Core Insights - Zonetail Inc. and The FUTR Corporation have formed a strategic partnership to introduce Canada's first AI-powered rent-reporting program, allowing renters to build credit and earn rewards through timely rent payments [1][2] Company Overview - Zonetail Inc. operates a mobile platform aimed at enhancing the management of high-rise residential living by connecting residents with products, amenities, and services [9] - The FUTR Corporation offers an AI Agent App that rewards users for securely sharing their data, helping them save time and money [10] Program Details - The rent-reporting program will launch in Q4 2025, starting with 12,000 rental units managed by Zonetail clients, with plans to expand to over 70,000 units by early 2026 [5] - Participants will pay a monthly program fee of C$8.95, which can be reduced or offset by earning FUTR Tokens for sharing their data [8] Financial Inclusion - The initiative aligns with Canada's 2024 Federal Budget goal to standardize rent reporting as a credit-building tool, enhancing financial inclusion across the country [2] - Equifax Canada supports the program, emphasizing that recognizing on-time rent payments can help millions build credit and access financial opportunities [3] Technological Integration - The partnership integrates FUTR's AI Agent technology with Zonetail's platform, creating a scalable framework for secure data sharing and long-term engagement in the rental market [6][7]

Your monthly rent could do more than just keep a roof over your head. It can also help you build credit. Recent data from TransUnion shows a noticeable jump in the number of people who plan to or already are self-reporting their rent payments. The number of consumers whose rent payments are reported to credit reporting agencies rose to 13% in 2025, up from 11% in 2024, according to the report. Gen Z has the highest participation rate, followed by Millennials and Gen X. Interestingly, property manager part ...