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A Vercel for Africa? HOSTAFRICA’s HCode Runs in South Africa
HOSTAFRICA launched HCode on November 5 as its answer to platforms like Vercel, with prices in local currencies across six African countries. The apps run in South Africa. HCode, a rebranded version of the Zanode platform HOSTAFRICA bought in May, starts at R50, or about $3, a month.
Monarx Reviewed 65 Hosts: 10 of 12 Large Hosting Brands Sell Website Security Add-Ons
Partners #cybersecurity#monarx
Monarx's review of 65 hosting providers finds 37 including advanced website protection at no extra cost, 31 selling a separate security product and 18 doing both. Mass-market brands lean toward add-ons, while managed WordPress hosts mostly build protection into the plan.
Who Owns Europe’s Largest Hosting Markets: IONOS Controls the Leader in Germany, Poland and Spain
Industry reports #domains#europe
The four largest Swiss-owned hosts hold 39.8% of .ch domains, while the UK has one British-owned operator among its eight largest. We matched the leading operators in Europe's eight largest domain markets with their owners, and IONOS owns the leader in three of them.
DreamHost Confirms File Manager Breach. FTP/SFTP and Some Webmail Credentials Were Exposed
Security #cybersecurity#dreamhost
A security breach prompted DreamHost's October 23 File Manager shutdown and password resets. An attacker exploited third-party software behind the tool and could access FTP/SFTP credentials of users who signed in, plus some webmail logins. Well under 10% of email and FTP/SFTP accounts were affected.
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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.
Expert's Voice
Shared hosting tips in Indonesia
Indonesia is one of the fastest-growing digital markets in the world, driven by a large population, increasing internet penetration, and a dynamic business environment. With a rapidly evolving digital landscape, businesses must navigate language preferences, diverse payment systems, customer service expectations, and regulatory changes to succeed.
CloudFest
What is the Secure Hosting Alliance? Explained by David Snead
The Secure Hosting Alliance (SHA) is an initiative that brings together hosting companies and industry experts to increase responsibility among hosting service providers. David Snead, Director of the Secure Hosting Alliance, spoke with Konrad Keck to explain how SHA operates and why it's important.
Expert's Voice
Hosting Client Paying Late or Not Paying – What Do You Do?
As a hosting business owner, few things can be as frustrating as a client who consistently pays late—or worse, refuses to pay at all. If you're a web hosting provider, freelancer, or
Major Cybersecurity Shakeup: Sectigo Acquires Entrust’s Certificate Business
In a strategic move to expand its enterprise customer base and address evolving industry challenges, cybersecurity firm Sectigo has acquired Entrust’s public certificate business. The acquisition comes at a crucial time, following major browser vendors' decisions to distrust Entrust’s certificates due to compliance issues.
CloudFest
CloudFest 2025: 8 talks you can’t miss
CloudFest 2025 is almost here! From March 17-20, Europa-Park in Germany will be the place to be for anyone in the hosting and cloud industry. Thousands of experts, developers, and business leaders will meet to learn, share ideas, and shape the future of web hosting.
Expert's Voice
Expert’s Voice: Cloud hosting VS Traditional VPS Hosting: How to save $450k/month
Choosing the right hosting can drastically cut costs and avoid unexpected bills. Cloud hosting offers pay-as-you-go flexibility and automatic scaling, while VPS hosting provides fixed resources and predictable pricing. Here's what you
Industry reports
Tucows wins .IN Registry contract and reports financial results
Tucows, a well-known internet services company, has secured a major contract to manage India’s .IN domain registry. This is a big win for the company, as it replaces GoDaddy, the previous service provider. The transition will involve moving around 4 million domain names, making it the largest migration in domain registry history.
Industry reports
Hostinger Horizons: a new AI web app builder
Hostinger has announced the launch of Hostinger Horizons, a no-code AI-powered tool for building and publishing web apps. Unlike other AI website builders, Hostinger Horizons focuses on interactive web applications, not just static websites. The platform aims to simplify web app creation, making it accessible to users without coding knowledge.
Expert's Voice
Expert’s Voice: Is the Shift to Managed Services Inevitable for Web Hosts?
Web hosting is evolving—discover why Managed Services are the future, offering automation, security, and efficiency for businesses of all sizes.
Industry reports
DreamHost expands with a new data center
DreamHost, a company known for hosting and domain services, has opened its first data center outside the United States. The new facility in Amsterdam, Netherlands, is set to improve website speed and reliability for many users.
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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.
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