Tag: SimpliSafe
SimpliSafe launches Video Doorbell Series 2
September 17, 2026SSN Staff
BOSTON—SimpliSafe has introduced the Video Doorbell Series 2, a new smart doorbell that combines 2K video quality, expanded head-to-toe visibility and artificial intelligence (AI)-powered detection with optional live monitoring services designed to deter crime before it occurs.
The new device works with SimpliSafe Active Guard Outdoor Protection, allowing trained U.S.-based security agents to respond to potential threats detected by the camera. Agents can view live video, communicate...
SimpliSafe execs say prevention will define home security's next chapter
August 26, 2026Cory Harris, Editor
BOSTON—Twenty years after helping reshape the residential security market with self-installed systems, SimpliSafe believes the industry's next major transformation will come from preventing crime rather than simply detecting it.
Company founder Chad Laurans and CEO Hilary Schneider said advances in artificial intelligence (AI), combined with professional monitoring, are enabling security providers to identify potential threats earlier and intervene before incidents occur.
"The...
SimpliSafe eyes broader reach, crime prevention push through Walmart partnership
August 12, 2026Cory Harris, Editor
BOSTON – SimpliSafe is leveraging its new retail partnership with Walmart to expand access to home security while advancing a strategy centered on crime prevention, according to President Ty Shay.
The company recently announced that its home security products are now available in more than 800 Walmart stores and on Walmart.com, including a Walmart-exclusive seven-piece security system priced at $199.99.
"We're really excited about the Walmart partnership,"...
Vacation season raises home security stakes
August 12, 2026Cory Harris, Editor
YARMOUTH, Maine—As Americans hit the road for summer vacations, home security providers say homeowners are increasingly relying on connected security systems, smart automation and artificial intelligence (AI)-powered monitoring to protect their properties while away.
Industry executives say summer brings increased travel, changing family routines and more time spent outdoors, all of which can create security vulnerabilities.
According to ADT's 2023 Summer Travel...
In brief: Pye-Barker adds, SimpliSafe expands, Hakimo raises
July 15, 2026SSN Staff
ATLANTA—Pye-Barker Fire & Safety has expanded its presence in the Mid-Atlantic with the acquisition of ResponseTECH, Inc., a Rockville, Md.-based provider of security and life safety solutions. ResponseTECH provides intrusion and fire alarm systems, access control, central station monitoring, nurse-call systems and mass emergency notification solutions. The company serves customers across a range of sectors, including commercial, education and senior living, and provides...
SimpliSafe expands retail channel with Walmart deal
July 9, 2026SSN Staff
BOSTON – SimpliSafe’s home security solutions are now available at Walmart, marking an expansion of its retail channel.
Walmart customers will have access to a curated selection of SimpliSafe's top-rated products to build a customized, whole-home protection package, the company said. The assortment includes a Walmart-exclusive seven-piece system for $199.99 that includes three door or window entry sensors, a motion sensor, glassbreak sensor, keypad and base station alarm.
"SimpliSafe's...
Deep Sentinel names Jonathan Adams CRO to drive channel growth
June 23, 2026SSN Staff
PLEASANTON, Calif.—Deep Sentinel has appointed security industry veteran Jonathan Adams as chief revenue officer, bringing more than two decades of experience across sales, operations, monitoring and product management as the company looks to expand across residential, commercial and channel partner segments.
Adams most recently served as vice president of sales at Digital Monitoring Products (DMP), where he led North American sales efforts and contributed to double-digit revenue growth....
SimpliSafe expands executive team with three leadership appointments
June 11, 2026SSN Staff
BOSTON—SimpliSafe has added three executives to its leadership team as the company positions itself for continued growth and innovation in the home security market.
The company announced that Mike Buckley has been named chief financial officer, Sandra Yang Scirpo chief customer officer and Sharon Segev chief administrative and legal officer.
The appointments come as SimpliSafe approaches its 20th anniversary and continues to expand its customer base, which the company said now includes...
PE in security: Poll reveals concerns
January 7, 2026Ken Showers
YARMOUTH, Maine — Private equity (PE) made waves in the security industry in 2025 with several high-profile acquisitions and a flurry of smaller deals consolidating companies under investment firms. But according to the latest Security Systems News (SSN) poll, what benefits investors may not always benefit the industry.
The push for private equity has been driven by the opportunity for companies to access larger amounts...
SimpliSafe’s Hooman Shahidi dishes on new SMB offering
October 15, 2025Ken Showers
BOSTON — SimpliSafe has launched SimpliSafe Business Security, a new suite of security solutions tailored for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs). According to Chief Product Officer Hooman Shahidi, the expansion was somewhat unexpected.
“It’s got a little bit of serendipity built in,” he said. “We’ve been very clear and focused on home security for the vast majority of SimpliSafe’s life. In fact, we say in our mission statement, ‘Every...