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Google Nest, Other Android Devices Begin Working with Matter
December 30 - CNet
The universal smart home platform now incorporates android apps and devices. The Thread-based, low-power wi-fi mesh also includes an update to Fast Pair services.
SpotLite360 Expands
December 29 - TMCnet
Their subsidiary E3, will set up shop in Oklahoma. E3 specializes in horticultural and greenhouse controls. The move is motivated by $850,000 contracts with Doc Crispy and Wild Wolf.
Zhaga Book 20 Begins Certifying Devices
December 28 - LED Professional
Controls devices will begin to sport Zhaga and D4i labels. Osram products are the first to do so.
Southwire Invests in Sinclair Digital Services
December 27 - Inside.Lighting
New commercial backing announced for connected DC microgrids. This investment is stated to be part of their Carbon Zero goals.
Z-Wave Bets on Open Source
December 20 - Stacey on IoT
The Z-Wave source code project has been completed and begun porting the code to their first 3rd-party vendor, Exegin Tech.
US Government Accountability Office Calls for Greater Cybersecurity
December 19 - GAO Reports
A GAO-led study in collaboration with the DoE, DHHS, Homeland Security has found that infrastructure-related IoT is need of security improvements.
NRG Energy Buys Vivint
December 16 - Electronics 360
Energy dealer has acquired the smart home device maker for $2.8 million dollars cash. This is part of a broader home service business model NRG is adopting.
Vantage Fixture Alliance Partners with Soraa
December 15 - Electrical News
Korrus’ retrofittable lamp division will begin pairing with vantages controllers and keypads.
Savant Partners with Sunnova
December 14 - tED Magazine
Sunnova’s energy-as-a-service customers can opt into Savant’s load management system beginning on the 1st of January.