Internet Service Provider (ISP) stories

Superloop has been named Australia’s fastest fixed network by Ookla for H1 2025, topping consumer speed tests with superior download, upload and latency performance.

Japanese ISP BIGLOBE connects to DE-CIX Frankfurt via remote peering, enhancing Japan-Europe data flow without needing physical infrastructure in Germany.

Nearly a third of New Zealand schools have now received N4L’s next-generation Managed Network upgrades.

SpinTel launches a 500/50Mbps NBN plan at AUD $74/month for six months, offering affordable, high-speed broadband for Australian homes needing faster internet.

SpinTel launches its Ultra WiFi 5G Modem in Australia, offering plug-and-play setup on Optus' 5G network from AUD $59/month with unlimited data.

Optus cuts prices on new Business nbn plans, adding faster speeds, 4G backup, and bundle discounts to support small businesses and simplify consumer choices.

Exetel launches single AUD $80 broadband plan offering 500 Mbps download and 40 Mbps upload with no promos or price hikes for FTTP and HFC users.

Australian households face rising internet lag as device numbers soar beyond 20, causing streaming and gaming issues; specialist provider Occom offers relief.

Superloop has unveiled its Partner Program, offering IT channel companies new tools via the Krypton portal to boost benefits and competitiveness.

Ethernity Networks has integrated its Remote OLT with Linux Foundation Broadband’s VOLTHA 2.12, promoting open, flexible fibre broadband solutions for CSPs and ISPs.

Aussie Broadband has boosted operational efficiency by up to 30% with a new SUSE Rancher Prime cloud platform, enhancing service reliability for 780,000 users.

Australia's broadband services are under fire, ranking a dismal 81st globally, as complaints rise by 13% in the last quarter of 2024.

A new study by Broadband Genie reveals Gloucester leads the UK in reliable broadband, while Belfast struggles with over 51% of users facing outages.

Advantex has upgraded the IT infrastructure of Mills Hill Development in Manchester and Leeds, ensuring seamless connectivity for their new Black Cat Club venues.

Gigaclear has appointed Hugo Eales as its new Chief Financial Officer, bringing extensive experience from the ISP and technology sectors to the role.

N4L has forged long-term partnerships with Palo Alto Networks and 2degrees to enhance Managed Network services for New Zealand schools, starting March 2025.

Kacific Broadband clinched the Gold Stevie Award for Innovation in Tech at the 2024 Asia-Pacific Stevie Awards, solidifying its leadership in sustainable satellite solutions.

The Broadband Forum celebrates 20 years of TR-069, the groundbreaking standard that revolutionised global ISP device management.

Hetzner Online has once again been recognised for its excellence in cloud services, clinching top awards at the Service Provider Summit in Bonn, Germany.

UK tech firm Consult Red collaborates with HUMAX Networks, enabling ISPs in Europe to deploy new services more swiftly using open-source functionality on the GPON Wi-Fi 6 platform.