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Home Security Trends: A Wall Street Journal Highlight

The Ultrawealthy Are Doubling Down on Home Security

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By Kerry Barger

Feb. 13, 2026 3:25 pm ET

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In an era of high-profile violence, the wealthy are investing heavily in their personal security—especially when it comes to their homes.

Take entrepreneur David Widerhorn. The 38-year-old recently built a heavily secured home in Scottsdale, Ariz., that he’s now trying to sell for $15 million. The house has 32 casino-grade cameras with AI-powered facial and vehicle recognition capabilities. There is also a laser-intrusion detection system around the perimeter.

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