North Carolina Benefits from 15,800 New Kinetic Fiber Builds

A portion of the North Carolina fiber additions received support from U.S. Treasury funds awarded to the state.

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Uniti (NASDAQ: UNIT) business unit Kinetic expanded fiber internet access to 15,800 additional North Carolina homes in the third quarter of 2026.

The build covered more than 40 communities, including Concord, Harrisburg, Wingate, Indian Trail, Granite Quarry and Hemby Bridge. A portion of the locations received support from funds awarded to North Carolina by the U.S. Department of the Treasury. Kinetic now provides access to 217,000 homes and businesses across the state.

Across its 18-state footprint, Kinetic added 162,000 fiber locations in the quarter. Its network has approximately 2.2 million homes passed to date and approximately 11.9 million fiber strand miles. The North Carolina additions extend the availability of its multi-gigabit internet service.

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• Moderate pointFiber expansion outside the state contributed to 162,000 locations added across 18 states in Q3 2026.
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News Explained

The Wi-Fi setup pledge commits to reasonable effort, not uniform coverage or performance.

Kinetic’s newly described YouTube TV bundle offers eligible Kinetic customers who are new to YouTube TV’s main plan a $10-per-month discount for up to 12 months when they pair it with Kinetic internet; afterward, they pay the full subscription price, stated as $82.99 per month and subject to change.

The Kinetic Promise says technicians will not leave until Wi-Fi works in the areas and devices where needed, but the release limits this to reasonable effort and says it does not guarantee uniform coverage, speed, or error-free service.

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Key Figures

North Carolina homes added: 15,800 homes Communities reached: More than 40 communities Footprint fiber locations added: 162,000 locations +1 more

North Carolina homes added

15,800 homes

Q3 2026 fiber expansion

Communities reached

More than 40 communities

North Carolina, Q3 2026

Footprint fiber locations added

162,000 locations

Kinetic's 18-state footprint, Q3 2026

North Carolina homes and businesses with access

217,000

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Key Terms

wi-fi 7, multi-gigabit, low-latency

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wi-fi 7 technical

"Wi-Fi 7 – The newest, most advanced secure connection"

Wi‑Fi 7 is the next generation of wireless networking technology that delivers much faster speeds, lower delay, and the ability to handle many more devices at once—think of it as a wider, smoother highway for internet traffic. It matters to investors because upgrades to phones, routers, smart-home gear, and business networks can drive hardware sales, service subscriptions, and demand for data-center or semiconductor capacity, affecting companies across the tech supply chain.

multi-gigabit technical

"Multi-gigabit connections support remote work"

Multi-gigabit describes data transmission speeds that are several times faster than one gigabit per second, typically meaning network links or devices that can handle multiple gigabits of data each second. For investors, higher speeds are like widening a highway: they enable more users and services to run smoothly, support new bandwidth-hungry applications, and often signal demand for upgraded equipment and infrastructure that can drive revenue growth.

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"support remote work, online learning and low-latency gaming"

Low-latency describes a system or process that responds very quickly to information or changes, often within milliseconds. For investors, it means receiving and acting on market data almost instantly, which can provide a competitive edge in fast-moving trading environments. Think of it like a quick reflex in a game—being faster can make a difference in making timely decisions.

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• Rapid Q3 2026 expansion benefits communities and customers by enabling remote work, gaming, streaming, agriculture and telehealth
• 162,000 total fiber locations added across Kinetic’s 18-state footprint in Q3
  

CONCORD, N.C., Nov. 10, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kinetic today announced a major broadband expansion in North Carolina, delivering multi-gig fiber internet to an additional 15,800 homes across more than 40 communities in the third quarter of 2026. The expansion highlights Kinetic’s commitment to delivering better technology, at a better value, for customers.

According to Ookla^® Speedtest Intelligence^® data 1H 2026, Kinetic delivers “the fastest upload speeds” in Albermarle, China Grove, Kannapolis, Lexington, Mooresville, Sanford and Tyro.*

In the third quarter of 2026, Kinetic added fiber locations in Concord, Harrisburg, Wingate, Indian Trail, Granite Quarry, Hemby Bridge, and more. A portion of these locations were supported by funds awarded to the State of North Carolina by the U.S. Department of the Treasury.

