....
The Conveyancing Association’s 25th‑anniversary conference highlighted a rapid digital transformation in conveyancing, with industry leaders predicting acceleration through 2026. Speakers noted that digital tools now exist to improve transparency and transaction speed, but their impact hinges on coordinated action across...
The Multifamily Collective’s daily tip highlights that most operational initiatives falter because employees don’t adopt new tools, not because the tools are flawed. Effective change management begins by clearly communicating the rationale behind each change and involving staff early in...
The article highlights that standard HVAC systems are inadequate for removing viral plumes in office buildings and proposes modern solutions such as improved filtration, ionization, and especially thermal destratification to dilute and disperse airborne viruses. It explains that viral particles...
Rightmove announced a 50% jump in valuation leads in January 2026 compared with the same month in 2025. The increase stems from the launch of its Online Agent Valuation product and AI upgrades to existing tools. The expanded suite—including Rightmove Discover,...
Opendoor reported Q4 2025 revenue of $736 million, a 33% drop from the previous year, while net loss ballooned to $1.1 billion, nearly ten times the prior period. New CEO Kaz Nejatian, who took over in September, outlined “Opendoor 2.0” and pledged transparency,...
AIIC Group increased its ownership of home‑moving platform SlothMove from 50% to 92%, accelerating technology upgrades and B2B partnership expansion. SlothMove now supports over 75,000 UK movers, cutting administrative time by 15 hours per move for a £30 fee. Proptech...
Kanen Wealth Management disclosed a $14.36 million purchase of 1,573,950 Compass shares in its Q4 2025 filing, lifting its holding to 20.5% of the firm’s $329.38 million assets under management. The transaction pushed the value of Kanen’s Compass stake to $67.59 million, reflecting both...
Ownwell announced a $50 million Series B financing, bringing its total capital to $74 million. The round includes $30 million in equity led by Alpha Edison and Mercato Partners, with participation from Intuit Ventures and other investors, plus $20 million in debt from Western Alliance...
World Liberty Financial announced the tokenization of loan revenue from the Trump International Hotel & Resort in the Maldives, marking the first project in a broader on‑chain real‑estate strategy. The initiative is being built with real‑estate developer DarGlobal and tokenization...
CoStar Group confirmed a new round of layoffs while unveiling its Homes AI feature, a tool that blends Microsoft Azure models with the company’s property data. The cuts, reported to affect photo, video, and content teams tied to Homes.com, come...
Property‑tech companies secured roughly $1.7 billion in January 2026, a 176 % jump from the same month a year earlier. The average deal size more than doubled to about $34 million, reflecting a shift toward larger, later‑stage rounds. Generative AI is identified as...
Grotto AI announced a $10 million seed round led by ICONIQ to tackle multifamily housing vacancy, a problem estimated to cost $500 billion in lost value. The startup’s AI platform provides real‑time coaching to leasing agents, analyzing conversations to improve rapport and...
In this episode, Antti Pukema of Sitedrive discusses moving beyond traditional Gantt chart scheduling to a flow‑based production approach that integrates CPM, Takt, and Last Planner systems into a single "one schedule". He explains how this methodology eliminates idle "white...
Zutec has launched Building AI, an AI‑enhanced layer for its Building Document Management platform, now in beta. The tool lets asset owners query documents, asset registers and warranties, delivering instant, citation‑backed answers while keeping data within a secure, governed environment....
Ownwell, an AI‑driven property‑tax appeal startup, closed a $50 million Series B round—$30 million in equity and $20 million in debt—bringing its total equity funding to $54 million since 2020. The company now serves over 500,000 residential and commercial owners across 12 states, having processed...
Keltbray has partnered with upskilling platform Multiverse to enroll 25 employees in Level 3 AI‑Powered Productivity and Data & Insights courses. The training focuses on generative AI tools such as Microsoft 365 Copilot and on turning raw data into actionable business insights. Keltbray...
