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The Z-Wave Alliance is a standards development organization dedicated to developing and advancing Z-Wave technology as an open and internationally recognized ITU standard (G.9959) for #smarthome and #IoT solutions. Visit z-wavealliance.org.
Meet your ZWA Board Member: Ben Garcia of Trident IoT. With 20+ years of leadership across #connected devices and #IoT, Ben has guided complex technologies from early innovation to global commercialization. Leaders like Ben help ensure the continued growth and evolution of the #ZWave ecosystem.
The #FCC is considering reclassifying the license-exempt sub-gigahertz frequencies used by most long-range #smartdevices for high-power #5G applications and remove interference protections for the low-power devices using the spectrum. It would be a chilling blow to US tech: tinyurl.com/5n6k9a88
#ZWave continues to advance secure, low-power mesh networking while supporting an open, global ecosystem. Our Chair of the Board Avi Rosenthal highlights why multiple interoperable standards are essential to driving innovation and long-term growth on Forbes: www.forbes.com/sites/paulla...
Heading to Light + Building next week? Get the latest insights on #ZWLR, connect with industry colleagues and discover new partnership opportunities and at our happy hour on 3/10 at 6 PM at the Frankfurt Marriott. Space is limited so secure your spot now: z-wavealliance.org/eve/z-wave-a...
From large-scale projects to new #ZWave and ZWLR products, the Z-Wave ecosystem continues to grow across Europe. Ahead of Light + Building next week, see how Z-Wave remains well positioned to power the next phase of #smarthome and building innovation in the EU: z-wavealliance.org/news_p/z-wav...
Part of the #Zwave 2025B Specification offers better support for simulating advanced device behaviors including scheduling logic, time-based actions, and credential management. Learn how the recent updates enhance certification for #IoTdevelopers: z-wavealliance.org/introducing-...
Smart Home Expo returns on April 28-30, 2026 at the Jio World Convention Centre, Mumbai with a stronger mix of #smarthome tech, building automation, #AV, smart security, lighting, and the connected systems that bring projects to life. Register now: z-wavealliance.org/eve/smart-ho...
With #ZWLR, devices can reach up to 1.5 miles of wireless range while still supporting long-lasting, coin-cell battery operation through dynamic power control. Learn how extended range and optimized power are transforming #ZWave networks in the ZWLR whitepaper: z-wavealliance.org/z-wave-long-...
If you're attending #LB2026 in Frankfurt, wrap up your show day with the #ZWave Alliance at a relaxed networking event to connect with smart home pros over snacks and drinks on March 10, 2026 from 6-8 pm at the Marriot Hotel. Reserve your spot now: z-wavealliance.org/eve/z-wave-a...
Trident IoT and Semtech partnered to deliver a comprehensive multi-protocol connectivity development platform. Learn how this helps reduce fragmentation for #IoT developers while accelerating time-to-market across smart home, security, and industrial IoT sectors: z-wavealliance.org/news_p/tride...
Shoutout to Daniel Matosian for stepping in at the CES 2026 #ZWave Alliance panel when a colleague couldn’t attend. Drawing on his work on the UCCC, Dan brought valuable insight to the discussion. We’re grateful for partners like Dan who embody the collaborative spirit driving our ecosystem forward.
5 key strengths of #ZWave: Low-power, Battery-operated with batteryless devices coming, Encryption, Backwards compatibility and #Interoperability. Hear more about Z-Wave's applications and use cases from our Chair of the Board Avi Rosenthal: www.youtube.com/watch?v=UM6w...
With 4,500+ #ZWave certified devices and 125+ Z-Wave Long Range devices in market, Z-Wave powers 100M+ devices in 30M+ homes worldwide, making it the leading low-power mesh networking technology in multifamily housing. Help shape the future of interoperable #IoT: z-wavealliance.org/join-z-wave-...
Dr. #ZWave explores today’s silicon landscape, key tradeoffs, and practical considerations when selecting the right Z-Wave SoC for your design. If you’re building end devices or controllers, gain actionable insights grounded in decades of hands-on experience: z-wavealliance.org/a-z-wave-dev...
