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Setting A New Security Benchmark: Kudelski IoT's Semiconductor Alliances Redefine IoT Provisioning

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Wednesday, April 10, 2024

Setting A New Security Benchmark: Kudelski IoT's Semiconductor Alliances Redefine IoT Provisioning

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  • Setting A New Security Benchmark: Kudelski IoT's Semiconductor Alliances Redefine IoT Provisioning
    Premier integration with Microchip, and collaborative partnerships with ST Microelectronics, Infineon, and Silicon Labs radically simplify a critical IoT security requirement.
  • Kudelski IoT libraries are integrated with semiconductor partner tools to enable device manufacturers to personalize their products in the factory or in the field.
  • Hardy Schmidbauer, Senior Vice President at Kudelski IoT, said, “For many IoT device manufacturers, security provisioning is today a laborious manual process that is prone to error, seriously compromising the security of individual devices, or even of a manufacturer’s whole chain of security.
  • By partnering with top IC manufacturers, Kudelski IoT is making provisioning a simpler, more automated, and secure process than ever before.

Inaugural Smart Lighting Expo ignites future of lighting innovation

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Wednesday, April 10, 2024

To empower businesses in fully capitalising on the growing opportunities across the entire smart lighting supply chain, the Smart Lighting Expo showcases a comprehensive array of products and solutions, ranging from connected lighting technologies such as chips, sensors, LED drivers, and IoT lighting platform, to smart lighting products and solutions like smart control systems and dimmers, smart luminaires, lighting applications and systems.

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  • To empower businesses in fully capitalising on the growing opportunities across the entire smart lighting supply chain, the Smart Lighting Expo showcases a comprehensive array of products and solutions, ranging from connected lighting technologies such as chips, sensors, LED drivers, and IoT lighting platform, to smart lighting products and solutions like smart control systems and dimmers, smart luminaires, lighting applications and systems.
  • The Smart Lighting Expo welcomes the group pavilions from important lighting industry base in the Greater Bay Area, including Zhongshan, Foshan and Jiangmen.
  • Running concurrently with the Smart Lighting Expo, the Spring Lighting Fair will continue to serve as a one-stop business platform for diverse lighting products.
  • The Hall of Aurora will gather renowned brands around the globe to showcase high-quality lighting fixtures, while other product zones will include Commercial Lighting, Decorative Lighting, Residential Lighting, Technical Lighting and Lighting accessories.

Inaugural Smart Lighting Expo Ignites Future of Lighting Innovation

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Friday, March 15, 2024

Over 1,300 exhibitors embrace rising opportunities in twin lighting fairs

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  • To empower businesses in fully capitalising on the growing opportunities across the entire smart lighting supply chain, the Smart Lighting Expo showcases a comprehensive array of products and solutions, ranging from connected lighting technologies such as chips, sensors, LED drivers, and IoT lighting platform, to smart lighting products and solutions like smart control systems and dimmers, smart luminaires, lighting applications and systems.
  • The Smart Lighting Expo welcomes the group pavilions from important lighting industry base in the Greater Bay Area, including Zhongshan, Foshan and Jiangmen.
  • Running concurrently with the Smart Lighting Expo, the Spring Lighting Fair will continue to serve as a one-stop business platform for diverse lighting products.
  • The Hall of Aurora will gather renowned brands around the globe to showcase high-quality lighting fixtures, while other product zones will include Commercial Lighting, Decorative Lighting, Residential Lighting, Technical Lighting and Lighting accessories.

VeriSilicon Showcased Its Latest Power-Efficient IP Applications at Embedded World 2024

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024

VeriSilicon (688521.SH) today announced its demonstration at Embedded World 2024 in Nuremberg, Germany, booth numbered Hall 4A-518, where it is showcasing customers’ various leading products leveraging the company’s latest technologies and advanced solutions.

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  • VeriSilicon (688521.SH) today announced its demonstration at Embedded World 2024 in Nuremberg, Germany, booth numbered Hall 4A-518, where it is showcasing customers’ various leading products leveraging the company’s latest technologies and advanced solutions.
  • IoT: VeriSilicon’s LE Audio compliant complete Bluetooth Low Energy IP solution, LE Mesh system solution based on VeriSilicon’s BLE technology.
  • Among the top ten IP companies globally, VeriSilicon’s number of IP categories ranks top two2.
  • “We are thrilled to present our latest and innovative IP solutions at Embedded World 2024.

NRG Announces Changes in Leadership

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024

NRG Energy Inc. (NYSE: NRG) today announced that Elizabeth Killinger has elected to retire from her role as Executive Vice President, NRG Home.

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  • NRG Energy Inc. (NYSE: NRG) today announced that Elizabeth Killinger has elected to retire from her role as Executive Vice President, NRG Home.
  • Rasesh Patel has been named President, NRG Consumer, and will oversee the two separate business segments of Smart Home and Home Energy, effective immediately.
  • “I want to thank Elizabeth for her leadership, service, and dedication to NRG for over 20 years.
  • On behalf of the Board and the entire NRG team, we want to acknowledge her strong commitment to meeting the needs of our customers and employees, while positioning NRG for growth well into the future,” said Larry Coben, NRG Chair, Interim President and CEO.

