ADT announced the nationwide availability of ADT Canopy, a month-to-month contract service with 24/7 professional security monitoring via LG Smart Security. ADT Canopy will also extend their intrusion detection and panic response service offerings through new partnerships with leading smart home and consumer electronics brands, including Samsung, NETGEAR and Glympse.

ADT LLC, a provider of security and automation solutions for homes and businesses, welcomed Amazon Echo and Echo Dot products to its Pulse ecosystem, ADT’s remote home security monitoring system that gives consumers the power to control their home security preferences regardless of location.

Scottsdale, Ariz., hosts numerous high-profile events throughout the year, including the renowned golf tournament, the Waste Management Open, as well as the Barrett-Jackson Classic Car Auction and the Scottsdale Arabian Horse Show.

Bosch Security Systems Inc. announced seamless integration of its IP and high definition cameras and recording solutions with Tyco Security Products’ C•CURE 9000 security and event management platform from Software House.

Genetec announced a strategic partnership with Point Blank Enterprises (PBE) a company that develops, manufactures and distributes high-performance body armor.

Arteco announced the integration of its video event management system (VEMS) with Immix from SureView Systems.

CEDIA announced that an overwhelming majority of CEDIA members have voted in favor of a formal integration between CEDIA and CEDIA EMEA. 

Savant, a provider of smart home technology, announced a further expansion of its partner program with the addition of Nest and iPort.

Integrators and manufacturers who execute security projects in sporting venues now have an award for the work they do — the Golden Eagle Award. The award, sponsored by SDM, is from the National Center for Spectator Sports Safety and Security (NCS4).