Construction Technology Podcasts

Is the construction tech market becoming more obvious? Are we on the cusp of a tech IPO boom? In today's episode of Bricks, Bucks and Bytes, we got to learn about Cintoo's $37 million Series B funding round led by Partech, signaling growing interest in reality capture and data compression for construction sites. We also explored the potential for a surge in tech IPOs in 2025, as evidenced by Thrive Capital's rumored $1 billion investment in Databricks at a $55 billion valuation. Additionally, we discussed the evolving landscape of construction tech investing, where specialist knowledge becomes less critical as companies mature and become more "obvious" to generalist investors. Tune in to find out about: ✅ The growing market for reality capture in construction ✅ How to interpret large late-stage funding rounds ✅ The potential for a tech IPO boom in 2025 ✅ The changing dynamics of specialist vs. generalist investors in construction tech Listen to the full episode on Spotify to dive deeper into these insights and more.

"Try to keep all your human touch points and automate them on the backend." In today's episode of Bricks, Bucks and Bytes, we dive into the world of B2B marketplaces in construction. We explore why human touch points are crucial for success, especially in an industry built on trust and relationships. We also discuss the recent lawsuit between Oracle and Procore, where Oracle accuses a former employee of stealing trade secrets related to payment management software. Plus, we explored HomeBoost, a startup offering simplified energy assessments for homes using AI. But is it too good to be true? Tune in to find out about: ✅ The pros and cons of AI-powered home energy assessments ✅ The potential impact of the Oracle vs. Procore lawsuit on the construction tech industry ✅ Why B2B marketplaces in construction need to maintain human interactions ✅ The increasing trend of investors suing portfolio companies in recent years Ready to dive deeper? Listen to the full episode on Spotify and join the conversation! ------------ Sign up to the #1 Newsletter In Construction Tech. Join over 1,000 like-minded Founders, Investors and Techies disrupting the way we build. Forever : https://bricks-bytes.beehiiv.com/subscribe ------------- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bricks-bytes/ X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/bricksbytespod Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmNbunUTIIQDzbJgGJt9_Zg Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bricksbytes/

"VC is rocket fuel. Do not spend it on a Fiat 500. Only put very expensive rocket fuel if you're actually building a rocket." In today's episode of Bricks, Bucks and Bytes, we got to learn about Speckle's recent Series A raise, showcasing the renewed liquidity in early-stage funding for 2024. We also discovered that the construction tech sector saw impressive growth in seed stage funding sizes during Q3 2023, signaling a positive shift in the market. Plus, we gained invaluable insights from Patrick Hellermann on what really makes VCs tick when it comes to investing in startups. Tune in to find out about: ✅ The magic "100x potential" that VCs are looking for ✅ Why information asymmetry is your secret weapon between fundraising rounds ✅ How to leverage social validation to your advantage ✅ The power of building a rockstar team to secure funding Listen to the full episode on Spotify and arm yourself with the knowledge to make your next pitch irresistible! Sign up to the #1 Newsletter In Construction Tech. Join over 1,000 like-minded Founders, Investors and Techies disrupting the way we build. Forever : https://bricks-bytes.beehiiv.com/subscribe LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bricks-bytes/ X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/bricksbytespod Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmNbunUTIIQDzbJgGJt9_Zg Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bricksbytes/

Speckle's $12.5M Series A: A Game-Changer for AEC Data Infrastructure In today's episode of Bricks, Bucks and Bytes, we got to learn about Speckle's impressive $12.5 million Series A funding round, led by Addition, to build the first data hub for the AEC industry. We also learned about Rexel's rejection of an unsolicited $8.5 billion takeover bid from QXO, signaling potential shifts in the building materials distribution landscape. Additionally, we gained insights into Patrick Hellermann's framework for evaluating potential investors, emphasizing the importance of avoiding detrimental influences over perceived value-add. Tune in to find out about: ✅ Speckle's open-source approach to AEC data infrastructure ✅ The potential impact of QXO's ambitious plans on the building materials distribution sector ✅ Key considerations for startups when evaluating corporate investors ✅ The importance of prioritizing non-interference and quality input from investors Listen to the full episode on Spotify to dive deeper into these fascinating topics in construction tech and venture capital.