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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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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Miss Group prepares for sale. What lies ahead for the Nordic hosting giant?
Miss Group, a leading Swedish web hosting company, is reportedly preparing for a significant ownership change. Founder Mattias Kaneteg and majority shareholder Perwyn are said to be exploring a sale of the
M&A
HOSTAFRICA takes the lead in Nigeria’s web hosting market
In December 2024, we shared the news of HOSTAFRICA's intent to acquire GO54 (formerly WhoGoHost), one of Nigeria’s key players in web hosting. Today, we are excited to report that the acquisition
Industry reports
OVHcloud’s solid start to 2025
OVHcloud, has kicked off 2025 with a strong financial performance, affirming its annual growth targets. The company’s Q1 FY2025 results highlight solid organic revenue growth, a strong international presence, and significant momentum in both the Private and Public Cloud sectors.
Team Internet faces two takeover proposals
Team Internet Group, a prominent UK-based internet services company, is at the center of attention after receiving two separate takeover proposals. The offers come from private equity firm TowerBrook Capital Partners and fund manager Verdane. Each bidder has proposed a price of 125 pence per share, valuing the company at approximately £315 million. This represents a significant premium compared to its recent share price performance.
Industry reports
.com domain rankings – 2024 update
ICANN recently released the latest .com domain data from Verisign, covering August 2024. This data highlights trends in domain registrations and management across major registrars. Here are the key points from the report.
NameSilo reaches 5 Million active domains
NameSilo has reached an important milestone by managing over 5 million active domains. This achievement makes NameSilo one of the 10 largest domain registrars in the world. According to ICANN, there are nearly 3,000 accredited registrars globally, and NameSilo's rapid growth places it among the top companies in the industry. Customers from over 170 countries use their services.
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European Commission seeks experts for .EU Domain Advisory Group
The European Commission has announced a call for applications to select new members for the .EU Multistakeholder Advisory Group (MAG). This initiative aims to bring together experts from various sectors to guide the governance of the .eu top-level domain (TLD), which currently boasts around 3 million domain names.
M&A
NetArt Group (nazwa.pl) plans €115 Million for acquisitions
NetArt Group, the parent company of nazwa.pl, has announced plans to invest €115 million (500 million PLN) in acquisitions, targeting up to 200,000 new users across Europe. This follows their aggressive consolidation
M&A
HOSTAFRICA acquires GO54 – a new chapter in African web hosting
HOSTAFRICA, a web hosting company founded in 2016, has announced its plans to acquire GO54 (formerly WhoGoHost), one of Nigeria's leading web hosting providers. This acquisition is expected to finalize by January 2025, pending regulatory approvals.
M&A
Kolsquare expands into the Nordics with Woomio acquisition
Kolsquare, Europe's leading influencer marketing platform belonging to team.blue, is taking its innovative approach to influencer marketing further by expanding into the Nordics through the acquisition of Woomio. This move marks an important milestone for the company, only months after joining the team.blue family in October 2024.
M&A
group.one expands its reach in the CEE Region with C4 Webhosting acquisition
Group.one, a leading European provider of web services, has strengthened its position in Central and Eastern Europe (CEE) through the acquisition of C4 Webhosting, a Czech hosting provider operating under Český hosting
Industry reports
The rise of alternative TLDs and key industry trends – Namecheap’s 2024 domain insights
The domain industry continues to change, offering a clear picture of how businesses, individuals, and creators approach their online presence in 2024. Namecheap's latest report highlights some exciting shifts, from the ever-dominant .com to the surprising success of niche and country-code domains.
Industry reports
WP Engine triumphs in legal battle with Automattic
WP Engine, one of the leading companies offering hosting services and tools for websites built on WordPress, shared important news on its LinkedIn profile. The court granted WP Engine’s request for a preliminary injunction, fully restoring access to WordPress.org for the company.
Software reviews
HostBill updates integration with Webuzo
HostBill has introduced a new integration with Webuzo, aimed at making it easier for hosting companies to sell and manage shared hosting. The update allows providers to bill for disk usage, bandwidth, email accounts, databases, and domains, while automating account setup and management.
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Why webhosting still matters in the age of AI
With the rise of social media and artificial intelligence, you might wonder if traditional hosting services are still important. According to GoDaddy CEO, Aman Bhutani, having reliable hosting is crucial for maintaining
M&A
Cyber_Folks acquires 49.9% of Shoper – A strategic move to lead Central and Eastern European e-commerce
Cyber_Folks, a key player in the technology market, has recently signed a preliminary agreement to acquire 49.9% of Shoper shares for a total value of PLN 547.5 million. Shoper, known for its leading SaaS-based e-commerce solutions in Poland, will continue to be listed on the Warsaw Stock Exchange.
Industry reports
NetApp and Vultr collaboration
NetApp has officially joined the Vultr Cloud Alliance, a partnership that combines expertise from various technology providers to meet the growing demand for adaptable AI and cloud services. The move has sparked discussions across the tech industry about its potential impact.
Verisign extends .com contract with ICANN
Verisign, the company that manages the .com domain, recently extended its contract with ICANN (Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers). This six-year deal gives Verisign the authority to continue operating the .com top-level domain. But there’s more to this story than just a contract renewal.
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NamesCon Global 2025: announced in Miami!
The NamesCon Global 2025 conference is officially set to take place in Miami, Florida, on November 5th and 6th. This marks a big move from its previous venue in Austin, Texas. The event will be hosted at the iconic Ice Palace, situated in Miami’s vibrant Art and Entertainment District. The venue’s unique charm adds a fresh touch to the annual gathering for domain investors, developers, and service providers.
Industry reports
Rocket.net partners with WP Rocket
Exciting news for WordPress users! Rocket.net, a managed WordPress hosting platform, has announced a partnership with WP Rocket, a popular plugin designed to improve website speed. This collaboration promises faster websites and better experiences for visitors.