Web Hosting News & Industry Updates
Breaking news, M&A deals, pricing moves, security alerts and in-depth analysis for the web hosting industry — 611 articles across 14 categories.
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Januscape and Bad Epoll: Two Linux Flaws That Let One Customer Take Over the Whole Server
Januscape (CVE-2026-53359) lets a guest VM escape to the host and take over co-tenants; Bad Epoll (CVE-2026-46242) lets any unprivileged user reach root with a near-perfect exploit. Both are patched upstream and in AlmaLinux, and for both the only fix is a new kernel and a reboot.
Which Top-Level Domains Are Worth Carrying? The Abuse Data Most Registrars Never Book.
Industry reports #churn#domain
A wide TLD lineup looks like pure margin, but Spamhaus data shows that in extensions like .bond and .lol nearly the whole zone is registered and discarded within months. The reputation, deliverability, and abuse-desk costs are real and unbooked, and ICANN is moving to make them explicit.
GoDaddy Warns It May Exit India Over a Domain-Privacy Ruling
Industry reports #domains#godaddy
A December 2025 Delhi High Court ruling orders registrars to reveal domain owners' details within 72 hours to anyone with a "legitimate interest" and to end default WHOIS privacy. GoDaddy, Namecheap and Hosting Concepts are appealing, and GoDaddy warns it could force registrars to exit India.
Automattic Has Taken Over WebHosting.com. The Plan Is Still a Coming-Soon Page.
M&A #automattic#domains
WebHosting.com, a premium one-word .com long dormant under AT&T, now resolves to an Automattic-branded "coming soon" page, confirming the WordPress parent controls it. There is no announcement, price, or stated plan. The move fits Automattic's broader hosting push, but its plans are unconfirmed.
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OVH opens its first two local zones
OVHcloud is just launching its first two Local Zones in Europe. However, plans go further and by 2026 they want to have as many as 150 Local Zones of their own. We check it out and compare it to the competitor.
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Namecheap further on the warpath with ICANN
In the ever-evolving domain of internet governance, few disputes have captured as much attention as the ongoing tussle between Namecheap, a leading domain name registrar, and ICANN. Today we're going to dig
Industry reports
From web to wallet: GoDaddy and ENS’s revolutionary crypto collaboration
The partnership aims to seamlessly integrate traditional domain names with blockchain technology, enabling more efficient management of cryptocurrency wallets.
M&A
As we might have expected, ICAAN finally approves the transfer of registrar Epik to a new owner.
In the ever-evolving landscape of the internet, domain registrars play a crucial role in shaping the accessibility and management of online spaces. Among these, Epik has stood out for its contentious practices.
Industry reports
Hostinger’s milestone of 2.5 million active clients: a testament to strategic growth
Hostinger's impressive rise from 1.5 million to 2.5 million in just two years. This achievement is not just a number - it is a testament to Hostinger's strategic growth, innovative solutions and customer-centric approach.
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Outrage against GoDaddy as users report domain thefts post-domain search
Reddit scandal involving GoDaddy. Users describe their problems with registering domains that were purchased immediately after check their availability.
Industry reports
Namecheap – double digit growth in 2023
Namecheap, a privately owned domain registrar and services company, has unveiled its financial results for 2023 to Domain Name Wire. In 2023, the company generated a revenue of $335.6 million, marking a
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From Endurance Group to newfold.com: A Journey of Expansion
The web hosting industry is witnessing significant changes with the recent rebranding of EIG (Endurance International Group) as Newfold Digital. This move has raised concerns among webmasters and customers alike, as EIG
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World Host Group: A meteoric rise through strategic acquisitions and growth
In the fast-evolving landscape of web hosting, World Host Group, spearheaded by entrepreneur Panos Kesisis, has carved a remarkable trajectory marked by strategic acquisitions and rapid expansion. The journey unfolds with Kesisis'
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Understanding Wix.com’s Q3 2023 financial report
Wix.com, a leading platform that empowers businesses, communities, and individuals to create an online presence, has recently released its financial report for the third quarter of 2023. In this article, we'll delve
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GoDaddy’s impressive financial performance: A closer look at the Q3 2023 report
GoDaddy, the renowned web hosting and domain registration giant, recently released its financial report for the third quarter of 2023, showcasing robust performance and exceeding expectations. The report highlights various key indicators,