Archive: December 2025
Shelly launches Plug Gen4
December 31, 2025SSN Staff
BOCA RATON, Fla. — Shelly Group, a provider of home automation and smart building solutions, has announced the availability of the Shelly Plug Gen4.
Expanding upon its Gen4 portfolio, the new privacy-focused smart plug combines advanced connectivity, customizable automation, and robust energy management to deliver secure control for homes and businesses across North America.
The Shelly Plug Gen4 supports Matter, Wi-Fi, Zigbee and local control connectivity for seamless interoperability...
NAPCO introduces NA-Series access panels and MVP Cloud Platform
December 31, 2025SSN Staff
AMITYVILLE, N.Y.—NAPCO Security Technologies, a manufacturer of professional security, access control, and electronic locking solutions, has announced the availability of its new MVP Cloud-Based Access Control Platform and NA-Series 1- and 2-Door access panels, now available at security distributors nationwide.
New NA-Series panels - cloud-ready and built for fast installs
The new NA-Series access panels are purpose-built for fast, super-economical deployments, helping...
Firewalla upgrades app to 1.67
December 30, 2025SSN Staff
SAN MATEO, Calif. — Firewalla has announced Firewalla App version 1.67, a major upgrade focused on enterprise-grade Wi-Fi security, deeper access point control, and more flexible management for MSPs, small businesses, and advanced home users.
The new release features expanded support for Enterprise Wi-Fi and RADIUS, including WPA2-Enterprise and WPA3-Enterprise security for the Firewalla Wi-Fi 7 Access Point, enabling per-user credentials, stronger authentication, and compatibility with...
Brivo and Eagle Eye Networks merge to create global cloud-native security company
December 29, 2025SSN Staff
AUSTIN, Texas, and BETHESDA, Md.—Two cloud-native security providers are joining forces with the announcement of the merger of Brivo and Eagle Eye Networks, creating one of the world’s largest AI cloud-based physical security companies.
Brivo is a global provider of cloud-native access control and smart space technologies, while Eagle Eye Networks is a global provider of cloud AI video surveillance.
Dean Drako, chairman of Brivo and founder of Eagle Eye Networks, announced...
Security 101 acquires Electronic Security Concepts
December 29, 2025SSN Staff
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla.—Security 101, a national provider of integrated commercial security solutions, announced that it has acquired Electronic Security Concepts (ESC), a respected full-service systems integrator headquartered in Scottsdale, Ariz.
ESC delivers advanced security solutions throughout Arizona, New Mexico, Nevada, Colorado, Utah, and California and will now operate as part of the Security 101 family of companies.
The acquisition strengthens Security 101’s presence in...
Pye-Barker Fire & Safety acquires United Fire Solutions
December 23, 2025SSN Staff
ATLANTA—Pye-Barker Fire & Safety has announced the acquisition of United Fire Solutions, a full-service fire protection company based in Murrieta, Calif.
This addition adds to Pye-Barker’s growing presence in the region, allowing the company to offer more integrated life safety protection to more customers.
United Fire Solutions provides end-to-end service for fire suppression systems, fire sprinklers and emergency lighting. With expertise in commercial kitchen suppression...
ServiceNow to acquire Armis
December 23, 2025SSN Staff
SANTA CLARA, Calif.— ServiceNow has entered into an agreement to acquire Armis, a provider of cyber exposure management and cyber-physical security, for $7.75 billion in cash.
The company said the acquisition will expand ServiceNow’s security workflow offerings and advance AI-native, proactive cybersecurity and vulnerability response across all connected devices.
“ServiceNow is building the security platform of tomorrow,” said Amit Zavery, president, chief operating...
Pye-Barker Fire & Safety acquires Lowitt Alarms & Security Systems
December 23, 2025SSN Staff
ATLANTA—Pye-Barker Fire & Safety has strengthened its presence in Long Island, N.Y., with the acquisition of Lowitt Alarms & Security Systems, Inc., a security systems and fire alarm provider.
This acquisition further establishes Pye-Barker’s security alarm services in the Northeast, elevating customer experience and comprehensive fire and life safety for heightened community impact.
Lowitt Alarms & Security Systems provides comprehensive security systems, intrusion detection,...
FCC updates Covered List to include foreign UAS and UAS critical components
December 23, 2025SSN Staff
WASHINGTON —In advance of several large mass gathering events in the United States, including the 2026 FIFA World Cup, America250 celebrations, and the 2028 LA Summer Olympics, the federal government has updated its covered list to include UAS and UAS components it deems a risk to national safety.
In a press release issued by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), they additionally noted that, “Relying on foreign-made UAS threatens national security.”
Following review...
ADT appoints Kim Miller as EVP and chief marketing & communications officer
December 22, 2025SSN Staff
BOCA RATON, Fla. — ADT has announced that Kim Miller will join the company as executive vice president and chief marketing & communications officer.
Miller will lead the development of a unified, and updated, go-to-market approach, leading customer acquisition strategies tied to performance marketing and underscored by disciplined growth.
“Kim’s appointment marks an exciting step in ADT’s evolution. Her proven ability to unite brand, performance marketing and customer...