Entries by Leigh McGuire

RAD Announces HERO, the Humanoid Security Robot

Robotic Assistance Devices, Inc. (RAD), a subsidiary of Artificial Intelligence Technology Solutions, Inc. (the “Company”) (OTCPK:AITX), announced the development of HERO™ (Humanoid Enforcement & Response Officer), an advanced humanoid security robot engineered to further expand the physical forms in which RAD delivers safety and security functionality. HERO joins the RAD hardware family that includes the […]

PureTech is on the move!

Make plans to see PureTech at any of the following upcoming industry events: 12th Annual Maritime Security East, Huston, TX, March 4-6th ISC West, Las Vegas, March 31-April 4th Border Security Expo, Phoenix, AZ, April 8-9th Email sales@puretechsystems.com to schedule a meeting.

Alarm.com Acquires CHeKT

Alarm.com announced a majority-stake acquisition of CHeKT, a cloud platform for remote video monitoring (RVM) services. CHeKT’s enterprise-ready platform includes subscription-based RVM services that enable central stations and service providers to deliver high-value, proactive, crime-stopping solutions to commercial and residential subscribers. According to the announcement, CHeKT has cultivated a robust partner base, and the acquisition strengthens […]

DMP Introduces DualSIM Communicators

Digital Monitoring Products (DMP) announced the addition of DualSIM capabilities to several of its communication products. DualSIM functionality allows one communicator to transmit signals over Verizon and AT&T networks — a feature rapidly growing in demand. To meet this demand, new DualSIM versions of CellCom, DualCom and PowerCom Fire are now available. DualSIM products improve […]

RAD Announces AVA Gen 4 AI-Powered Access Control for HOAs and Commercial Applications

Robotic Assistance Devices, Inc. (RAD) proudly announced the launch of AVA™ (Autonomous Verified Access) Gen 4, an advanced AI-powered access control solution for both residential and commercial applications. Completely redesigned inside and out, AVA Gen 4 integrates new hardware, an entirely rewritten software platform, and groundbreaking security enhancements to serve a broader range of clients, […]

SS&Si Dealer Network to Distribute Entrance Control Solutions

SS&Si Dealer Network has announced the addition of ZKTeco USA’s entrance control and access control products to its growing catalog. With an initial batch of stock available in their warehouses, dealers can now access ZKTeco USA’s trusted security solutions directly through SS&Si Dealer Network. ZKTeco USA is a global provider of entrance control solutions, offering […]

Honeywell Announces Creation of Three Separate Companies

Honeywell has announced the completion of a comprehensive business portfolio evaluation launched a year ago by Chairman and CEO Vimal Kapur and intends to pursue a full separation of Automation and Aerospace Technologies. The planned separation, coupled with the previously announced plan to spin Advanced Materials, will result in three publicly listed companies with distinct strategies and […]

Johnson Controls Announces Joakim Weidemanis as Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Johnson Controls, a global provider of smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, announced that its Board of Directors has appointed Joakim Weidemanis as chief executive officer (CEO), effective March 12, 2025. Weidemanis succeeds George R. Oliver following a thorough succession planning process. Oliver, who led the company’s successful transformation into a pure-play building solutions provider, will […]

SimpliSafe® Achieves Alarm Validation Scoring Standard (AVS-01) UL-Listed Certification

Congratulations to TMA member SimpliSafe® on the achievement of its UL-listing for the ANSI/TMA Alarm Validation Scoring Standard (AVS-01). AVS-01 TMA-AVS-01 provides a standardized method of creating an alarm scoring or classification metric for unauthorized human activity detected by alarm systems. An alarm score results in a repeatable metric that estimates the validity or potential […]