"Google has that GFiber is merging with Astound Broadband, in an agreement that sees Astound's parent company Stonepeak become the majority owner, with Alphabet retaining a minority stake. The new combined business will be an independent provider led by GFiber's executive team, who Google says will use its expertise in high-speed fiber innovation to manage the combined network footprint."
"Astound already serves over one million customers across the US, and by joining forces Google says the two providers will be able to grant better internet access to more communities. GFiber, formerly known as Google Fiber, has been around for nearly 15 years, and currently offers speeds of up to 8Gbps on its $150/month plan."
"The fiber broadband service is part of Alphabet's Other Bets portfolio, which also includes Waymo, Verily, and Wing, a combined segment that recorded an operating loss of $16.8 billion in 2025. The company's deal with Stonepeak is subject to regulatory approval and is expected to close in Q4 of this year."
Google Fiber is merging with Astound Broadband in a strategic deal where Stonepeak becomes the majority owner while Alphabet maintains a minority shareholding. The combined entity will operate as an independent provider led by GFiber's executive team, leveraging expertise in high-speed fiber innovation. Astound currently serves over one million customers across the US. The merger aims to expand internet access to more communities by combining both providers' networks. GFiber offers speeds up to 8Gbps and a 20 Gig service launching in 2026. The deal requires regulatory approval and is expected to close in Q4 2025.
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