"I feel Kinetic is a great service. Technicians did a great install. The service is awesome, and we waited years for high-speed Internet,” said Brian Korinko, a Kinetic customer in Concord.

To date, 217,000 homes and businesses across the Tar Heel State have access to Kinetic’s high-speed, next-generation connectivity.

Research shows that fiber-connected communities experience 213% higher business growth, 10% higher self-employment and a potential 14-17% increase in home values. Fiber is also significantly more sustainable than copper cables and uses up to 95% less energy per gigabit. It requires less maintenance over time, which reduces environmental impacts and community disruptions.

"Reliable, high-speed internet is essential for every community, especially when it comes to economic growth and participation in today's digital economy,” said Stacy Hale, Kinetic’s state operations president. “Fiber internet can help support local businesses, expand access to education and telehealth, and create more opportunities for residents to work, learn and thrive. We're committed to bringing this technology to more communities to help strengthen their economic foundation and bolster success for years to come."

Kinetic fiber customers can benefit from seamless 4K+ streaming across multiple devices with no data caps and no usage charges. Multi-gigabit connections support remote work, online learning and low-latency gaming and, through partnerships with YouTube TV, AT&T for wireless bundles, and eero, an Amazon company, households and businesses receive a unified high-performance connectivity experience.

More North Carolina residents now have access to:

• Wi-Fi 7 – The newest, most advanced secure connection with equipment from manufacturers like eero, an Amazon company. Wi-Fi 7 delivers faster speeds and lower latency and supports up to 200+ connected devices at the same time, creating a better internet experience with wall-to-wall coverage and less tech stress.
• Whole-Home Wi-Fi Set-Up – Professional new fiber installs coupled with the Kinetic Promise^TM, which is a pledge that technicians will not leave the home until Wi-Fi works in every area and on every device where needed.
• YouTube TV Bundle – New bundle gives eligible Kinetic customers a $10 per month discount for up to 12 months** when they pair YouTube TV with their high-speed internet packages.
  

Kinetic, named CNET’s Best Rural Fiber Internet Provider in 2026, has approximately 11.9 million fiber strand miles and approximately 2.2 million homes passed to date across its 18-state footprint.

“We’re reaching more areas faster with award-winning technology to help people stay connected to what matters most,” said Hale.

Residents interested in Kinetic Fiber Internet can check service availability and construction updates at www.gokinetic.com or call 1- 877-90-FIBER (877-903-4237).

About Kinetic: Named the Telecommunications Company of the Year in 2026 (Stevie GOLD/American Business Awards), Kinetic is a business unit of Uniti (NASDAQ: UNIT), and is a premier insurgent provider of multi-gigabit fiber internet, whole-home Wi-Fi, internet security, and voice services in 1,400 markets across 18 states in the Southwestern, Southeastern, Midwestern, and Northeastern U.S. Additional information is available at gokinetic.com.

Media Contact:
Megan Krtek
uniti.kinetic.pr@uniti.com

Kinetic Promise^TM relies on reasonable effort to confirm Wi‑Fi works in living spaces where customer grants technician access. Wi‑Fi coverage & performance vary by layout, building materials, interference, & device capability. Not a guarantee of uniform coverage, speed, or error‑free service. Add. equipment or wiring may be required & incur charges; certain areas/devices (e.g., detached structures or outdoor spaces) may be excluded. Customer may cancel any time.

*Based on Ookla^® Speedtest Intelligence^® data, 1H 2026. All rights reserved. Technology agnostic.

**New and existing Kinetic users new to YouTube TV main plan. If eligible, user receives a free trial then, $10/mo off current price for 12 months. After 12 months, you will be charged the full subscription price, currently $82.99/mo but subject to change. Cancel anytime.

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How many North Carolina homes gained access to Kinetic fiber in Q3 2026?

Kinetic extended fiber internet access to 15,800 additional homes across more than 40 North Carolina communities in the third quarter of 2026. Its service is now available to 217,000 homes and businesses across the state.