Oklahoma Benefits From 8,000 New Kinetic Fiber Builds
Rhea-AI Summary
Uniti (NASDAQ: UNIT), through its Kinetic business unit, reported a major broadband expansion in Oklahoma for Q2 2026, adding multi-gig fiber internet to 8,000 additional homes across more than 30 communities. This formed part of 141,000 total fiber locations added across Kinetic’s 18-state footprint in the quarter.
According to the company, more than 76,000 locations in Oklahoma now have access to Kinetic’s high-speed fiber. Kinetic highlights benefits such as multi-gig speeds, no data caps, Wi‑Fi 7 equipment, professional whole-home Wi‑Fi setup under the Kinetic Promise, and a YouTube TV bundle offering a $10 monthly discount for up to 12 months for eligible customers.
Kinetic reports approximately 11.7 million fiber strand miles and 2.1 million homes passed across its footprint, and was named CNET’s Best Rural Fiber Internet Provider in 2026. Residents can check availability and construction updates via the company’s website or phone.
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- 8,000 Oklahoma homes added to multi-gig fiber in Q2 2026
- 141,000 total fiber locations added across 18 states in Q2 2026
- Oklahoma now has 76,000+ locations with access to Kinetic fiber
- Network scale of 11.7 million fiber strand miles and 2.1 million homes passed
- YouTube TV bundle offers $10/month discount for up to 12 months for eligible users
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- None.
Key Figures
Historical Context
| Date | Event | Sentiment | 24h Move | Catalyst |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 23 | Fiber footprint expansion | Positive | -1.0% | Expanded fiber access by more than 2,800 locations in Lexington |
| Jul 20 | Fiber milestone | Positive | -0.7% | Added more than 35,000 new fiber locations in Broken Arrow |
| Jul 09 | Community sponsorship | Positive | +1.9% | Sponsored National Veterans Wheelchair Games for sixth consecutive year |
| Jun 25 | Earnings date notice | Neutral | -3.4% | Announced Q2 2026 results release date and conference call |
| Jun 25 | Wi-Fi product launch | Positive | +1.2% | Launched AlwaysOn Wi-Fi wireless backup service for customers |
24h Move is the share-price change in the day after each event; other market factors may also have contributed.
Recent fiber-expansion announcements were followed by negative 24-hour reactions, while product and community-support announcements had positive reactions.
Key Terms
fiber-optic network technical
multi-gigabit technical
wi-fi 7 technical
low-latency technical
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- Rapid Q2 2026 fiber expansion benefits communities and customers by enabling remote work, gaming, streaming, agriculture and telehealth
- 141,000 total fiber locations added across Kinetic’s 18-state footprint in Q2
BROKEN ARROW, Okla., Aug. 05, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kinetic today announced a major broadband expansion in Oklahoma, delivering multi-gig fiber internet to 8,000 additional homes across more than 30 communities in the second quarter of 2026. The expansion highlights Kinetic’s commitment to delivering better technology, at a better value for customers.
In the second quarter of 2026, Kinetic added fiber locations in Broken Arrow, Hominy, Stilwell, Elmore City, Checotah, Fairfax, and more. And, according to Ookla’s 2026 H1 Speedtest data Kinetic delivers “the most responsive internet speeds” in Broken Arrow.*
“Our experience [with Kinetic] has been much better than with our previous provider. Kinetic has great customer service and internet connectivity,” said Cody Saunders, a Kinetic customer in Broken Arrow.
To date, more than 76,000 locations across the Sooner State have access to Kinetic’s high-speed, next-generation connectivity.
Research shows that fiber-connected communities experience
“Fast, reliable fiber internet is more important than ever; it can change the way people live, work and learn in today’s digital world. Better connectivity can create new opportunities in communities of every size, and we’re committed to delivering it,” said Stacy Hale, Kinetic’s state operations president. “Our focus is on building strong, future-ready infrastructure that helps residents, businesses and families stay connected and succeed 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 Oklahoma residents and businesses 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™, 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, recently named CNET’s Best Rural Fiber Internet Provider in 2026, has approximately 11.7 million fiber strand miles and approximately 2.1 million homes passed to date across its 18-state footprint.
“As we invest in communities and grow our fiber-optic network, we’re reaching more areas faster with award-winning technology to help people stay connected to what matters most, build businesses, work online and access new opportunities,” 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™ 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,
