Security
ADT Could Go Public for $15B as Early as 2018
Apollo Global Management, parent company of ADT, could register for an IPO in the fall and take ADT public by the end of 2018. Apollo acquired ADT in February 2016 for $7 billion.
Jul 24, 2017
Luma’s Network Monitoring and Tech Support Service Is Only $5 a Month
Luma Guardian is a low-cost VPN service, antivirus, Internet speed monitor and tech support line all in one. And one-time Dos Equis pitchman, 'Most Interesting Man in the World,' Jonathan Goldsmith will make sure everyone knows it.
Jul 21, 2017
Insurance, the Smart Home, and the Business of Keeping Customers Engaged
How insurance (insurtech) and other industries are keeping customers engaged through smart-home technologies, remote IoT services, product warranties and client communications.
Jul 20, 2017
This Enormous Calgary Smart Home Features Glowing Home Theater, Luxury Car Collection
We cover a lot of big, beautiful smart homes on CE Pro, but this 22,000-square-foot residence is a winner with Elan entertainment and control, home theater, Lutron lighting, Elk security and luxury car collection.
Jul 19, 2017
Homeowners’ Top Smart-Home Security Concern: Did I Lock the Door?
Lead with this on your next security pitch. Smart-home security survey by Wakefield Research and Schlage find that 75% of Americans second-guess whether they locked their front door.
Jul 14, 2017
Integrator Collects $1,000 Per Year for Digital Security in Smart Homes
Home-technology integrator sells FireFX Network Guardian appliance with cybersecurity protection for smart homes, charging $800 to $1,500 per year for service -- good for RMR, and a virtual insurance policy for the dealer.