LiveOak Fiber Secures $250M Network Investment
The company has constructed more than 1,000 miles of fiber in Southeast U.S.

The company has constructed more than 1,000 miles of fiber in Southeast U.S.
July 1, 2024 – Internet Service Provider LiveOak Fiber announced on Monday a $250 million investment from J.P. Morgan to expand its fiber broadband network to underserved areas in the Southeast United States.
Co-Founder of LiveOak Fiber Steve Smith emphasized the company’s commitment to continued expansion and investment in its market to "provide best-in-class service" for its clients and communities. "We are intensifying our focus on these markets and the transformative infrastructure we deliver," he said.
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