National Broadband Ireland (NBI) has changed its completion schedule, bringing forward broadband connections for 65,000 homes, farms, and businesses to 2025. This includes 32,000 premises now scheduled for connection this year, thanks to progress made in 2024. NBI has facilitated…
Telecom company eir has unveiled its ‘2024 Year in Data’ report, highlighting a significant increase in broadband usage, particularly linked to gaming downloads following the latest Fortnite update. Notably, NFL fans outperformed Taylor Swift fans in data usage during events,…
In a pioneering move, residents of Papa Westray in Orkney, UK, are now benefiting from full fibre broadband delivered through the island’s community-owned drinking water pipes. This innovative approach, which avoids the disruptive process of traditional cable laying, has transformed…
An independent evaluation report by EY Ireland urges National Broadband Ireland to increase its capacity to meet growing demand for high-speed internet connections. The study highlights a data shortfall on national coverage and calls for better strategic planning. It notes…
