Optimuse raises €4M in seed round, KKR backs Nordic Infobric

Snapshot

Optimuse raises €4M for AI building design platform, KKR invests in Infobric, construction drone market to hit $7.1B by 2030, Johnson Controls shows safety tech.

AEC Tech in Action

3D AI Studio enhances architecture and design workflows: 3D AI Studio provides architecture and interior design firms with AI-driven 3D modeling, improving accuracy, speed, and client communication. (techbullion.com)

New Innovations and Partnerships

Johnson Controls showcases integrated building safety solutions at GSX 2025: At GSX 2025, Johnson Controls presents advancements in integrated security systems and actionable intelligence, focusing on usability and ROI in building safety. (johnsoncontrols.com)

Funding Rounds and M&A Activity

Optimuse: Austrian startup Optimuse secured €4 million to scale its AI platform that simulates and optimizes HVAC and envelope systems during early design. (tech.eu)

Infobrics: KKR takes a significant stake in Infobric through its Global Impact Fund II, joining majority owner Stirling Square to accelerate growth for the Nordic construction software platform. (pe-insights.com)

Opinions

Construction drone market to hit $7.1 billion by 2030: The global construction drone market is projected to grow from $4.6 billion in 2024 to $7.1 billion by 2030, driven by demand for real-time site monitoring, AI-powered analytics, and integration with BIM software for faster surveys and automated reporting. (yahoo.com)