Industry Tailored
When the Stakes are High, Industries Turn to FirstLight
Carrier-grade speed and resiliency, whatever your line of work
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Proven Track-Record
A lot of different verticals seem to agree on one thing…
We could keep listing every reason that we’re the best regional organization in the Northeast and mid-Atlantic. But sometimes it’s better to just hear it from our customers.
A Few Satisfied Clients
What’s Happening @ FirstLight
FirstLight Launches the Next Phase of its Unified Communications Evolution
Press Releases
Changes Include Advanced UC Features and an Enhanced Customer Experience Albany, NY – April 9, 2025 – FirstLight, a leading provider of digital infrastructure services…
Brunswick, Maine Data Center Expansion Results in Additional Power and Increased Capacity
Press Releases
Renovations Have Doubled Power Capacity Albany, NY – February 4, 2025 – FirstLight, a leading provider of digital infrastructure services to enterprise and carrier customers…
What You’ve Always Wanted to Know About Data Security but Were Afraid to Ask
Light Thoughts
As an IT professional, you’re likely concerned about cybersecurity and the implications of a ransomware attack…and for good reason. But isn’t there a fine line…
FirstLight and Maine Connectivity Authority Sign Agreement to Build 450 Miles of Fiber in Western Maine
Press Releases
Project Will Provide High-Speed Internet to More Than 6,600 New Locations Albany, NY – November 20, 2024 – FirstLight, a leading provider of digital infrastructure…
A cyber-attack is a big problem for a small business.
Blog
When a big business falls victim to a ransomware attack, we see it in the news. This gives a false impression that smaller organizations are…
Reliability: Does your fiber optic service provider walk the walk?
Blog
In an era where competition is fierce and client expectations are high, reliability is a crucial element for service providers. And though many providers claim…
Cybersecurity, AI, Network Experts to Present at Nov. 7th Boston Summit
Press Releases
Presenters from CISA, Northeastern University, and Others to Focus on Latest Cyber Threats, Trends, and Tips Albany, NY – October 2, 2024 – FirstLight, a…
FirstLight Fiber Raises $120 Million in Strategic Holdco Financing from Sixth Street and Palistar Capital
Press Releases
The incremental debt financing package will be used to refinance existing credit facilities Albany, NY – October 10, 2024 – FirstLight Fiber, the Northeast U.S.’s…
Lessons from the CrowdStrike Glitch: Cybersecurity Insights and Takeaways
Blog
In the fast-evolving world of technology, even industry leaders occasionally face technical issues. When CrowdStrike, one of the top names in cybersecurity, experienced a notable…
FCC Pilot Program: Cybersecurity Funding for Schools
Light Thoughts
K-12 schools across the country have been victims of a rash of ransomware and DDoS attacks over the past several months. Many schools face the…
FirstLight Sponsors Tournament to Benefit Make-A-Wish New Hampshire
Press Releases
Tournament proceeds will help critically ill youth realize their dreams Albany, NY – April 17, 2024 – FirstLight, a leading provider of digital infrastructure services…
How do you communicate in an emergency?
Blog
Today’s Reality In an age of instant communication and multiple devices, it’s easy to assume that notifying individuals during an emergency would be straightforward. After…
The FirstLight Difference
Blog
Ten Reasons Why the FirstLight Channel Program Means Success for You
Unveiling the Future of Networking: Understanding SASE (Secure Access Service Edge)
Light Thoughts
In an era defined by digital transformation, the way organizations approach networking and security is evolving rapidly. One of the groundbreaking innovations in this space…
Bell and FirstLight to offer new high-speed routes with triple redundancy between Secaucus, NJ, Toronto, and Montréal
Press Releases
FirstLight Enhances Its C-Suite with Two Industry Veterans
Press Releases
FirstLight augments its executive team with the appointment of Mike Constantino as Chief Operating Officer and Lorenzo Leuzzi as Chief Revenue Officer Albany, NY –…
Aqua Comms Selects FirstLight for Unique Fiber Routes in the Northeast
Press Releases
Leading provider of global subsea connectivity services selects FirstLight to help diversely connect their transatlantic routes Albany, NY – August 3, 2023 – FirstLight, a…
FirstLight Wins Four Visionary Spotlight Awards
Press Releases
ChannelVision Magazine honors FirstLight for its “innovative solutions and emerging technologies” Albany, NY – July 12, 2023 – FirstLight, a leading provider of digital infrastructure…
New Area Code Coming to Western New York
Press Releases
The new 624 area code will be an overlay to the existing 716 area code Albany, NY – July 11, 2023 – FirstLight, a leading…
FirstLight Appoints Peter Zarrella as CFO
Press Releases
Seasoned Executive brings a wealth of experience and expertise in financial management, strategic planning as well as driving empowerment at all levels of an organization…
FirstLight Launches the Next Phase of its Unified Communications Evolution
Press Releases
Changes Include Advanced UC Features and an Enhanced Customer Experience Albany, NY – April 9, 2025 – FirstLight, a leading provider of digital infrastructure services…
Brunswick, Maine Data Center Expansion Results in Additional Power and Increased Capacity
Press Releases
Renovations Have Doubled Power Capacity Albany, NY – February 4, 2025 – FirstLight, a leading provider of digital infrastructure services to enterprise and carrier customers…
What You’ve Always Wanted to Know About Data Security but Were Afraid to Ask
Light Thoughts
As an IT professional, you’re likely concerned about cybersecurity and the implications of a ransomware attack…and for good reason. But isn’t there a fine line…
FirstLight and Maine Connectivity Authority Sign Agreement to Build 450 Miles of Fiber in Western Maine
Press Releases
Project Will Provide High-Speed Internet to More Than 6,600 New Locations Albany, NY – November 20, 2024 – FirstLight, a leading provider of digital infrastructure…
A cyber-attack is a big problem for a small business.
