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Hosting Is the Next Layer AI Will Transform – Vito Peleg, CEO of Atarim
Vito Peleg of Atarim on why he reads AI as the biggest opportunity hosting has had in fifteen years, how today's vibe coders mirror the server-in-the-bedroom generation that built today's hosting market, and why reactive agencies feel like a tax while proactive ones win.
Hetzner Has Now Raised Prices Three Times in 2026. This One Is Different.
Hetzner announced its third price move of 2026 on May 27, effective June 15. New orders only, portfolio standardised into -1/-2/-3 tiers, and a new Limited tier introduces hardware segmentation as a structural market shift. Other European hosts will face pressure to follow.
Cloudflare Called It AI Restructuring. Every Hosting Company Faces the Same Decision.
Cloudflare cut 1,100 employees (20% of headcount) on a $639.8M record revenue day and used a "builders, sellers, measurers" framework that maps directly onto hosting operations. Billing, support triage, and compliance are where AI closed the gap. The advantage goes to who acts first.
WordCamp Europe 2026: A Hosting Industry Guide to the Schedule
WordCamp Europe 2026 opens June 4 in Kraków with Contributor Day plus two conference days. The Inside WordPress 7.0 panel anchors Friday. Hosting-specific sessions cover stress testing, secure hosting, DDoS, and CERN's 800-site migration. Over a dozen hosting companies sponsor.
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EURid’s Q3 2024 report summary
EURid's Q3 2024 report highlights impressive progress in key areas, showcasing their ongoing commitment to a secure and sustainable internet landscape. With a renewed certification under the EU Eco-Management and Audit Scheme (EMAS), EURid reaffirms its dedication to environmental responsibility.
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CyberPanel vulnerability incident
Today, on the pages of WebHostingTalk.com, a user reported a troubling issue with CyberPanel, drawing immediate attention from the community. The user, “mobin,” shared details of an unusual CPU spike on their server, which, upon investigation, turned out to be the result of crypto-mining malware running with root-level permissions.
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Public launch of the .MUSIC domain
The long-awaited public launch of the .MUSIC domain was officially announced through the registry's social media channels. Earlier this year, in May, the registry had already hinted at the upcoming release, revealing key dates for the domain's general availability. Now, the public can finally access the domain. https://twitter.com/dotmusic/status/1843697660387307570 The .MUSIC domain is a significant development
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Identity Digital joins forces with Government of Anguilla to manage .AI domain
Identity Digital announced on their LinkedIn profile that they have entered into a significant partnership with the Government of Anguilla (GOA) to manage the .AI domain. This deal is a key move for both parties, as the .AI domain has grown considerably due to the rise of artificial intelligence technologies. The partnership involves Identity Digital
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The number of .ai domain registrations surpasses 500,000
The .ai domain, the country code top-level domain (ccTLD) for Anguilla, has reached a major milestone by surpassing half a million registrations. According to the latest data, as of October 1, 2024, there are 533,068 .ai domains registered.
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WebPros and Vultr introduce WP Squared on Vultr Marketplace
WebPros, the company behind well-known hosting management platforms like cPanel and Plesk, has teamed up with Vultr, a global cloud infrastructure provider, to launch WP Squared. This new solution aims to simplify WordPress site management, particularly for agencies, hosting providers, and developers. WP Squared offers features such as automated security updates, streamlined domain management, and
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Verisign agrees to implement .com domain takedown rules
Verisign has agreed to incorporate new rules regarding the takedown of abusive .com domains as part of its upcoming registry contract with ICANN. The proposed contract, now open for public comment, may have significant financial implications across the domain industry. It also introduces several technical changes in how the .com domain is managed. One of
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Is WPEngine the first company to pay extortion to WordPress?
