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TruSense unveils smart home technology for seniors

System passively monitors activity and can compile information for caregivers
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Spencer Ives
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09/25/2017
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CINCINNATI—TruSense, a company focused on smart home technology for seniors aging-in-place, recently announced that its TruSense system is now available. The company provides a platform that integrates with various devices to passively monitor seniors' activity.

Smart devices increasing within home security

New Parks’ research examines adoption of smart door locks, lights and thermostats
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Paul Ragusa
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09/13/2017
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DALLAS—New research by Parks Associates reveals that 42 percent of new security installations include a smart home device such as a door lock, light or thermostat.

ADT names Jim DeVries as president

DeVries joined ADT in May 2016 from Allstate
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Spencer Ives
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09/13/2017
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BOCA RATON, Fla.—ADT recently announced that Jim DeVries, the company’s COO, will be promoted to the role of president; DeVries told Security Systems News that it is a newly created position at ADT.

Vector Security acquires Security Associates LLC

Purchase expands Vector’s presence in the Baltimore, Washington D.C. areas
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Spencer Ives
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08/10/2017
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PITTSBURGH—Vector Security Inc., a home and business automation solutions provider based here, gained nearly 10,000 accounts when it acquired Security Associates LLC, a local security provider based in Baltimore.

ADS purchases ERMC Security Solutions

Deal enhances the company’s Chattanooga branch
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Spencer Ives
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08/07/2017
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NASHVILLE, Tenn.—In a deal finalized on Aug. 3, ADS Security purchased ERMC Security Solutions’ account base, bringing more than 600 accounts under ADS’ branch in Chattanooga, Tenn.

NorthStar opens affiliate program

Company seeks dealers for the first time in its 17 year history
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Spencer Ives
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08/02/2017
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OREM, Utah—Home security and automation company NorthStar recently announced its new Authorized Affiliate Funding Program.

LifeShield acquired by Hawk Capital Partners

The DIY company tripled its subscribers under former ownership of DIRECTV
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Spencer Ives
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08/02/2017
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LANGHORNE, Pa.—LifeShield, a DIY installed and professionally monitored security solution, was acquired by Hawk Capital Partners, the firm announced on July 27.

ADT settles with three security companies for $5.5m in deceptive sales lawsuits

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SSN Staff
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08/02/2017
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BOCA RATON, Fla.—ADT on July 28 announced settlements with Alder, its owner, Adam Schanz, and two MONI dealers—Alliance Security and Capital Connect—as part of lawsuits against those three companies and Schanz alleging the use of deceptive sales practices to mislead ADT customers.

Owen Security makes fifth purchase in 12 months

Company expands in its footprint by acquiring ACS Security-Rome
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Spencer Ives
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07/26/2017
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CALHOUN, Ga.—Owen Security Solutions, a regional alarm company based here, recently completed the largest acquisition in the company’s history, adding on more than 1,700 accounts when it purchased ACS Security-Rome.

Oaktree Capital Management buys My Alarm Center

Company to improve organic and acquisitive growth channels
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Spencer Ives
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07/26/2017
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NEWTOWN SQUARE, Pa.—My Alarm Center, a national home security and automation provider based here, was recently sold to global investment firm Oaktree Capital Management, headquartered in Los Angeles. The deal closed on July 14.

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SSN News Poll July 2018

The guidelines for the EU GDPR—or General Data Protection Regulation—will become enforceable on May 25. These regulations, while being focused on European countries and their citizens, will have impacts for U.S.-focused companies. Is your security company concerned about the GDPR?