Blog
When a big business falls victim to a ransomware attack, we see it in the news. This gives a false impression that smaller organizations are…
Reliability: Does your fiber optic service provider walk the walk?
Blog
In an era where competition is fierce and client expectations are high, reliability is a crucial element for service providers. And though many providers claim…
Cybersecurity, AI, Network Experts to Present at Nov. 7th Boston Summit
Press Releases
Presenters from CISA, Northeastern University, and Others to Focus on Latest Cyber Threats, Trends, and Tips Albany, NY – October 2, 2024 – FirstLight, a…
FirstLight Fiber Raises $120 Million in Strategic Holdco Financing from Sixth Street and Palistar Capital
Press Releases
The incremental debt financing package will be used to refinance existing credit facilities Albany, NY – October 10, 2024 – FirstLight Fiber, the Northeast U.S.’s…
Lessons from the CrowdStrike Glitch: Cybersecurity Insights and Takeaways
Blog
In the fast-evolving world of technology, even industry leaders occasionally face technical issues. When CrowdStrike, one of the top names in cybersecurity, experienced a notable…
FCC Pilot Program: Cybersecurity Funding for Schools
Light Thoughts
K-12 schools across the country have been victims of a rash of ransomware and DDoS attacks over the past several months. Many schools face the…
FirstLight Sponsors Tournament to Benefit Make-A-Wish New Hampshire
Press Releases
Tournament proceeds will help critically ill youth realize their dreams Albany, NY – April 17, 2024 – FirstLight, a leading provider of digital infrastructure services…
How do you communicate in an emergency?
Blog
Today’s Reality In an age of instant communication and multiple devices, it’s easy to assume that notifying individuals during an emergency would be straightforward. After…
The FirstLight Difference
Blog
Ten Reasons Why the FirstLight Channel Program Means Success for You
Unveiling the Future of Networking: Understanding SASE (Secure Access Service Edge)
Light Thoughts
In an era defined by digital transformation, the way organizations approach networking and security is evolving rapidly. One of the groundbreaking innovations in this space…
Bell and FirstLight to offer new high-speed routes with triple redundancy between Secaucus, NJ, Toronto, and Montréal
Press Releases
FirstLight Enhances Its C-Suite with Two Industry Veterans
Press Releases
FirstLight augments its executive team with the appointment of Mike Constantino as Chief Operating Officer and Lorenzo Leuzzi as Chief Revenue Officer Albany, NY –…
Aqua Comms Selects FirstLight for Unique Fiber Routes in the Northeast
Press Releases
Leading provider of global subsea connectivity services selects FirstLight to help diversely connect their transatlantic routes Albany, NY – August 3, 2023 – FirstLight, a…
FirstLight Wins Four Visionary Spotlight Awards
Press Releases
ChannelVision Magazine honors FirstLight for its “innovative solutions and emerging technologies” Albany, NY – July 12, 2023 – FirstLight, a leading provider of digital infrastructure…
New Area Code Coming to Western New York
Press Releases
The new 624 area code will be an overlay to the existing 716 area code Albany, NY – July 11, 2023 – FirstLight, a leading…
FirstLight Appoints Peter Zarrella as CFO
Press Releases
Seasoned Executive brings a wealth of experience and expertise in financial management, strategic planning as well as driving empowerment at all levels of an organization…