Optimum Fiber Hits Major Milestone, Connects 500,000 Customers With Premium Internet
Expanding Reach, Delivering Award-Winning Services
Optimum, the telecommunications brand of Altice USA, celebrated a significant milestone: 500,000 residential customers are now connected to its 100% Fiber Internet network, a testament to the company’s dedication to delivering premium connectivity experiences across its service area.
“At Optimum, our local teams have been hard at work transforming our fiber network, products, and experiences to deliver the very best services and support to customers across the communities we serve,” said Dennis Mathew, Chairman and CEO of Optimum. “We have been doubling down on the acceleration of our 100% Fiber Internet network deployment, working to drive it deeper into our communities and enabling more adoption of these award-winning services to make us the provider of choice among consumers in each market across our footprint.”
This accomplishment comes on the heels of several strategic investments and expansion efforts. Optimum has poured over $40 million into enhancing its fiber network, infrastructure, and presence on Long Island in 2024 alone, with additional multi-million-dollar investments made across the broader Northeast footprint over the past few years. This commitment has allowed Optimum to bring its high-speed internet services to more homes and businesses, bridging the digital divide and empowering communities with faster, more reliable internet access.
Award-Winning Speeds and Services
Optimum Fiber’s dedication to excellence has been recognized by respected third-party sources. Ookla® Speedtest® has consistently ranked Optimum Fiber as offering the fastest and most reliable internet speeds in New York and New Jersey. PCMag, another trusted authority on industry advancements, has also recognized Optimum Fiber as the best and fastest internet service provider throughout the region.
Optimum Fiber’s offerings extend beyond cutting-edge internet speeds. Home phone, mobile services, and TV packages are also available, devising a comprehensive suite of connectivity solutions to meet the diverse needs of today’s households.
Focus on Growth and Connectivity
Beyond its existing fiber footprint, Optimum is actively expanding into new markets.
Key communities such as Montclair and West Orange in New Jersey have recently welcomed Optimum Fiber services, broadening the availability of these premium connectivity options to more residents. This commitment to growth underscores Optimum’s steady presence and dedication to being a leading provider throughout the New York tri-state area.
Mathew shared, “Today’s milestone is a testament to the progress we have been working towards, and a vision for what Optimum Fiber’s network looks like today and into the future – best-in-class connectivity services powered by a best-in-class fiber network.”
How many residential customers does Optimum’s 100% Fiber Internet network now serve?
## Optimum Fiber Hits Milestone with 500,000 Customers
**Host:** Welcome back to the show. Today we’re talking about a big win for Optimum, the telecommunications brand of Altice USA. They recently announced a significant milestone: reaching 500,000 residential customers on their 100% Fiber Internet network. Joining us to discuss this achievement is Optimum’s Chairman and CEO, Dennis Mathew. Welcome to the programme, Dennis.
**Dennis Mathew:** Thank you for having me.
**Host:** Dennis, congratulations on reaching this milestone of 500,000 customers. This is a testament to the hard work and dedication of your team. What does this achievement mean for Optimum and its customers?
**Dennis Mathew:**It’s incredibly gratifying to see so many customers embracing our 100% Fiber Internet network. [[1](https://www.lightreading.com/cable-technology/optimum-reaches-500k-customers-on-its-fiber-network)]This milestone reflects our ongoing commitment to delivering premium connectivity experiences and world-class service to the communities we serve.
**Host:** Optimum has been making strategic investments in expanding its fiber network. Can you elaborate on these efforts and the impact they’re having?
**Dennis Mathew:** Absolutely. We’ve been doubling down on the accelerated deployment of our 100% Fiber Internet network, pouring over $40 million into enhancements on Long Island alone in 2024. [ [ ]]We’re focused on driving deeper penetration into communities and making our award-winning services accessible to more customers.
**Host:** What are some of the key benefits that fiber internet brings to customers compared to traditional cable or DSL connections?
**Dennis Mathew:** Fiber internet offers several advantages, including significantly faster download and upload speeds, lower latency, and greater reliability. This allows for seamless streaming, faster downloads, smoother online gaming, and a more responsive experience overall.
**Host:** Looking ahead, what are Optimum’s future plans for expanding its fiber network and reaching even more customers?
**Dennis Mathew:** We remain committed to expanding our fiber footprint and bringing the benefits of 100% Fiber Internet to as many communities as possible. Our goal is to be the provider of choice for consumers in every market across our service area, and we’re confident that our continued investment in fiber technology will enable us to achieve that goal.
**Host:** Dennis Mathew, Chairman and CEO of Optimum, thank you for joining us today and sharing this exciting news.
**Dennis Mathew:** Thank you for having me.
