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Thrive Holdings, a spin-off of venture firm Thrive Capital, has agreed to acquire home security company ADT: $10 per share, about $7.6 billion in equity, and $15.3 billion total deal value. OpenAI is a partner and investor in Thrive, supplying models and engineers. The deal was announced on October 29, 2026.
Aziz KarimovApple announced the Home Collection line of smart home accessories: security cameras, a video doorbell, an electronic lock, and a thermostat with temperature sensors. The devices were developed in partnership with LG Electronics and Schneider Electric, support Thread, and are controlled via the Home app or Siri.
Sardor QodirovApple announced HomeView — a device with a 7-inch touchscreen, an A18 processor, and a camera for FaceTime, running on the updated voice assistant Siri AI. Also introduced were the A19-based Apple TV 4K, HomePod mini 2, and Apple Home Collection accessories. Sales in the US start on November 13 at a price of $299; the device will not be sold in Europe for the time being.
Sardor QodirovApple introduced HomeView — its first display hub for the smart home at $299 (267 euros), with pre-orders starting on Tuesday. Also announced were the Apple TV 4K with the A19 chip and Siri AI, the HomePod mini 2 speaker in new colors, and the Apple Home Collection accessory line created together with LG Electronics and Schneider Electric, including a smart door lock, thermostats and cameras.
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