Deep Dive: Space as a Service for Office Landlords

Technology has allowed Space as a Service (SPaaS) providers to turn how space is marketed, leased, and operated on its head. It’s the single most transformational change to take hold in CRE in the past 30 years. It’s no secret incumbent landlords were historically not keen to spend time on smaller tenants and leases, or use technology to efficiently service them. WeWork, Knotel, and Industrious—among other coworking space operators such as Impact Hub, Riveter, Your Alley, Techspace, and a wi…

Robots Are Coming to One of Southeast Asia’s Largest Malls

The Philippines’ richest man Henry Sy will start rolling out robots next year to help customers navigate his massive shopping malls. Initially three androids will be deployed in the first quarter of 2019 in SM Megamall, the nation’s second-biggest shopping center, said Steven Tan, chief operating officer for the shopping malls of SM Prime Holdings Inc. The talking bots will provide mall directions and information on promotions and events, Tan said. …

How one REIT is trying to lure online brands into brick-and-mortar stores

Macerich is trying out a new program in its malls to make it easier for e-commerce brands to open bricks-and-mortar stores. The $7 billion real estate investment trust – the country’s ninth-largest mall owner with some 51 million square feet of retail space – is cutting through the red tape of opening a store, Forbes reported.

Drone Rules Likely Still Years Away, Dragging on Industry’s Growth

The Federal Aviation Administration is significantly behind earlier schedules for crafting airborne-identification rules for drones, causing industry officials to worry the delay could stymie their most ambitious plans for years. Federal authorities and advocates of unmanned aircraft agree that reliable remote-tracking methods are essential for rapid industry growth, in areas ranging from package deliveries to expanded industrial uses and video applications.

Inside the battle for StreetEasy’s soul

Three years after buying the NYC listings portal, Spencer Rascoff’s Zillow is rolling out controversial (but lucrative) programs that have led to all-out war with residential brokers. Is there a resolution in sight?

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Apple acquires AI startup Silk Labs

SAN FRANCISCO: Apple has acquired a startup called Silk Labs that works on Artificial Intelligence (AI)-based personal assistant technology for smartphones and smart home devices. According to a report in The Registrar, the quietly-done acquisition for an undisclosed sum is aimed at strengthening Apple’s AI capabilities towards smart home devices.

Smart tech helps Rudin in race to cut carbon emissions

Rudin Management Company announced that it has reduced its overall carbon emissions by 44 percent percent across its Manhattan commercial portfolio. The milestone puts the company well on its way to meeting its long-term energy reduction goal, a 50 percent reduction in greenhouse gas emissions (GHG) as part of the NYC Carbon Challenge, almost 10 years ahead of schedule.

Fried Frank Joins CREtech as Influencer Sponsor for NYC Venture Conference on December 6

Leading Law Firm joins forces with CREtech for the Largest Ever Industry Event New York, NY (November 26, 2018) — CREtech (cretech.com) the leading event, content and connectivity platform for the commercial real estate tech sector, announced today that Fried Frank has joined the fast-growing platform as an Influencer Sponsor for the Sixth Annual CREtech New York Venture Conference on December 6. Fried Frank represents clients in all aspects of commercial real estate and technology transact…

How to Use Your Blog for Event Exposure: Tips for ICSC NY Deal-Making and CREtech NY

Social media is one way to set yourself apart of the crowd when attending ICSC NY Deal Making or CREtech NY. Your blog is another tactic to building buzz for your brand and getting the most from these events. Try these strategies to get the most of the events.