It looks like a new chapter has opened in the WordPress ecosystem, and it's not about innovation or community support. WP Engine, one of the largest WordPress hosting companies, is being pressured by Automattic, the company behind WordPress, to pay what looks like extortion money. Automattic, led by Matt Mullenweg, is demanding millions of dollars
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NameHero introduces new VPS hosting solutions for resellers
CloudShield is designed specifically to meet the evolving needs of Managed Service Providers (MSPs), resellers, and web hosts, offering a cloud hosting solution with enhanced features that aim to improve performance, security, and scalability.
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Interesting results of AI implementation at Hostinger – an example for the web hosting industry?
Many hosting companies are exploring how to effectively integrate AI into their services and overall operations, aiming to improve efficiency and enhance the customer experience. Hostinger is one such company that has made significant progress by implementing its AI assistant, Kodee, to streamline customer interactions and automate routine tasks.
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DigitalOcean announces new spaces object storage in London
DigitalOcean has launched its Spaces Object Storage in the London data center (LON1). This makes it easier for users in the UK and Europe to store their data locally, improving speed and access for their customers.
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Amazon launches .deal and .now TLD
Amazon is expanding its digital footprint with the launch of two new top-level domains (TLDs): .deal and .now. After a significant delay, the tech giant is finally rolling out these domains, nearly eight years after they were initially delegated by ICANN.
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GoDaddy’s smart strategies push its market value to new highs
GoDaddy’s Q2 2024 results show a company making strides in a competitive market. The strong performance in Applications & Commerce reflects the success of GoDaddy's innovative strategies, particularly in AI and global expansion. However, while the company is gaining ground in new areas, there’s still room for improvement in boosting growth within its core hosting
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The 2023 .EU domain landscape: a year of strategic growth, innovation, and sustainability
The year 2023 has been a pivotal one for EURid, the registry manager for the .eu, .ею, and .ευ domain names. Despite facing a slight decline in total domain registrations, EURid has shown resilience through strategic growth, technological innovation, a strong commitment to environmental sustainability, and a solid financial performance.
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The state of domain names in Q2 2024: a comprehensive analysis
As of Q2 2024, the total number of domain name registrations stood at 362.4 million, reflecting a stable market compared to Q1 2024. This stability is noteworthy amidst the fluctuating digital landscape. On a year-over-year basis, domain registrations have increased by 5.8 million, marking a 1.6% growth.
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000webhost shuts down after 17 years
The closure of 000webhost is a symbol of the end of an era in internet history. For 17 years, this platform was an oasis for those who wanted to start their journey in web development without incurring costs. Despite its ups and downs, 000webhost was a true legend of free hosting. Its closure marks a time when user expectations are rising, and technology is continuously evolving.
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Sofina’s strategic investment in team.blue: a boost for European SMBs
Recently, there has been a lot of buzz in the digital solutions industry about team.blue. From securing significant investments to expanding through strategic acquisitions, team.blue is making waves across Europe. Today, Sofina, a global investment company, announced a direct, minority investment in team.blue. This investment comes in collaboration with Hg, a leading investor in European software and services, and CPP Investments, further cementing team.blue's position as a major player in the European digital landscape.
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Spaceship wants to revolutionize domain research with its own WHOIS tool
In a groundbreaking move, Spaceship, in collaboration with Namecheap, has unveiled a free Whois history tool available on Spaceship.com. This tool marks a significant advancement in the accessibility and transparency of domain ownership information, offering users a comprehensive view of historical Whois data without the need for any login or prior association with Spaceship. However, there is one “but,” which I will speak about in a moment.
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SharedGrid announces new data centre in Ashburn
SharedGrid has recently announced on LinkedIn the launch of their new data centre located in Ashburn, Virginia, USA. This expansion marks a significant step for the company, enhancing their hosting capabilities and offering clients more robust and efficient services.
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New opportunities for agencies with Bluehost Cloud
In the ever-evolving world of web hosting, agencies are constantly on the lookout for solutions that offer reliability, performance, and ease of use. Bluehost Cloud, leveraging the technology of WP Cloud from Automattic, is emerging as a game-changer in this space. This article delves into how Bluehost Cloud is tailored to meet the needs of