DroneDeploy has announced the general availability of Ground Pro, an advanced 3D reality capture layer within its DroneDeploy Ground platform. Following Procore’s acquisition of DroneDeploy, the software enables field teams to turn mobile device and 360-camera captures into measurable 3D site records. Ground Pro introduces features including Interior Maps, Mobile 3D Scanning and 3D Measure & Navigation to improve jobsite documentation and workflow planning.
Swiss company Aphy AG has unveiled an agentic artificial intelligence platform designed to automate time-consuming back-office tasks for independent hoteliers. Running around the clock, the system connects directly to property management systems, channel managers and shared inboxes to handle cross-checking, payment verification, OTA commission reconciliation and guest email inquiries.
PropTech firm Venn has acquired AI leasing platform Zuma for $50 million, integrating its artificial intelligence tools into Venn’s "Company Brain" system. The deal brings Zuma’s engineering team and key executives into Venn. Shiv Gettu joins as Chief Partnerships Officer, while Kendrick Bradley becomes General Manager of Venn Leasing. The combined team will expand bespoke AI applications across collections, renewals, and resident support in multifamily operations.
A consortium comprising A&O TEC, Prior+Partners, ZHA, Homa, Buro Happold, Systematica and Fichtner has presented the Benghazi 2050: Next Generation City Plan. The scheme introduces a Spatial Strategy alongside a Digital Planning Hub, combining 3D urban models, GIS data and environmental metrics. Designed as an adaptable framework, the project aims to guide sustainable expansion, reconnect the historic coastal city with its waterfront and coordinate infrastructure investments through to 2050.
Samsung Electronics has signed an agreement with real estate developer DH Plus to supply AI appliances and B2B operational solutions for the Grants Forest Park development in Cebu, Philippines. The mixed-use complex will feature residences, a hotel, villas and an international school by 2030. Samsung will integrate its SmartThings, SmartThings Pro and b.IoT platforms to streamline energy efficiency and building operations across the site.
Construction technology firm Buildots has introduced a new platform capability termed 'construction intelligence' to improve project management across major sites. By processing visual data against planned schedules, the system identifies potential delays early. Adopted by firms including Turner Construction and Intel, the platform aims to streamline operational workflows and cut project delay times by up to half across complex developments.
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