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- 1Russia targets Ukraine's internet providers and datacentres▼Russia strikes at heart of Ukraine’s digital economy with attacks on ISPs and datacentres
Russia has launched attacks on Ukrainian internet service providers and datacentres, striking at the infrastructure that underpins Ukraine's digital economy. The strikes threaten connectivity for businesses, government services and ordinary users, adding a technological dimension to the conflict. The targeting of critical digital infrastructure highlights the growing importance of cyber and physical attacks on communications networks in the war.
- 2Nor'easter knocks out internet for thousands in Connecticut●Thousands in Connecticut without internet as nor’easter knocks out service
A nor'easter storm has knocked out internet service for thousands of residents across Connecticut. Utility and internet providers are working to restore connections as high winds and storm damage disrupt infrastructure, leaving households and businesses offline while the weather system continues to move through the region.
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Kyiv-based internet provider Kolo.TV has been struck by a Russian attack for the third time, according to Ukrinform. The repeated hits on the company's infrastructure underscore the ongoing threat to civilian utilities and communications services in the Ukrainian capital, with repairs and service restoration likely complicated by the repeated damage.
- 4Starlink to roll out gigabit speeds for existing users▼Starlink is launching gigabit download speeds for existing users as fees may rise
Starlink is preparing to offer gigabit download speeds to its existing customers, with the upgrade expected to arrive as a service-wide improvement rather than requiring new hardware purchases. Reports indicate the faster speeds may come with higher fees, prompting discussion about how much subscribers will pay. The move would put the satellite internet service in closer competition with fibre providers.
- 5Federal bill would force ISPs and VPN providers to block foreign piracy sites●Federal bill would force VPN providers, ISPs, and DNS services to block foreign piracy sites https:// thelemmy.club/post
A proposed federal bill would require VPN providers, internet service providers, and DNS services to block access to foreign piracy sites. The measure would shift enforcement responsibilities to the companies that keep people connected, rather than targeting the sites directly. If adopted, it could change how Americans access parts of the internet and raise fresh debate over censorship, due process, and the reach of anti-piracy enforcement.
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News reports say Russia has widened its strikes on Ukrainian data centres, knocking out internet service for around 100,000 households in Kyiv. The reports describe attacks on digital infrastructure rather than only energy targets, disrupting connectivity for residents in the capital. Discussion is largely limited to the headline itself, with no further detail in the collected posts about the extent of the damage, which providers were affected, or how quickly service is being restored.
- 7Spectrum expands internet to 10,000 homes and businesses in Polk County▼Spectrum expands internet services to over 10,000 homes and businesses in Polk County
Spectrum has expanded its internet services to reach more than 10,000 homes and businesses in Polk County, Florida. The announcement, reported by regional news outlet Bay News 9, signals continued broadband buildout in the area, offering residents and local businesses expanded access to high-speed connectivity.