DNS root key rollover completed: who needs to check resolvers
IANA confirms KSK-2024 began signing the DNS root on October 11, 2026. Most hosting customers need no action, but validating resolver operators should verify key tag 38696.
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IANA confirms KSK-2024 began signing the DNS root on October 11, 2026. Most hosting customers need no action, but validating resolver operators should verify key tag 38696.
WordPress 7.1.3 fixes seven security issues and four bugs. The official project recommends updating immediately, while Patchstack’s analysis says the issues have differing prerequisites and impact.
Hostinger Agent can now create and edit WordPress content, manage comments and categories, and change site settings from hPanel chat. Related updates add approval-based website changes and better operational logs.
GoDaddy’s new Node.js hosting can deploy from GitHub or a zip file, create private previews, and let developers or AI tools manage the app lifecycle through an API.
The week’s releases add a three-tool MCP interface, multi-intent Agent requests, Node.js environment-variable detection, and clearer shared-access details.
The campaign offers a free parallel migration and three-day Joomla test, with a defined $100 guarantee if ScalaHosting cannot beat the recorded baseline.
The CEO transition took effect October 1; Newfold’s October 8 update also named leaders for Bluehost and Network Solutions.
The September update gives its AI builder more ways to start and change a site.
A batch of product announcements spans WordPress, ecommerce, email and its AI agent.
The change could make page content easier for crawlers and social previews to see.
The plugin maker confirms a security fix; SiteGround's rollout figures are the host's own account.