Web Hosting News & Industry Updates
Breaking news, M&A deals, pricing moves, security alerts and in-depth analysis for the web hosting industry — 643 articles across 14 categories.
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M&A
Thirty Deals in Six Months: The H1 2026 Hosting Consolidation Map, and the Two Clocks Driving What Sells Next
H1 2026 produced a US$1B Polish hosting-commerce merger, a $450M registrar champion, serial buyers closing two deals apiece within a fortnight, and a $40B data-centre record, while Google's AdSense shutdown forced Sedo and Team Internet to market. The map, the multiples, and the debt walls pushed to 2028-2029.
GoDaddy Q2 2026: More Revenue From the Same Customers
Industry reports #airo#arpu
GoDaddy's Q2 2026: revenue up 6.6%, EPS up 30%, customers up by just 22,000. ARPU, upsell and an $851.8 million buyback are doing the work, and the segment split shows domains and hosting growing slowest of all.
The Hosting Price Squeeze, Part 3: The Playbook
Expert's Voice #control-panel#pricing
In the final part of the series, BrandForge CEO Michiel Grotenhuis turns to the practical question: what do you actually do about rising hosting costs? He borrows from streaming, SaaS, and retail, shares what the community is doing, and argues for reducing dependence on any single vendor.
The Renewal Multiplier Index: What Hosting Costs After the Intro Price
Pricing updates #bluehost#hostinger
First edition of our quarterly index, measured July 29: SiteGround renews at up to 5.3x, the price-lock club at 1.0x, and GoDaddy, HostGator, and Namecheap mid-band at 1.7–3.7x. At every provider with a full plan range, the entry plan renews at a higher multiple than the top plan.
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New companies join our hosting jobs platform
Today, we're pleased to officially welcome three new companies to our list of featured employers: Web Hosting Canada, AEserver Group, and Cloud86. These companies now appear alongside well-known names such as GoDaddy, Hostinger, Kinsta, Namecheap, SiteGround, and World Hosting Group.
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Top 7 sessions you can’t miss at WordCamp Europe 2025
WordCamp Europe 2025 will take place from June 5–7 in Basel, Switzerland. It’s the biggest WordPress event in Europe, gathering users, developers, and entrepreneurs from all over the world. With multiple tracks
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Hosting.com: the story behind a global hosting brand
Seb de Lemos didn’t mean to start one of the world’s fastest-growing hosting companies. Like many in the industry, he began at home, "playing around with computers in my parents’ house" as he says. What started as a teenage experiment eventually became a global brand managing millions of websites: World Host Group.
Industry reports
GoDaddy shows Q1 2025 growth
GoDaddy has published its financial results for the first quarter of 2025. The company showed solid growth across most areas, even though net income dropped compared to last year due to a large one-time tax benefit in 2024.
M&A
A2 Hosting has officially rebranded as Hosting.com
In a move that marks a significant milestone for one of the web hosting industry's most recognized and respected names, A2 Hosting has officially rebranded as Hosting.com. This transformation isn't just a cosmetic change — it's a powerful leap into the future, backed by strategic vision, enhanced infrastructure, and global ambition.
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Nordic Domain Days 2025 – Day 3: Security, Standards, and Forward Thinking
The final day of Nordic Domain Days 2025 at Clarion Stockholm maintained the high energy and insight-driven focus of the entire conference, with a deep dive into policy, security, and technical innovation. Attendees were welcomed with coffee and conversations, ready to tackle a packed program centered on DNS abuse, NIS2, and future-focused tech.
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Nordic Domain Days 2025 – Day 2: Business, Innovation, and a Birthday Party to Remember!
Day 2 of Nordic Domain Days 2025 at Clarion Stockholm set a high standard, blending serious business discussions with world-class networking and unforgettable celebrations. The day began early with doors opening at 08:30, where attendees picked up their badges, enjoyed fresh coffee, and set the tone for a day packed with learning.
