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AI firms accounts for a fifth of Q2 Central London office uptake | AI PropTech News

AI firms accounts for a fifth of Q2 Central London office uptake

Research by Avison Young shows AI firms have recorded a strong uptake in central London office take for Q2 2026.
Byit launches AI powered tools | AI PropTech News

Byit expands into the UAE

Byit announces its expansion into the UAE alongside the launch of a new suite of AI powered solutions. 
Tim Stephen, Head of Europe, Real Estate at VerbaFlo | AI PropTech News

VerbaFlo appoints Head of Europe, Real Estate

The new appointment, who carries over 20 years’ experience in the property sectors, will lead VerbaFlo’s European growth strategy.
Image credit: Anthropic | AI PropTech News

Anthropic overtakes OpenAI with groundbreaking valuation

Anthropic valuation is now higher than its main competitor, OpenAI, according to share sales on secondary markets.
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Development & Construction

The Assembly Place set to launch AI-powered co-living hub

The Assembly Place is set to launch Singapore’s first AI-powered smart co-living hub in the Geylang district.

Platform 37 and The AI Exchange: new spaces for AI innovation 

Landmark King’s Cross building Platform 37 and The AI Exchange in London is named after a breakthrough moment in AI research.

AUAR wins ULI PropTech Innovation Challenge 2025

Automated Architecture is named European winner of ULI’s PropTech Innovation Challenge for its AI-led timber housing platform.

Prophetic powers D.R. Horton’s AI-driven land acquisition

Prophetic secures nationwide rollout with D.R. Horton, using AI to speed land decisions and support faster housing development across the United States.

NavLive selects NVIDIA Jetson Orin NX to power AI construction scanner

Edge AI system-on-module brings on-device SLAM and computer vision to handheld construction scanning.

Smart Buildings & Facilities Management

Investment & Market Trends

Truelist acquired by Mainstay to expand AI real estate 

The acquisition is set to expand AI-powered tools across the residential property market.

Facilo raises funds and acquires AI valuation firm Collavit

The funds will support AI development, strengthen Facilo’s organisation, and expand its product lineup.

Emerging Tech & Innovation

Zown launches real estate app

The app will enable eligible Canadians to earn rewards on their monthly rent that can be used toward the future purchase of a home.

PMS Hospitable to offer native Split Payouts 

Hospitable is the first property management software to offer Split Payouts natively. 

e4 Strategic launches VERSA Convey 

e4 Strategic's launch is expected to support the next phase of the Government's home buying reform.

Prop Bot transforms property searching

AI-powered property platform PropPlace.my aims to bring search, comparison, agent contact and market context into one workflow.

E-House Xiao Xin launches full public beta access

The AI real estate agent can facilitate direct communication, book house viewings, and answer housing questions.

Dubai Land Department to broaden the use of AI

The expansion will be aimed at real estate services and operations, with specialised educational and professional pathways.

Leadership

Propoly highlights AI’s impact areas for real estate

Propoly identifies several areas where the impact of AI on the property industry is already progressing.

Why does AI matter for Singapore commercial real estate?

Cushman & Wakefield provide insights on AI's impact on Singapore's office real estate - namely commercial property sectors.

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Transactions & Brokerage

Huspy acquires LuxuryX in strategic expansion

In addition to the acquisition, Huspy will be extending its investment in AI-native real estate technology.

Brokurz acquires MLS Ingest 

The acquisition is set to bring foundational MLS data infrastructure into its growing AI operating system for real estate.

BGRE lets to an AI firm at The Gilbert 

The AI firm will be located at The Gilbert office scheme in London.

Altus Group to sell its Development Advisory business 

The transaction to sell its Development Advisory business is expected to close later this year.

Research

Data & Analytics

Grotto AI helps Hillpointe reduce new hire ramp time

Data from the partnership shows Grotto has helped take new hires up to speed, improve conversion and identify leasing opportunities.

Fyma and GAA Living target Build to Rent data gap

Fyma and GAA Living have formed a strategic partnership to bridge data gaps across the UK’s Build to Rent sector.

Alfred announces the launch of Arqline

Alfred introduces Arqline, unified national operating platform built to deliver stronger performance across multifamily and BTR portfolios.

Property shares dip amid AI fears 

Property shares drop as investors question long-term agency margins, betting AI automation will change real estate business models.

Optiml and Scaler delivers intelligence for institutional portfolios

Optiml and Scaler collaborate to connect real estate data infrastructure with institutional-grade decision intelligence.

Key Data launches Dex AI to turn STR analytics into daily performance actions

Key Data launches Dex AI, an AI-powered analytics tool helping short-term rental managers turn performance data into daily actions.