The Construction Industry at a Glance: Shutdown Stops the Flow of Data
The government shutdown has halted the flow of key economic data, including new releases of construction employment, unemployment, job openings, and spending data. However, data from Dodge Construction Network continues to give us some insight into how the industry is likely to fair in the coming months and years.
While static […]
2025 Venture West Video Sessions Playlist
The 2025 BuiltWorlds Venture West Conference brought together corporate leaders, innovators and investors at the heart of the built environment’s digital transformation. Gathering in San Francisco, Calif., industry leaders had the chance to witness technological advancements and trends in built world investments happening in and around Silicon Valley, as well […]
Tokyo Global Summit 2025: Behind the Scenes of Japan’s Boldest Infrastructure and Innovation Projects
When leaders from across the AECO ecosystem gather in Tokyo this fall for the BuiltWorlds Tokyo Global Summit, they won’t just be discussing the future of the built world in meeting rooms. Beyond the panels, demo competitions, and networking, attendees will gain access to some of Japan’s most ambitious infrastructure […]
BuiltWorlds Data Shows Venture Activity in the Built Environment Centering on AI
Venture activity in the built environment saw significant year-over-year increases during this year’s second quarter, largely driven by sustained popularity in artificial intelligence-powered technologies in the sector. Of the 159 AEC industry venture deals recorded in Q2, 110 (or nearly 70%) involved startups identified as AI/ML-driven, according to BuiltWorlds’ latest […]
Venture Capitalists to “Reverse Pitch” at Venture East 2025
What happens when venture funds take to the stage to pitch themselves to startups instead of the other way around? We’re flipping the script at this year’s BuiltWorlds Venture East, happening November 19-20, 2025 in Boston, Mass., giving four venture and corporate venture capitalists the spotlight to present their platforms, […]
Reviving Rail Infrastructure: Q&A With Former Federal Railroad Administrator Amit Bose
In January of this year, Amit Bose, after nearly 20 years in the transportation sector, including four years serving as Administrator of the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA), stepped down to take a much deserved break. He’s spent the last nine months resting and catching up with family. Appointed Administrator under […]
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