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Nordic Domain Days Kicks Off with Connection, Celebration, and a Lot of Singing
The first day of Nordic Domain Days 2025 set the tone perfectly for an exciting week ahead, blending business, networking, and a good dose of fun — all done the Nordic way.
Industry reports
Web.com is shutting down: Newfold moves customers to Network Solutions
There’s a big change coming in the industry. Newfold Digital – the company behind brands like Bluehost, HostGator, and Network Solutions – announced today that it is closing the Web.com brand. In the next few weeks, all Web.com customer accounts will be moved to Network Solutions.
M&A
World Host Group acquires FastComet
World Host Group is on the move again. Just four months after partnering with A2 Hosting, the global platform has now acquired FastComet — a high-performance hosting provider known for its developer-first tools and hands-on support. But what’s driving these moves, and what does it mean for the industry?
Industry reports
OVHcloud shows its strength
Sustainability remains a core part of the OVHcloud identity. The company recently improved its score in S&P Global’s Corporate Sustainability Assessment by 10 points, placing it in the top 16 percent of the industry. It’s a rare blend of high performance and high principle—a combination that many modern tech buyers are increasingly prioritizing.
Mass phishing targeting hosting companies — how domain renewal scams work and how to stay safe
In recent months, we’ve seen a dramatic rise in phishing attempts targeting hosting company customers. The pattern is simple: someone impersonates a known brand and sends a fake email urging the recipient to urgently renew a domain or hosting service. Everything looks very professional — logos, formatting, and even links that lead to websites nearly identical to the originals.
Industry reports
Automattic launches AI site builder
There’s a quiet but powerful change happening in the world of website building. Step by step, one company after another is switching from traditional drag-and-drop tools to smart, AI-powered builders. This week, Automattic – the company behind WordPress.com – joined the race in a big way.
Software reviews
Imunify releases WordPress plugin – security visibility directly in the admin panel
Imunify has introduced a new WordPress plugin that allows website owners to monitor the activity of Imunify360 protection directly from the WordPress admin panel. Until now, most users were unaware that their websites were being actively protected, as all security features were only accessible through the hosting control panel. That is now changing.
Industry reports
Top 8 Talks at Atarim Summit
From April 7-11, 2025, the digital world will gather online for Atarim Summit, a FREE event packed with expert insights, strategies, and future-focused conversations about the web design and agency industry. Whether you’re a solo freelancer or part of a growing digital team, this summit offers a unique chance to learn from global leaders – all from the comfort of your screen.
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Why is the Web Agency Summit important for hosters?
Web hosting companies and web agencies are part of the same ecosystem. Agencies build websites, and those websites need hosting. It’s a clear connection. In many cases, agencies are actually the biggest
Industry reports
Rocket.net hits 1000% growth in hosting
Rocket.net was ranked number 9 on the 2025 Inc. Regionals: Southeast list. This list highlights the fastest-growing private companies in the southeastern United States, including Florida, Georgia, Tennessee, Louisiana, and more.
Industry reports
DreamHost and Bunny.net are redefining CDN for WordPress
The internet is a race. A race for speed, for engagement, for the attention span of a user who can bounce in the blink of an eye. In this digital landscape, content delivery networks (CDNs) aren’t just a “nice to have”—they’re a strategic necessity. And for WordPress hosting providers, the bar has been raised higher than ever.
Expert's Voice
Building a winning sales team for the web hosting and cloud industry
If you’re serious about building a world-class sales team in the web hosting and cloud industry, you need to throw out the old playbook. Forget about hiring people who try to appeal to everyone or push as many leads through the pipeline as possible.
CloudFest
Why did BotGuard rebrand to Blackwall and what is their mission?
Blackwall, the cybersecurity company formerly known as BotGuard, is entering a new chapter. With a fresh name, ambitious global plans, and a sharp focus on pre-server website protection, the company is positioning itself as a strong player in the increasingly crowded security landscape.