For 15 years, Z-Wave has helped transform monitored security into a true smart-home platform. Join us at #ISCWest for the Z-Wave Networking & Happy Hour as we bring together and celebrate the pioneers and leaders who had the foresight to adopt #ZWave early: z-wavealliance.org/eve/z-wave-n...
Smart technology is becoming true infrastructure and the momentum around secure, scalable, interoperable wireless continues to grow. Chair of the Board Avi Rosenthal shares insights on how #ZWave is shaping the future of #smarthomes and buildings: z-wavealliance.org/z-wave-ise-2...
You don’t need internet for a #smarthome, and BGR highlights why local control still matters. It shows how Z-Wave devices, like the Zooz Z-Wave dimmer, continue to work reliably even when the cloud goes down: www.bgr.com/2048086/can-...
Our Chair of the Board Avi Rosenthal breaks down the potential impacts of reclassifying the lower 900 MHz frequency band for a 5G PNT solution. Gutting the efficacy of the wireless #security, #automation, and safety devices we rely on is too high a price to pay. Get involved: tinyurl.com/crdwzyym
With support for 4,000 devices on a single network and direct hub-to-device communication, #ZWLR dramatically reduces system complexity, opening the door for large deployments across applications without sacrificing reliability or #interoperability. Learn more: z-wavealliance.org/z-wave-long-...
Attending Light + Building 2026 in Frankfurt? End your day with the #ZWave Alliance at a networking evening with #smarthome professionals from across the ecosystem. A great opportunity to network, reconnect, and unwind after a full day on the show floor. RSVP: z-wavealliance.org/eve/z-wave-a...
Meet your ZWA Board Member: John Bartucci of Fortune Brands Innovations brings a rare blend of senior leadership, engineering, product management, and sales experience. John’s strategic clarity and customer-focused approach help guide the continued growth and impact of the #ZWave ecosystem.
On the Technical Difficulties Podcast, our Chair of Board Avi Rosenthal shared why #ZWave has been successful: "Our application layer... is bar none the best in the industry." Hear Avi break down Z-Wave's strengths and the benefits for users: www.youtube.com/watch?v=UM6w...
#CES highlighted an important evolution of the #ZWave protocol: recognizing batteryless devices, allowing them to remain sleepy on the network without being dropped as inactive nodes. See how this opens the door for more sustainable, maintenance-free devices: www.locksmithledger.com/electronics-...
Multifamily #accesscontrol is evolving beyond one-size-fits-all solutions, and #ZWave is helping lead that shift. See how Z-Wave helps multifamily operators future-proof their investments and simplify building management with interoperability and flexibility: z-wavealliance.org/multifamily-...
In our recent blog, we explore how #ZWave enables reliable, interoperable connectivity between #energymanagement systems and HVAC equipment to help optimize energy usage, improve comfort, and support smarter, more responsive buildings. z-wavealliance.org/ems-hvac-int...
Europe’s largest modular smart residential building used #ZWave to deliver scalable and adaptable #smartliving from day one. See how Z-Wave’s interoperable ecosystem provided the ability to standardize smart infrastructure without limiting resident choice: z-wavealliance.org/europe-modul...
Our new ZWLR whitepaper explores how extended range, increased scalability, and seamless coexistence with #ZWave mesh unlock new opportunities for MDUs, hospitality, and light commercial deployments. learn how ZWLR is shaping the future of wireless #IoT: z-wavealliance.org/z-wave-long-...
As a Z-Wave Alliance Board member, Colin Cureton of Silicon Labs helps ensure #ZWave continues to meet the evolving needs of the #smarthome ecosystem, supporting the Alliance’s mission to drive interoperable, secure, and future-ready smart home technology.
#CES 2026 put a spotlight on two major #ZWave milestones: the rapid momentum behind Z-Wave Long Range and the introduction of the new Wake on Event End Node role type.
These advancements signal an exciting new chapter for scalable, innovative Z-Wave solutions: z-wavealliance.org/ces-2026-rec...
As the most widely used low power mesh networking #technology in the multifamily housing market, #ZWave is positioned for significant growth globally due to its support for a broad range of #interoperable devices.
Join the Z-Wave Alliance: z-wavealliance.org/join-z-wave-...