GoDaddy donates $500,000 to support the WordPress community

GoDaddy has made a major contribution to the WordPress ecosystem by donating $500,000 to The WP Community Collective. This donation is aimed at supporting WordPress contributors and helping sustain the open-source community that powers a significant portion of the internet.

Team Internet Group PLC: financial performance review for 2024

Team Internet Group PLC has released its financial results for 2024, revealing a mixed performance with a decline in revenue and profit but record-high cash flow. Despite market challenges, the company remains strategically positioned for long-term growth, with notable gains in certain business segments.

WooCommerce rebrands to Woo: what it means for eCommerce and hosting providers

WooCommerce, one of the most well-known eCommerce platforms for WordPress, has recently undergone a significant rebranding. The company has simplified its name to Woo, alongside...

WHOIS is being replaced by RDAP

The long-standing WHOIS system for looking up domain name registration details is coming to an end. Starting January 28, 2025, ICANN will officially replace WHOIS with the Registration Data Access Protocol (RDAP). But don’t worry—this change isn’t happening overnight, and most users won’t notice any immediate disruptions.

World Host Group Acquires A2 Hosting

The shift of World Host Group acquiring A2 Hosting marks a major event in the ever-evolving field of web hosting. Through this acquisition, A2 Hosting...

Namecheap wraps up 2024 with $398M in revenue and 18% growth

Namecheap closed out 2024 just shy of a major milestone, with $398 million in revenue. CEO Richard Kirkendall shared the news on X, noting that this figure includes revenue from their Spaceship platform. While they didn’t quite hit the $400M mark, an 18% year-over-year growth rate is impressive in such a crowded and competitive industry.

TOP 5 web hosting events you should attend in 2025

The web hosting industry is dynamic and full of innovation, making it crucial to stay informed and connected. Attending industry events is not just about keeping up with trends - it's about immersing yourself in a community of experts, innovators, and business leaders who shape the future of hosting.

Is this the end for Shared Hosting? My view

Shared hosting has always been rooted in one core idea: to offer a low-cost, user-friendly solution for hosting websites, accessible even to those with minimal...

Hexonet is shutting down – customers to move to CentralNic Reseller

Hexonet, a well-known domain reseller platform, is shutting down as part of Team Internet Group’s efforts to streamline its operations. The transition will take place over the next few months, with Hexonet customers being migrated to CentralNic Reseller, another platform within the group.

Google introduces .channel domain

Google Registry is set to launch a new top-level domain (TLD), .channel, aimed specifically at content creators. The rollout begins in February, offering creators a...