ASSA ABLOY Sells Yale & August Smart Locks Businesses

Fortune Brands Home & Security to acquire Yale, August, Emtek and Schaub for $800M after ASSA ABLOY sought the sale following antitrust concerns from the Department of Justice.

Dec 02, 2022

Why Cold Weather Is Hot Time to Sell Smart Locks

Short-term rental (STR) homeowners and property managers look for smart lock upgrades in winter season when homes are vacant.

Oct 31, 2022

ASSA ABLOY to Sell Yale to Avoid Antitrust Claims

ASSA ABLOY aims to divest Yale residential smart locks so it can acquire Kwikset, Baldwin, Weiser and Pfister to satisfy U.S. DOJ lawsuit.

Oct 18, 2022

Matter 1.0 Standard Officially Released

Connectivity Standards Alliance unveils the Matter 1.0 standard and certification program for smart home wireless connectivity.

Oct 06, 2022

ASSA ABLOY Acquires DoorBird

ASSA ABLOY adds DoorBird to its growing stable of access control brands. DoorBird is the No. 3 video doorbell brand among the CE Pro 100.

Oct 06, 2022

Smart Home Stocks Gain 20% in 2021

Average stock price among 50 public companies in CE Pro Smart Home Stock Index rose 20.1% in 2021, led by big winner Napco Security.

Jan 13, 2022