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August 19, 2026

Proptech

RESAAS Services Inc. has launched a new integration with Databricks to help real estate firms harness the power of AI. The partnership allows enterprise clients to stream live referral and transaction data directly into the Databricks Lakehouse Platform. By combining market data with internal datasets, companies can now generate more accurate forecasts and automate complex workflows across both residential and commercial sectors.
Houston-based technology firm QSource Group Inc. has acquired AOE, a specialist platform in commercial property lease billing. Alongside the deal, the firm has introduced QTREN, a new digital system designed to centralise property management tasks. A pilot for the software will begin this July, focusing on commercial offices, with a wider roll-out across various property sectors planned for later in the year.
Facilio Inc. has been appointed by Charter Hall to digitise and centralise operations across its Australian office portfolio. Following a successful tender, the proptech firm will implement its Connected CMMS platform across more than 100 assets. The partnership aims to automate workflows, improve compliance and enhance vendor management. This shift replaces manual reporting with real-time data to drive efficiency across the national commercial real estate network.
South Korean smart home specialist Hyundai HT has entered a series of strategic agreements to expand its presence in Vietnam. The company signed a cooperation deal with STARX Technology and tripartite memorandums of understanding with major developers Geleximco Group and Flamingo Holdings. These partnerships focus on integrating AIoT-based smart home and building technologies into large-scale residential, commercial and resort projects across the region.
Cypriot PropTech startup MyStudentFlat has expanded into Greece with the launch of its digital platform in Athens. Now operating in three cities across two countries, the company manages over 50 properties just seven months after its debut. The firm plans further expansion into major Greek university hubs and is preparing for its first funding round this spring to support European growth.
ICSC has launched ICSC+PROPTECH to connect commercial property leaders with technology innovators at its flagship 2026 Las Vegas event. Featuring a keynote by Randi Zuckerberg, the programme focuses on shifting from tech experimentation to large-scale implementation. High-profile buyers from firms like Brookfield and Mall of America will meet with founders to explore AI-driven leasing and smart building tools aimed at improving asset performance.

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