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Toronto Summit Demo Night Winner Offers Competitive Concrete Alternative
Nine promising startups, all serving the wider construction industry in some capacity, took center stage during BuiltWorlds’ recent Toronto Summit in a Demo Night competition that showcased compelling pitches, innovative technologies, and impressive go-to-market and growth strategies. While the roster of participating companies each provided evidence of pronounced market potential, […]
3 Key Takeaways from BuiltWorlds’ 2024 AI/ML Preparedness Introductory Research Report
As technological innovations continue to evolve, AI is increasingly being integrated into various aspects of construction and building technology. BuiltWorlds’ 2024 AI/ML Preparedness Introductory Research Report provides a snapshot of AI’s growing presence in the industry and offers valuable insights into how companies are starting to leverage this game-changing technology. […]
Startup Sitewire Aims to Speed Lag from Inspection to Payment
Bias and inconsistencies in the construction inspection process are nothing new, with borrowers sometimes receiving a fraction of what was requested when the work is evaluated unfairly. More common are the persistent delays in funding from inefficient inspections of completed work. Fintech startup Sitewire aims to ameliorate both issues with […]
How Autonomous Equipment Is Reshaping Global Infrastructure Construction
As the construction industry faces increasing demands for efficiency and precision, autonomous equipment is becoming a game-changer in global infrastructure projects. From enhancing the accuracy of concrete placement in complex tunnels to revolutionizing excavation in urban settings, and extending capabilities to underwater construction, these advanced technologies are reshaping how infrastructure […]
3 Key Takeaways from BuiltWorlds’ 2024 Offsite Construction Report
The construction industry, not known for rapid change, is gradually adopting offsite construction as a viable delivery model for commercial and residential applications alike. Specifically, this delivery model has proved useful in several areas where time, cost, or site-specific challenges demand efficient and flexible building solutions. BuiltWorlds’ 2024 Offsite Construction […]
What is Physical AI?
While artificial intelligence and machine learning technology are still new concepts, the majority of us now have at least a loose understanding of what that technology entails. However, how many people have heard of physical AI? I know I hadn’t before stumbling upon this Forbes article with Nvidia CEO Jensen […]
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