Tag: Amazon
ULTRALOQ debuts smart locks with UWB, digital wallet access
September 25, 2026SSN Staff
FREMONT, Calif.—ULTRALOQ, a smart lock brand under IoT company Xthings, has introduced a new lineup of residential smart locks designed around hands-free entry and digital wallet-based credentials, reflecting growing consumer demand for more seamless home access experiences.
The collection includes the ULTRALOQ Bolt Mission, Bolt Pro and Latch 5 Pro, all of which are Matter Certified and compatible with major smart home ecosystems, including Apple Home and Google Home.
The flagship Bolt...
ZBeta names Brian Coulombe executive vice president of client programs
September 14, 2026SSN Staff
SAN FRANCISCO—ZBeta has appointed Brian Coulombe as executive vice president of client programs, bringing more than 20 years of experience in physical security operations, technology and consulting leadership.
In his new role, Coulombe will help lead and expand ZBeta's client programs, working with customers and internal teams to strengthen program strategy, improve delivery and help organizations develop security programs that can scale alongside their business needs.
Coulombe joins...
ADT begins dealer migration to ADT+ platform
August 5, 2026Cory Harris, Editor
BOCA RATON, Fla.—ADT has begun migrating its dealer network to the ADT+ platform, with about 30% of its new customer additions during the first half of 2026 installed on the system, say company execs.
The migration is expected to take approximately nine to 12 months, Chief Business Officer Omar Khan said on a recent call to discuss the company's second quarter earnings.
“We're being very thoughtful and very intentional...
ADT enters DIY security market with launch of ADT Blu
May 20, 2026SSN Staff
BOCA RATON, Fla.—ADT has introduced ADT Blu, a new self-installed home security system designed to give customers more flexibility while maintaining access to the company’s broader security ecosystem.
The offering reflects a continued shift in the residential security market toward DIY (do-it-yourself) and hybrid models, as more consumers seek systems they can install and manage themselves without long-term contracts or technician visits. ADT Blu is positioned to bridge the gap between...
SIA names Erica McCann as chair of SIA Government Relations Committee
February 25, 2026SSN Staff
SILVER SPRING, Md.—The Security Industry Association (SIA) has named Erica McCann - head of devices, advertising and cybersecurity public policy at Amazon - as chair of the SIA Government Relations Committee.
The SIA Government Relations Committee is an expert-led group that helps identify and advise SIA members regarding legislation, regulations and other policy trends or pending government actions affecting the security industry and makes high-level recommendations for related...
SIA names Amazon and YourSix as 2026 Members of the Year
February 19, 2026SSN Staff
SILVER SPRING, Md.—The Security Industry Association (SIA) has announced that Amazon and YourSix will each receive a 2026 SIA Member of the Year Award.
SIA will present the honorees with their awards at The Advance, SIA’s annual membership meeting, which will be held March 24 during ISC West.
The SIA Member of the Year Award honors SIA member companies that have shown notable involvement in SIA committees and working groups, SIA events and the SIA Education at...
LVT appoints three C-suite executives to support rapid company growth
December 12, 2025SSN Staff
AMERICAN FORK, Utah—LiveView Technologies (LVT), a provider of rapidly deployable security solutions, has announced three new executive leadership appointments: George Bentinck as chief product officer, Arvind Bobra as chief financial officer, and Mike Johnson as chief legal officer.
Bentinck will lead LVT’s product strategy as it executes on the vision for actionable intelligence for the physical world. He most recently served as vice president of product management, IoT and edge...
ZBeta names Conal O’Doherty and Jesse “JJ” Knutson as principals
December 8, 2025SSN Staff
SAN FRANCISCO—ZBeta, a provider of comprehensive physical security consulting services, has announced that senior executives Conal O’Doherty and Jesse “JJ” Knutson have been named principals of the firm.
In their respective roles as chief growth officer and chief operating officer, O’Doherty and Knutson have been instrumental in shaping ZBeta’s identity by elevating the brand, enriching the client experience, advancing corporate strategy, strengthening operational...
GSX 2025 keynote speakers announced
July 15, 2025SSN Staff
ALEXANDRIA, Va.—ASIS International has announced its keynote speakers for Global Security Exchange (GSX) 2025, with in-person and digital experiences taking place Sept. 29-Oct. 1 at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center in New Orleans and via the online GSX event platform.
Read on for a closer look at these keynotes:
Monday, Sept. 29
The New Abnormal: Who are the Winners and Losers in a G-Zero World?
Ian Bremmer, president of Eurasia Group & global politics and...
SIA tabs Bobby Parmiter as chair of Government Relations Committee
July 14, 2025SSN Staff
SILVER SPRING, Md.—The Security Industry Association (SIA) has named Amazon’s Robert B. (Bobby) Parmiter as chair of the SIA Government Relations Committee.
The committee is an expert-led group that helps identify and advise SIA members regarding legislation, regulations and other policy trends or pending government actions affecting the security industry and makes high-level recommendations for related actions.
Committee efforts include guidance and advocacy on behalf...