KPMG China Leading PropTech50 · 2025 REBC^AI New Intelligence Practice Case Selection Campaign Officially Launched
Themed “Innovation Today, Momentum Tomorrow”, the 2025 edition of KPMG China’s Leading PropTech 50 focuses on AI-driven innovation in real estate technology. It seeks to spotlight full life-cycle digital transformation and integrated innovation, uniting fresh thinking, igniting new momentum, and uncovering emerging opportunities.
Since the first list was published in 2021, KPMG China has held the annual PropTech 50 event for four consecutive years, dedicated to researching and promoting innovation and best practices in real estate technology as changing market dynamics continually broaden the scope and vision of the initiative.
As AI continues to be instrumental in transforming the industry, real estate stands at a pivotal junction. Disruptive technologies like AI reshape traditional paradigms, redefine business logic, and chart new growth paths.
KPMG China Leading PropTech 50 · 2025 REBCAI New Intelligence Practice Campaign invites industry pioneers to collaborate in launching a new growth cycle powered by artificial intelligence. The initiative aims to bolster the real estate sector amidst uncertainty and enable its next chapter of AI-enabled rebirth.
Scope of evaluation cases
As of August 31 2025, companies participating in the evaluation must have been operational for at least nine months.
Evaluation Process
Core Evaluation Criteria
Innovation:
Demonstrates uniqueness and originality in technology and business model. Novel ideas, technologies, or application scenarios should significantly improve existing processes, solve long-standing challenges, or create entirely new business models.
Forward-looking:
Possesses the potential to drive transformation and empowerment in the traditional real estate and construction industries, with foresight and cutting-edge qualities that anticipate and respond to future market demands and technology trends.
Scalability:
Supports enhanced operational capabilities and sustainable development in the real estate and construction sectors. High replicability and scalability are essential for broader industry adoption and application.
The evaluation will place particular emphasis on the impact and value of the submitted cases, especially their industry applicability and demonstration effect, and their potential to significantly contribute to industry advancement. A comprehensive quantitative assessment will also be conducted across multiple dimensions, including the company’s team, technology, product, market positioning, and financing status.
Benefits of Participation
Participating in the KPMG China Leading PropTech 50 selection not only helps enhance the brand influence of selected enterprises within the industry but also enables them to leverage an authoritative platform to expand potential markets and capital networks. This lays a more solid and sustainable foundation for their medium- to long-term development.
- Upholding KPMG’s century-long tradition of professionalism and rigour, the evaluation committee conducts a comprehensive and in-depth assessment of all entries based on core judging criteria, ensuring a fair, professional, and industry-relevant selection process.
- Winning cases will be featured in a dedicated research report and promoted through media channels, further increasing the visibility of participating enterprises within the professional community, and attracting attention from stakeholders, including industry investors. This visibility provides a strong foundation for future business growth, financing, and strategic partnerships.
- KPMG is committed to building a high-level platform for industry exchange. Selected cases will have opportunities to connect with upstream and downstream enterprises, technology partners, and strategic resource providers within the PropTech ecosystem. These connections facilitate meaningful interaction in areas such as information sharing, technological collaboration, and resource integration, thereby advancing the optimisation of the industry and supply chains.
During the campaign, a series of in-person seminars will be held, offering selected entries the chance to present their cases, engage in in-depth discussions, and exchange ideas with industry peers. These activities will not only enhance the professional image and industry influence of the featured companies but also foster cross-organisational collaboration, knowledge sharing, and business exploration—jointly driving innovation and steady development across the real estate sector.
Note:
1. The above arrangements are subject to change as needed. KPMG reserves the right of final interpretation for this campaign.
2. This selection is solely for the purpose of industry exchange. No participation fees or commercial conditions are involved.
Application Materials & Instructions
Download Application Forms:
- 毕马威中国领先不动产科技50•2025 REBCAI 新智实践案例评选报名表（中文版）
- KPMG China Leading PropTech 50 · 2025 REBCAI “New Intelligence Practice” Case Application Form (English version)
A written case description is required. Please download the application form using the links above and provide an introduction to the submitted case. The recommended word count is approximately 2,000 words.
If your company is unable to edit the PDF version of the form, please email bella.x.zhang@kpmg.com to request a Word version.
Supplementary materials such as images, videos, product prototypes, etc., are welcome and can be submitted along with the written materials.
Submission Deadline & Application Method
Submission Deadline:
By 24:00, Beijing Time, on August 31, 2025 (based on the time the email is received).
How to Apply:
Please send the written case description along with any supplementary materials (if applicable) to: cnfmproptech50@kpmg.com.
Please ensure the email subject follows this format: “2025 KPMG China Leading PropTech 50 Entry – [Company Name] [Case Keyword(s)]”
Once your application has been successfully submitted, you will receive a confirmation email from the selection team. Our staff will follow up after reviewing your materials and contact you to arrange any necessary site visits or additional interviews.
Download the full recruitment guideline: KPMG China Leading PropTech 50 · 2025 REBCAI “New Intelligence Practice” Case Selection Campaign
Contact & Inquiries
Registration Inquiries
Bella Zhang (Ms.)
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Case related Inquiries
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Jerry Au (Mr.)
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