Autodesk University in Nashville Announces Expo and Construction Technology Program
Nashville, September 7, 2025 News Summary Autodesk University will host a multi-day Expo in Nashville that focuses on construction workflows, digital delivery and integration of emerging tools. The program highlights Autodesk Construction Cloud use cases, BIM‑to‑GIS workflows, geotechnical integrations, data migration strategies, automation and data-driven reporting with Power BI. Attendees can explore hands‑on AutoCAD labs, case […]
Architectural Services Market Set to Nearly Double as Digital and Sustainable Practices Accelerate
Global, September 7, 2025 News Summary The global architectural services market is valued at approximately USD 184.1 billion and is forecast to reach roughly USD 330.1 billion, implying a 7.57% compound annual growth rate over the forecast period. Growth is driven by urbanization, broad infrastructure programs and rising demand for sustainable, net‑zero design. The sector is […]
LightYX Secures $11M Series A to Scale Laser Projection for Construction
Tel Aviv, September 7, 2025 News Summary LightYX, a Tel Aviv–based construction technology startup, closed an $11 million Series A round led by NOVA by Saint‑Gobain, supported by multiple investors and prior government grants totaling $3.3 million. The financing will accelerate U.S. expansion, European partnerships, product development and manufacturing for its electro‑optical laser projection system that […]
California utilities race to bury power lines to cut wildfire risk
California, September 6, 2025 News Summary Major investor-owned utilities in California are accelerating programs to place neighborhood distribution lines underground to reduce wildfire ignitions and improve grid resiliency. Projects range from targeted community rebuilds to long-term efforts costing billions, with per-mile estimates typically cited around $3–$5 million but varying widely by terrain and complexity. Regulators, lawmakers […]
Global architectural services market set to nearly double as digital tools and sustainability drive demand
Global, September 6, 2025 News Summary A new forecast finds the global architectural services sector expanding rapidly, with market value rising from USD 184.1 billion to an estimated USD 330.1 billion and a strong compound annual growth rate. Growth is driven by urbanisation, major infrastructure programmes and rising demand for sustainable building design and net-zero targets. […]
Nemetschek Acquires Firmus AI via Bluebeam to Add Drawing‑First AI to Construction Workflows
Munich, September 6, 2025 News Summary Nemetschek will acquire Firmus AI through its Bluebeam subsidiary to embed drawing‑first artificial intelligence into mainstream construction review and markup tools. Firmus’ AI-REVIEW™ and AI-MATCH™ read 2D PDF drawings to detect missing information, scope gaps and cross‑discipline inconsistencies, enabling automated markups, prioritized issue reporting and phase‑to‑phase comparisons. The integration aims […]
Construction Technology Shift Accelerates with Drones, 3D Printing and Data Centers
Boise, Idaho, September 6, 2025 News Summary The construction sector is moving from pilots to routine use of advanced tools as drones, large-scale 3D printing and data‑center builds reshape jobsites. Drones and AI deliver georeferenced models, thermal inspections and automated volumetrics for progress tracking and safety. Gantry and robotic 3D printers cut stages, reduce waste and […]
HappyRobot raises $44M to scale AI agent platform for logistics and supply chains
San Francisco, California, September 5, 2025 News Summary San Francisco-based HappyRobot closed a $44 million Series B led by Base10 Partners to accelerate growth of its AI-native operating system for logistics and supply chains. The funding will support hires in engineering, on-site consulting and sales with hiring focus in San Francisco and Madrid, advance product development, […]
Caliber 1 expands Building My Blueprint into year-round internship
Villa Rica, September 5, 2025 News Summary Villa Rica-based Caliber 1 Construction is expanding its Building My Blueprint internship into a year‑round program after hosting seven new interns and two returning students this summer. The change moves the program beyond a short summer cycle to provide continuous mentorship, rotational exposure across project management, site operations, and […]
Pave Finance Raises $14M to Accelerate AI Portfolio Platform Rollout
New York, September 5, 2025 News Summary Pave Finance closed a $14 million seed round that exceeded its initial target, securing additional capital to accelerate development and commercial rollout of its AI-powered portfolio management platform for wealth advisors. The funding will support enhanced AI and optimization capabilities, expanded trading and custody integrations, and scaling of operations […]