MCR Property Group has unveiled Flow Student, a purpose‑built student accommodation platform valued at £360 million in gross development value. The platform currently operates roughly 6,000 beds across six UK cities and aims to reach 15,000 beds – a £1 billion portfolio...
The PROPTECH-X London PropTech Show will take place on 24-25 March 2026 at ExCeL London. With nearly 80% of exhibition space already booked, only a handful of booths remain for new exhibitors. The event attracts senior real‑estate and technology firms...
In this episode, Shahar Goldboim, co‑founder and CEO of Boom, explains why short‑term rentals (STRs) are the most complex asset class and how fragmented software tools trap hosts in a review‑driven revenue loop. He describes the genesis of Boom—a Business‑as‑Software...
The City of London Corporation unveiled a CGI rendering that visualises the Square Mile’s skyline in six years, incorporating every building granted planning permission or already under construction. The visual reflects a record year of approvals in 2025, with more...
Building automation professionals face recurring failures when Energy Recovery Unit (ERU) control logic is tied to proprietary tools, especially during platform migrations or retro‑commissioning. The article proposes a commissioning‑centric, cross‑platform architecture that abstracts control intent into five distinct layers, from...
International Training Institute (ITI) partnered with Interplay Learning to deliver VR‑based apprenticeship training across SMART JATC facilities nationwide. The immersive simulations enable small training centers, some with as few as ten apprentices, to provide hands‑on experience comparable to large labs....
Facilities management is often labeled a cost center, limiting its strategic influence. Maureen Roskoski argues that reframing FM as a risk‑management function can shift executive perception and unlock needed resources. She emphasizes distilling massive operational data into clear business outcomes...
Municipalities across the United States are committing substantial capital to modernize public libraries, positioning them as multifunctional civic anchors. Projects range from a $35 million expansion in La Mesa, California, to a $49 million, 45,000‑sq‑ft new facility in Gallup, New Mexico, each...
Modern conveyancing now involves extensive behind‑the‑scenes work that extends beyond the legal milestones agents typically see. Pre‑exchange depends on continuous identity, sanctions and source‑of‑funds checks, while lender criteria evolve throughout the deal. Conveyancers act for both buyer and lender, adhering...
The Negotiator article urges estate agencies to integrate pay‑per‑click (PPC) advertising with search engine optimisation (SEO), arguing that combined data and testing can sharpen messaging, boost keyword intelligence, and stretch limited budgets. It highlights rapid ad‑copy testing via PPC, leveraging...
Labour MP Rachel Blake has forced a Commons debate using the Ten Minute Rule to demand tighter tracking of short‑term lets in London. She argues that the existing 90‑night annual cap is ineffective because councils cannot verify rental frequency, and...
Oregon's Residential and Manufactured Structures Board approved updates to the state residential energy code, requiring new homes to install energy‑efficient heat pumps instead of traditional ducted air‑conditioning. The code change is projected to save homeowners about $125 per month, or...
The article argues that while automation can scale multifamily property operations, human judgment remains essential for handling nuance, edge cases, and unpredictable behavior. Operators must balance trusting automated systems with overriding them when necessary. Technology should amplify good decisions rather...
Wealthy UK investors are increasingly allocating capital to buy‑to‑let property despite higher stamp duty, with 35 % of those holding over £2.5 million owning rental assets. After exhausting ISA and pension allowances, they turn to tax‑advantaged vehicles like VCTs and EIS, which...
Research from SafeDeposits Scotland shows the share of Scottish rental homes that remain in the private rented sector after being sold nearly doubled, rising to 17% in 2025 from 9% in 2024. At the same time, 57% of sold rentals...
OneKey MLS, serving over 43,000 members in the NYC and Long Island area, has partnered with Broker Public Portal (BPP) to power home search on OneKeyMLS.com, extending BPP’s Cribio.com consumer portal into a prime market. BPP, which launched Cribio in...
Opendoor reported $1.6 billion revenue for the quarter and posted its first adjusted EBITDA profit in three years, $23 million, driven by wider offer spreads and pre‑spring acquisition timing. The company completed a full rollout of its agent‑driven platform, which is delivering...
