Web Hosting News & Industry Updates
Breaking news, M&A deals, pricing moves, security alerts and in-depth analysis for the web hosting industry — 812 articles across 14 categories.
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Software reviews
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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Stock reports
Team Internet Group PLC: financial performance review for 2024
Team Internet Group PLC has released its financial results for 2024, revealing a mixed performance with a decline in revenue and profit but record-high cash flow. Despite market challenges, the company remains strategically positioned for long-term growth, with notable gains in certain business segments.
WooCommerce rebrands to Woo: what it means for eCommerce and hosting providers
WooCommerce, one of the most well-known eCommerce platforms for WordPress, has recently undergone a significant rebranding. The company has simplified its name to Woo, alongside a redesigned logo, a refined color scheme,
Industry reports
WHOIS is being replaced by RDAP
The long-standing WHOIS system for looking up domain name registration details is coming to an end. Starting January 28, 2025, ICANN will officially replace WHOIS with the Registration Data Access Protocol (RDAP). But don’t worry—this change isn’t happening overnight, and most users won’t notice any immediate disruptions.
Industry reports
World Host Group Acquires A2 Hosting
The shift of World Host Group acquiring A2 Hosting marks a major event in the ever-evolving field of web hosting. Through this acquisition, A2 Hosting also complements the broader trends of the
Industry reports
Namecheap wraps up 2024 with $398M in revenue and 18% growth
Namecheap closed out 2024 just shy of a major milestone, with $398 million in revenue. CEO Richard Kirkendall shared the news on X, noting that this figure includes revenue from their Spaceship platform. While they didn’t quite hit the $400M mark, an 18% year-over-year growth rate is impressive in such a crowded and competitive industry.
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TOP 5 web hosting events you should attend in 2025
The web hosting industry is dynamic and full of innovation, making it crucial to stay informed and connected. Attending industry events is not just about keeping up with trends - it's about immersing yourself in a community of experts, innovators, and business leaders who shape the future of hosting. These events provide incredible opportunities to learn, share ideas, and build valuable partnerships.
Industry reports
Is this the end for Shared Hosting? My view
Shared hosting has always been rooted in one core idea: to offer a low-cost, user-friendly solution for hosting websites, accessible even to those with minimal technical expertise. This simple yet revolutionary concept
Industry reports
Hexonet is shutting down – customers to move to CentralNic Reseller
Hexonet, a well-known domain reseller platform, is shutting down as part of Team Internet Group’s efforts to streamline its operations. The transition will take place over the next few months, with Hexonet customers being migrated to CentralNic Reseller, another platform within the group.
Industry reports
Google introduces .channel domain
Google Registry is set to launch a new top-level domain (TLD), .channel, aimed specifically at content creators. The rollout begins in February, offering creators a new way to establish their online presence
Industry reports
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