Real Estate Technology
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Realtor.com® Unveils SXSW 2026 Lineup at Our Open House
Realtor.com® CEO David Conrad detailed the company’s SXSW 2026 focus on bridging the digital divide in real estate. Innovations in AI/ML, XR, data analytics, and blockchain aim to enhance accessibility, transparency, and user experience. These advancements will address market volatility, information asymmetry, and transaction friction, fostering a more connected and human-centric real estate ecosystem.
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Why January Saw a Surge in Property Tech Investment
Proptech funding surged in early 2026, with a significant increase in capital despite stable deal volume. Investors are concentrating on fewer, larger, and more established platforms, driven by generative AI’s accelerating impact. This shift is reallocating capital towards AI models and prompting real estate firms to re-evaluate their tech infrastructure. While diverse funding sources and geographic activity are noted, the trend highlights a dynamic environment rewarding clear business models and strategic investment.
