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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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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Spaceship’s new initiative: listening to customer feedback for a better user experience
Here’s an in-depth look at how Spaceship’s customer-centric approach is not only fostering a collaborative environment but also paving the way for a more responsive and user-friendly platform.
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.XYZ registry celebrates a decade of remarkable growth and success
On Sunday, June 2, the .XYZ Registry will celebrate its 10th anniversary, marking a decade of exceptional growth and success. Founded by Daniel Negari, .XYZ has risen from a single top-level domain
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GoDaddy announces another NameFind domain auction
GoDaddy is set to host another NameFind domain name auction this June, following the success of its previous auction held in December. The upcoming auction will start on June 13 at 12:30 ET and conclude on June 20.
Software reviews
ImunifyEmail – A game changer in the world of spam protection
ImunifyEmail is a tool that truly changes the game in the field of outgoing spam protection. With its advanced filtering and monitoring, it effectively protects servers from unauthorized mailings, leading to better server reputation, time and resource savings, and ensuring that emails reach their intended recipients.
CloudFest 2024
Top 5 Speakers at CloudFest USA 2024
Get ready, cloud enthusiasts! CloudFest, the world's biggest cloud computing conference, is taking its show on the road to Austin, Texas, from June 5th to 8th. This isn't just another tech conference – it's a full-on festival of networking, learning, and (let's be honest) some serious fun.
Industry reports
Sharktech’s new DC boosts local connectivity
Sharktech, a prominent cloud hosting provider, recently unveiled its latest data center in Las Vegas. This strategic expansion aims to enhance network performance and address latency issues in the region by keeping local internet traffic within the area, rather than rerouting it through distant nodes like Los Angeles.
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ICANN vs. Namecheap: pricing battle
The ICANN vs. Namecheap case is a pivotal moment in the domain registration industry's evolution. The legal arguments and economic analyses presented in this dispute will likely influence future policies and practices regarding domain name pricing.
Industry reports
Hostinger’s rapid rise explained
Hostinger, a Lithuanian web hosting company, has recently made headlines with its rapid expansion and impressive growth metrics. With a 57% revenue increase, reaching €110.2 million in 2023, Hostinger has become the fifth largest web hosting company globally.
Industry reports
DotMusic delays the launch of its gTLD again
DotMusic, the organization responsible for the new global top-level domain (gTLD) .music, has once again delayed the launch date of its project. This time, the planned general availability date has been pushed back by more than three months—from June 25 to October 8.
Industry reports
InMotion hosting’s new data center
InMotion Hosting, has announced a major development with the launch of its new East Coast Data Center. Located at NTT Global Data Centers in Ashburn, VA, this next-generation facility underscores the company’s commitment to delivering enterprise-grade infrastructure, aimed at enhancing the speed, reliability, and support of their services.
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20 Years of hosting excellence
SiteGround celebrates a remarkable milestone: 20 years in the business. For two decades, SiteGround has been a significant player in the web hosting industry, providing millions of users with reliable and innovative services. This anniversary is not only a testament to the company’s longevity but also to its ability to adapt.
Industry reports
What will be the impact of AI to the web hosting industry?
The latest episode of Konrad's Corner Podcast has featured Christian Jaeger, CEO of WHD Event GmbH. He talks about the renaming of World Hosting Days to CloudFest, the company's current ownership structure, growth plans, the future of the hosting market, and the impact of artificial intelligence on the industry.
M&A
Consolidation season in Europe: group.one buys WebGlobe, Team.blue buys Loopia
The web hosting market in Europe is currently undergoing significant changes, driven by a wave of consolidation. Two high-profile acquisitions - the purchase of WebGlobe by group.one and the acquisition of Loopia
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Elementor has launched its own hosting service. Will it break through against the competition?
Elementor, a popular website builder, is launching a new service – Elementor Hosting. This is a comprehensive hosting solution designed for WordPress users, offering managed hosting with a pre-installed Elementor plugin. In this article, we will take a closer look at this service, compare the available packages, and see how it stacks up against the competition.
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.ART domain celebrates 7th birthday
This month marks a significant milestone for the .ART domain registry as it celebrates its 7th birthday. Since its launch on May 10, 2017, .ART has grown exponentially, becoming the digital home for over 260,000 artists, creators, museums, galleries, and institutions globally.
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Decentralized cloud with VPS AI
The cloud computing industry is witnessing a groundbreaking shift with the introduction of VPS AI, a new contender aiming to decentralize the market, which is predominantly controlled by giants like Amazon Web
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The NetBeacon Institute: a new chapter in combating DNS abuse
The DNS Abuse Institute, known for its dedicated efforts in combating online technical abuse, has recently rebranded itself as the NetBeacon Institute. This rebranding aligns with their flagship product and aims to make their mission clearer and more impactful.
M&A
Squarespace’s bold move: going private in a $6.9 billion deal
Squarespace, the popular website-building platform, is making waves with its decision to go private in a massive $6.9 billion all-cash deal with private equity firm Permira. After nearly three years of turbulence on the public market, this move comes as no surprise to industry insiders.
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Empowering Women in Tech: WorldHost.Group opens new customer service center in Uganda in partnership with Groundbreake
In a world where technology is becoming an increasingly integral part of our lives, we are constantly looking for ways to include different segments of society in this rapidly growing sector. The
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Offering a better analytics as a way to increase revenue from your webhosting business
Did you know that over 250,000 new websites hit the internet every day? It’s a mind-boggling statistic, and one that underlines the opportunities available to web hosting companies as they look to