Broad campaign underway to access US critical infrastructure using small, home office devices

A state-linked actor, Volt Typhoon, is attempting to gain a foothold across U.S. networks amid rising tensions in the Pacific, Microsoft and the Five Eyes authorities said.

By David Jones • May 26, 2023

Enel chooses Oklahoma as home of first US solar panel factory

The $1 billion-plus factory will be located at the Tulsa Port of Inola, giving it easy access to rail and river transport.

By Kate Magill • May 24, 2023

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As construction technology continues to evolve, here’s what savvy contractors need to know.

By Construction Dive staff

Construction management software BuildOps raises $50M

The company has drawn the attention of celebrity investors, including former Twitter CEO Dick Costolo and NFL Hall of Famer Joe Montana.

By Matthew Thibault • May 24, 2023

ConTech Conversations: Why ChatGPT wants contractors to try AI

OpenAI’s much talked-about language model told Construction Dive that artificial intelligence is meant to collaborate with contractors, not rob workers of their jobs.

By Matthew Thibault • May 24, 2023

Applied Materials plans $4B Silicon Valley chip research facility

The Santa Clara, California-based semiconductor firm plans to invest up to $25 billion over 10 years, contingent on support from the $52.7 billion CHIPS Act.

By Sebastian Obando • May 23, 2023

New construction technology releases: May 2023

From digital twins to payments and robots, companies are innovating in the first half of the year.

By Matthew Thibault • May 17, 2023

A ‘tech hub’ in your city? Commerce Department launches application process for $500M in grants.

The program will focus on key technology areas such as artificial intelligence and batteries. Its first phase will designate at least 20 tech hubs.

By Ysabelle Kempe • May 17, 2023

Earth movers, front-end loaders and robots take over the National Mall

Heavy equipment manufacturers are displaying their machines in Washington, D.C., this week to demonstrate the $1 trillion construction industry’s economic might and shine a light on policy priorities.

By Jennifer Goodman , Matthew Thibault • May 16, 2023

Will AI take your construction job? Only if you want it to.

Construction pros say given the shortage of workers, the tech will enhance more positions than it replaces, but employment law issues remain.

By Chris Wood • May 15, 2023

Coulomb Solutions plans to build US battery pack factory

The announcement follows LG Energy Solution’s $2.3 billion LFP battery facility in Queen Creek, Arizona, and Ford’s $3.5 billion factory for the same battery type in Marshall, Michigan. 

By Sara Samora • May 15, 2023

Modular builder wins $2.2M Vermont school contract

KBS is working with the Department of Energy’s Advanced Building Construction initiative to improve its units’ energy efficiency.

By Sebastian Obando • May 15, 2023

How AI can increase bid accuracy and fight economic uncertainty

AI platforms can analyze drawing sets, automatically identify design-related risks to improve decision-making.

May 15, 2023

Overcome these 3 obstacles to investing in autonomous work

Three hesitations preventing investments in autonomous work according to a survey of construction, agriculture and mining leaders.

May 15, 2023

Shawmut revolutionizes subcontractor management with HammerTech

Shawmut taps HammerTech for next-gen subcontractor management: Uncover the groundbreaking strategy.

May 15, 2023

Mercedes-Benz partners with NavVis on digital twins of factories

The collaboration will allow the automaker to simulate new site layouts and production line changes.

By Kate Magill • May 10, 2023

Contech continues funding tear

From autonomous buildings to alternative materials, these firms raised money recently via equity and debt financing, despite economic headwinds.

By Matthew Thibault • May 10, 2023

Workers give construction’s slow tech adoption a thumbs down

In a survey of 10 sectors, workers ranked construction as “the least technologically competent” field, which stymies firms’ ability to recruit young talent.

By Matthew Thibault • May 9, 2023

Google breaks ground on 2 data centers in central Ohio

The tech conglomerate announced plans to expand its footprint in the Buckeye State, bringing its total investment there to more than $2 billion.

By Sebastian Obando • May 4, 2023

Fluor tapped for laser fusion power plant

Vice President Fred Hughes talks with Construction Dive about laser fusion technology and how to build complex energy projects.

By Sebastian Obando • May 4, 2023

Skanska exec: Jobsite safety tech hinges on data

Danielle O’Connell, senior director of Skanska USA’s emerging technology team, takes a holistic approach to keeping workers safe.

By Matthew Thibault • May 3, 2023

White House to scrutinize use of AI, worker tracking tools

The White House Office of Science and Technology Policy said it will request information from the public regarding how such tools are used to “surveil, monitor, evaluate and manage” workers.

By Kathryn Moody • May 3, 2023

Bosch to invest $1.5B into California semiconductor plant

The German company plans to acquire the assets of Roseville, California-based chipmaker TSI Semiconductors.

By Sebastian Obando • May 2, 2023

Katerra factory buyer sees affordable housing uptick

Vaughan Buckley, CEO at Volumetric Building Companies, said amid widespread finance jitters, there is more funding stability in the sector due to government grants.

By Sebastian Obando • May 1, 2023

Why successful construction payment solutions require a goldilocks approach

Making payments and getting paid quickly, securely and with transparency is one way to ensure success in construction.

May 1, 2023

The benefits of sharing resources across multiple offices

Keeping a strong utilization rate can be easier if offices support each other and share resources.

By Nemanja Simic, Bridgit • May 1, 2023