Construction Dive’s August 2025 economic roundup

Backlog grew according to the latest data, fueled by infrastructure contracts and a wave of data center activity. But signs of stress are emerging beneath the surface. Input prices are still climbing due to recently imposed tariffs. More than 80% of contractors have received supplier notices of higher prices in recent weeks, according to Associated […]

Data and cost barriers blocking AI’s sustainable construction potential

In operation and maintenance, which accounts for the majority of research, IoT sensors and Digital Twins enable real-time monitoring of building systems. When coupled with AI, these technologies drive energy optimization, predictive maintenance, and occupant comfort strategies. Reinforcement learning and advanced neural networks are being applied to manage heating, cooling, and photovoltaic performance, while optimization […]

Fifth Wall Closes New $503 Million Fund, the Largest Real Estate Venture Capital Fund Raised to Date

With over $1 billion assets under management and more than 50 corporate strategic investors spanning 11 countries, Fifth Wall has assembled the largest consortium of real estate owners to invest in cutting edge startups and transform the global real estate industry. On July 17, 2019, Fifth Wall, the largest venture capital firm focused on technologies […]