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Verdigris, a company that uses AI and connected HVAC technology to make buildings more efficient, has raised million in funding. The funding round, led by DCVC and Solea Energy, will allow Verdigris to continue selling its product. The company has been using IoT and AI to improve building efficiency for several years, and the investment will further support its mission.

Nordic Semiconductor Acquires Atlazo’s IP

Nordic Semiconductor has acquired the intellectual property of Atlazo, a company that specializes in developing low-power MCUs optimized for machine learning. The acquisition will benefit Nordic Semiconductor, as it aligns with their focus on the Internet of Things (IoT) and the growing demand for on-device machine learning. With this move, Nordic Semiconductor is strengthening its expertise in ultra-low power MCUs.

ChargePoint Invests in Network Operations Center

ChargePoint, a company that provides EV charging stations, has developed a network operations center (NOC) to monitor the health of its 243,000 chargers in the United States and Europe. The creation of the NOC is in response to new legislation that requires higher uptime standards for electric vehicle chargers. The investment in monitoring infrastructure is crucial for ensuring reliable and efficient EV charging services.

Debate Surrounding Video Doorbells and Security

A BBC article questions the effectiveness of video doorbells as a security measure. While they can be convenient, porch pirates have found ways to hide their identities, rendering the technology less effective against theft. The article explores different perspectives on the matter.

Shelly Introduces Premium Subscription Option

Shelly, a smart home device maker, has launched a premium subscription service focused on energy management. The service, currently available in Europe, offers subscribers features such as notifications for lights left on, alerts for abnormal energy consumption, and energy consumption monitoring. Shelly claims that the service can reduce electricity bills by up to 18%.

Speculation on Google Nest Spin-outs

According to a report from The Information, Verily, an Alphabet subsidiary, is preparing to stop using Alphabet’s corporate services, potentially paving the way for future spin-outs within the company. This raises speculation about the future of Google Nest, another Alphabet “other bet” division. While this is purely speculative, it could have significant implications for the smart home ecosystem if Google decides to spin out Nest.

New Aqara LED Light Strip Supports Matter

Aqara has released a new LED light strip, the Aqara LED Strip Lights T1, which supports the Matter standard. However, the light strip does not support Adaptive Lighting, a feature that automatically adjusts brightness and color temperature based on the time of day when using Matter. To access this feature, users will need to connect the light strip to an Aqara hub instead.

DIY Non-Cloud Video Doorbell Option

For those interested in a non-cloud video doorbell, a DIY option using an ESP32 and open-source software is available. This project allows users to create a privacy-centric video doorbell that works with Home Assistant and potentially other DIY-style smart home hubs.

New EveCam Expected Soon

German site appgefahren has provided details on the upcoming second-generation EveCam, expected to be unveiled at the IFA event next month. The new webcam has been tested for both 2.4 and 5 GHz Wi-Fi networks and is likely to be a HomeKit-only solution. While Matter support does not currently include webcams, Eve Home products have recently expanded their compatibility beyond HomeKit.

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