Nest and ADT team up on smarter home security installs

Google and monitored security firm ADT have cut a deal that will see Nest products offered by pro-installers and, over time, promise more useful alerts. As part of the agreement, described as “a long-term, strategic partnership,” Google will invest $450 million into ADT. Launched back in 1874, ADT now offers professionally-installed security systems and smart home platforms. The company has …