by Pivot
Author: Telecompetitor
Visionary Broadband Becomes First to Complete NTIA-Funded Middle-Mile Project
The Visionary Broadband project provides high-capacity middle-mile connectivity across a stretch of rural northeast Wyoming where broadband access has historically lagged.
Brightspeed Expands Fiber Access to Texas’ Bell and Coryell Counties
By the end of the Brightspeed buildout, more than 97,500 locations across the Texas communities of Copperas Cove, Gatesville, Killeen, and Nolanville will have access.
NTCA and Other Associates Ask Appropriations to Fund Rural Utilities Service
NTCA joined other associations in a letter in support of sufficient Fiscal Year 2026 funding for the programs overseen by the Rural Utilities Service (RUS) within the USDA.
Kansas Announces Groundbreaking of $43M Freestate Middle-Mile Network
The Freestate Middle-Mile Network will allow providers to connect Kansas communities by enabling broadband infrastructure across Kansas.
Ripple Fiber Announces $2M Project in Harnett County, North Carolina
Funded with $2 million from Harnett County and significant capital contribution from Ripple Fiber, this project will enhance connectivity for several communities.
Fiber Broadband Association Announces New All-Fiber Certified Providers
Since Fiber Connect 2024, eight Fiber Broadband Association members across North America have earned their All Fiber Certification.
UTOPIA Fiber Completes Bountiful City, Utah Fiber Network Ahead of Schedule
After two years of research, Bountiful City made a confident, data-driven decision to own its own fiber network and chose UTOPIA Fiber as its provider.
GoNetspeed to Expand Fiber Network to Barnstable, Massachusetts
GoNetspeed plans to begin construction on the network in 2026, with the first residents and businesses expected to gain access in summer 2026.
Wisconsin Awards $750K From USF to Expand Access to and Affordability of Broadband
The Wisconsin broadband awards include $250,000 from the Lifeline Outreach Grant Program to fund five projects to increase participation in the Lifeline Program.
Ripple Fiber Expands Debt Capacity to $350M to Fuel Fiber Network Growth
In the last year, Ripple Fiber deployed over 170,000 fiber passings across seven states, adding more than 100,000 passings to its network.
BGE Completes IIJA-Funded Middle-Mile Fiber Route
The $15.4 million IIJA grant recognized the BGE approach to strengthening grid resiliency and reliability while delivering value to customers and uplifting communities.
Wire 3 Connects First Ocala, Florida Customers to Fiber Network
In addition to Ocala, Wire 3 currently serves Daytona Beach, Ormond Beach, Holly Hill, New Smyrna Beach, Edgewater, and many more.
Airties Launches “Airties Multi” for MDU Wi-Fi Connectivity
According to the release, Airties Multi can help ISPs deliver superior service, increase customer satisfaction, reduce churn, and improve their bottom line.
GoNetspeed Announces Expansion of Fiber Network to Newport, Rhode Island
Newport signifies a significant milestone for the company, as Rhode Island is the tenth state in the growing footprint of the GoNetspeed network.
Metronet to Expand Fiber Network to Tulsa, Oklahoma
Tulsa marks the second Metronet community in Oklahoma, as they began construction in Broken Arrow in August and launched fiber service there in February.
Hunter Communications to Expand Fiber Network to Salem, Oregon
Following recent growth and success in downtown Eugene, Oregon, Hunter will also continue to expand its commercial service with speeds up to 10 Gbps.
Fidium Expands Fiber Network in Enosburgh, Vermont
Fidium representatives will be visiting the community in the coming weeks, participating in the Vermont Dairy Festival and other local events.
Metronet to Expand Fiber Network to Mount Pleasant, Wisconsin
Metronet is expanding across Wisconsin, with service available or under construction in Holmen, Janesville, La Crosse, and Onalaska.
Comcast Advertising Introduces AI Platform for Small and Local Businesses
Since this solution has been available to Comcast Advertising advertisers, thousands of new video creatives have been built for advertisers.
Connected Nation Launches Kansas’ First Internet Exchange Point at Wichita State University
The Connected Nation and Wichita State facility’s Internet Exchange (IX) platform will be managed in collaboration with DE-CIX.
Syntrio to Launch Fiber Network in Aledo, Texas
Syntrio is collaborating with the City of Aledo to ensure that construction efforts are as seamless as possible, minimizing any inconvenience to the public.
Astound Broadband Announces $22M Project With Clallam County, Washington
Using the Astound Broadband fiber infrastructure is critical to the success of the project, as it would otherwise exceed the available grant funding.
Brightspeed Expanding Fiber Network to Lima, Ohio
By the end of Brightspeed’s full buildout, more than 34,000 locations across Allen County, Ohio will have access to the Brightspeed fiber network.
Mediacom Launches Multi-Gig Fiber Network in Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Mediacom has begun activating the new network on a neighborhood-by-neighborhood basis in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.