Assessing the 'Land Grab' in the U.S. Fiber Market: Who’s Next?

Small ISPs Control 40% of US Fiber Market Ahead of Consolidation: Ookla

An analysis of Ookla Speedtest data showed that there's a lot of competition in the U.S. fiber market, with about 500 ISPs in the mix, wrote lead industry analyst Mike Dano in a commentary Monday. But he predicted further consolidation...

US fiber broadband market enters major “land grab” phase, Ookla

The U.S. fiber broadband market is in the midst of a massive “land grab,” mirroring the consolidation seen in the early days of wireless and cable. This race is driven by the reality that most U.S. cities can only sustainably support one or two fiber providers – and that fiber is now viewed as a […]

Assessing the 'Land Grab' in the U.S. Fiber Market: Who’s Next?

An analysis of Ookla Speedtest® data from almost 1,700 fixed internet providers in the U.S. in the first half of 2026 turned up roughly 500 internet service providers (ISPs) that show likely fiber network characteristics. While major providers like AT&T and Verizon made up about 60% of fiber Speedtest samples, smaller regional operators accounted for the remaining 40%. Meaning, roughly 40% of the U.S. fiber market – based on Speedtest samples – …