Parks Associates: Smart Smoke Detectors to Reach Nearly $1 billion in US Market by 2027

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024

DALLAS, March 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Parks Associates' newly released Smart Smoke and CO Detectors: Market Assessment 2024 reveals smart smoke/CO detectors generated $771 million in revenue in the US in 2023, with growth projected to reach $976 million in the US by 2027. The Market Assessment tracks consumer adoption and purchase trends, including product preferences, the buyer journey, and purchase channels. It includes forecasts for unit sales and revenues and special analysis on specific use cases, including senior care and insurance.

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  • DALLAS, March 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Parks Associates' newly released Smart Smoke and CO Detectors: Market Assessment 2024 reveals smart smoke/CO detectors generated $771 million in revenue in the US in 2023, with growth projected to reach $976 million in the US by 2027.
  • Smart Smoke and CO Detectors: Market Assessment 2024 identifies key and emerging players in the market for smart smoke and CO (carbon monoxide) detectors.
  • It follows additional research Parks Associates completed on the insurance and smart home device market, Insurance Opportunities in the Smart Home .
  • These consumers would be responsive to a product bundle including smart smoke/CO detectors and PERS (Personal Emergency Response System).

Fiber Broadband Association Opens Call for Proof of Concept Demonstrations at Fiber Connect 2024

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Thursday, February 29, 2024

The Fiber Broadband Association (FBA) today announced the call for Proof of Concept (PoC) demonstrations at Fiber Connect 2024 in Nashville, Tenn., July 28-31.

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  • The Fiber Broadband Association (FBA) today announced the call for Proof of Concept (PoC) demonstrations at Fiber Connect 2024 in Nashville, Tenn., July 28-31.
  • This year, FBA has partnered with Broadband Forum (BBF) to focus demonstrations on the applications and services that will be leveraged within the Connected Home and are best delivered over fiber broadband.
  • “As more homes are connected to fiber broadband, it is important to ensure that the equipment and devices used to connect the home can interoperate.
  • They provide exciting evolutions for industry specifications, and we’re pleased to work with the Fiber Broadband Association to create the Fiber Connect 2024 PoC Showcase,” said Ken Pyle, Director of Marketing, at the Broadband Forum.

Thirty-three Percent of Households with Insurance Would Switch Providers to Acquire Smart Home Devices

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Thursday, March 7, 2024

DALLAS, March 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Parks Associates' research study, Insurance Opportunities in the Smart Home, finds that one-third of US internet households with homeowner's/renter's insurance would switch providers to acquire smart home devices. The study of 8,000 US internet households investigates consumer preferences for IoT devices that can impact insurance premiums or claims and evaluates the opportunity for IoT growth through the insurance channel.

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  • DALLAS, March 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Parks Associates' research study, Insurance Opportunities in the Smart Home , finds that one-third of US internet households with homeowner's/renter's insurance would switch providers to acquire smart home devices.
  • The study of 8,000 US internet households investigates consumer preferences for IoT devices that can impact insurance premiums or claims and evaluates the opportunity for IoT growth through the insurance channel.
  • Smart home devices can detect and prevent costly damages, particularly rated to water and faulty wiring.
  • Smart home devices can lure customers from their existing insurance providers and attract customers who are new to the home insurance category."

Smart Home Technologies Market Projected to Reach $166.7 Billion by 2028: BCC Research

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Friday, March 1, 2024

BOSTON, March 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Step into the world of Smart Home Technologies: Global Markets, where innovation meets convenience and transforms the way we live. From lights that respond to your voice commands to security systems that ensure peace of mind, smart homes are redefining our relationship with technology. Imagine walking into a room and the lights coming on automatically or unlocking your door with just a tap on your phone – these are just a glimpse of the incredible possibilities this market offers. With companies worldwide creating new and exciting ways to make our homes safer, more efficient, and simply more enjoyable, there's something here for everyone. Whether you dream of a home that knows your preferences or one that can entertain you with a simple command, this global market promises to make your vision a reality.

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  • This report offers a thorough examination of the worldwide smart home technologies market, focusing on networking technology, components, applications, and geographic regions.
  • The report concludes with detailed profiles of key vendors in the global smart home technologies market.
  • Voice-controlled smart home devices like Amazon's Alexa and Google Assistant are gaining popularity, simplifying tasks for millions of households.
  • Key Market Drivers of Smart Home Technologies: Global Markets:
    Growing Acceptance of Smart Home Technology: simply means that more and more people are embracing and using smart devices in their homes.

THE EVOLUTION OF HOUSING: LG UNVEILS ADVANCED AND CUSTOMIZABLE HOME SOLUTIONS AT KBIS 2024

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Tuesday, February 27, 2024

SEOUL, South Korea, Feb. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- LG Electronics (LG) is unveiling an evolved, fully-integrated home experience at the 2024 Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS) in Las Vegas. LG's exhibit highlights a range of advanced residential solutions for a better life at home, including an expanded lineup of premium built-ins, energy-efficient appliances and eco-friendly heat pumps that enable home electrification. Also making an appearance is the LG Smart Home AI Agent, a futuristic and friendly innovation designed for a 'Zero Labor Home.'

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  • Also making an appearance is the LG Smart Home AI Agent, a futuristic and friendly innovation designed for a 'Zero Labor Home.'
  • Visitors can also see sleek solutions from other Signature Kitchen Suite lineups, including the panel-ready Pro Series collection, and the brand's space-efficient compact-size packages.
  • To underscore the brand's 'True to Food' philosophy, LG is hosting cooking demonstrations in the booth's cooking experience area.
  • "The advanced home appliances and cutting-edge technologies we're presenting at KBIS 2024 are designed to meet the needs of any and all users.