ExpansionMay 13, 2026, 09:32 AM
Kinetic Expands Fiber Internet to 7,800 NC Homes in Q1 2026
AI Summary
Kinetic, a business unit of Uniti Group Inc., announced a significant broadband expansion in North Carolina during Q1 2026, extending multi-gig fiber internet to an additional 7,800 homes across 40 communities. This expansion, partly supported by U.S. Department of the Treasury funds, brings Kinetic's high-speed connectivity to over 184,000 homes and businesses in the state. The company emphasizes its commitment to future-proof infrastructure, aiming to reach 3.5 million homes and businesses across its 18-state footprint by 2029.
Key Highlights
- Kinetic expanded multi-gig fiber internet to an additional 7,800 homes across 40 communities in North Carolina during Q1 2026.
- Over 184,000 homes and businesses in North Carolina now have access to Kinetic's high-speed fiber connectivity.
- Kinetic's fiber network boasts 99.95% reliability and includes 11.5 million fiber strand miles across 18 states.
- The company aims to reach 3.5 million homes and businesses across its 18-state footprint by 2029.
- New services include Wi-Fi 7, Whole-Home Wi-Fi Set-Up, and Business Ready Internet.
- Kinetic was named CNET's Best Rural Fiber Internet Provider in 2026.