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KANSAS CITY, MO — February 17, 2026 — Netrality Data Centers, the largest privately-held owner and operator of core interconnection facilities in the U.S., announced today the deployment of Bridged Broadband’s core Midwest network hub at its 1102 Grand interconnection facility in Kansas City. The activation establishes a high-capacity regional aggregation point for Bridged Broadband’s newly launched network, enabling scalable, low-latency connectivity between rural Missouri markets and major Midwest interconnection, cloud, and carrier ecosystems. The 1102 Grand deployment anchors Bridged Broadband’s Phase One network launch, supporting its new 800G optical network architecture and providing a centralized interconnection platform for regional transport, aggregation, and ecosystem access. The location serves as Bridged Broadband’s primary Midwest interconnection gateway, connecting its expanding rural footprint to national and regional network infrastructure. Bridged Broadband enters the market with an initial footprint of 47 network Points of Presence (PoPs) and approximately 2,500 route miles of fiber, establishing a consortium-based network model designed to deliver carrier-grade performance, high-bandwidth transport, and low-latency connectivity to underserved and rural markets across Missouri and the broader Midwest. “Scalable network growth, service offerings with our ecosystem of providers, and regional connectivity enablement are some of the key value drivers for our customers in Netrality interconnection facilities,” said Joshua Maes, President & Chief Operating Officer at Netrality Data Centers. “1102 Grand provides the network and carrier ecosystem Bridged Broadband needs to extend high-capacity connectivity into rural markets and enable access to cloud platforms, carrier networks, and regional transport partners.” The 1102 Grand facility functions as one of the Midwest’s most network-dense interconnection environments, providing Bridged Broadband with direct access to carrier interconnection, cloud connectivity, and global transit networks. Through this deployment, Bridged is able to aggregate rural network traffic and deliver high-performance connectivity to major peering and cloud platforms, enabling new service capabilities for wholesale and enterprise customers. “Establishing our core Midwest hub at 1102 Grand is a foundational milestone for our network,” said Mike Brigman, President & CEO of Bridged Broadband. “This location gives us the interconnection access and ecosystem reach required to connect rural Missouri into the broader digital economy. It enables the low-latency, high-bandwidth transport our customers need to reach cloud platforms, carrier partners, and regional markets that previously lacked this level of connectivity.” Bridged Broadband operates as a consortium network, bringing together the reach and local presence of multiple regional broadband providers into a unified transport and interconnection platform. This model allows Bridged to deliver flexible, scalable connectivity across the Midwest while maintaining deep access into rural and underserved communities. The network is designed to support a wide range of wholesale and enterprise use cases, including: • Wireless backhaul • Government and public sector connectivity • Education and research networks • Healthcare infrastructure • Financial services • Enterprise cloud connectivity “Interconnection is the multiplier,” said Tony Schirber, Vice President of Sales at Bridged Broadband. “By combining a dense rural footprint with high-capacity regional transport and interconnection access, we’re creating new connectivity pathways for carriers, enterprises, and institutions that need reliable performance across both rural and metropolitan markets.” The Bridged Broadband deployment at Netrality’s 1102 Grand represents the first phase of a multi-stage Midwest expansion strategy, with additional network growth and capacity expansion already in development as part of Bridged Broadband’s long-term regional infrastructure roadmap. About Netrality Data Centers Netrality owns and operates strategic interconnected data centers and Meet Me Rooms, providing a mix of colocation, powered shell, and wholesale data center solutions driven by fiber-dense, network-rich interconnection environments. Today, Netrality’s 18 properties span 3.3 million square feet and over 100 megawatts of capacity in six North American markets. Well-capitalized with a long-term investment from Macquarie Asset Management (MAM), Netrality is the largest privately held owner-operator of core interconnection facilities in the United States. Netrality acquires strategically located, core network interconnection data centers that power latency-sensitive businesses, increase network resiliency, and ensure always-on access to mission-critical applications. For more information: www.netrality.com, LinkedIn, Twitter. About Bridged Broadband Bridged Broadband is a next-generation network provider based in Kansas City, Missouri delivering high-capacity, diverse fiber infrastructure across the Midwest. With a focus on underserved and rural markets, Bridged Broadband deploys state-of-the-art optical transport and IP networking to enable scalable, resilient and cost-effective connectivity for service providers, enterprises, and public-sector organizations. Bridged Broadband is a proud member of INDATEL, further underscoring its commitment to advancing high-quality connectivity in rural and underserved communities. For more information:www.bridgedbb.com and LinkedIn. Media Contacts Netrality Data Centers Netrality’s Marketing Team marketing@netrality.com Bridged Broadband Bridged Broadband’s Marketing Team marketing@bridgedbb.com   Get This Post as a PDF

The new interconnection enables high-capacity, carrier-diverse routes from Omaha into underserved rural Missouri markets. OMAHA – February 17, 2026– 1623 Farnam, a regional leader in network-neutral edge interconnection and data center services, announces a strategic partnership with Bridged Broadband, a next-generation network provider deploying a high-capacity, ultra-resilient backbone designed to deliver true route diversity and cost-effective access into underserved rural markets. Through the partnership, Bridged Broadband has established a presence at 1623 Farnam to interconnect and exchange traffic with global, national and regional carriers, leveraging Omaha’s role as a critical Midwest connectivity hub. The collaboration enables Bridged Broadband to extend its unique, carrier-diverse routes between Omaha, Kansas City and rural Missouri, unlocking new connectivity options for enterprises, service providers and public-sector organizations. “Bridged Broadband selected 1623 Farnam for its unmatched connectivity ecosystem and dense carrier environment,” said Bill Severn, CEO & President of 1623 Farnam. “This partnership strengthens our role as the Midwest’s meet-me point while giving our customers access to truly diverse routes and rural markets that have historically been difficult to reach through traditional carrier networks.” Bridged Broadband is deploying a state-of-the-art 800G DWDM backbone with full IP/MPLS integration, delivering scalable capacity, low latency and built-in resiliency. Notably, its Omahato-Missouri routes are fully diverse from national carrier networks, providing a rare alternative path between key Midwest metros and rural communities where network diversity is limited. “There are very few routes between Omaha and Kansas City, and they are all controlled by the major carriers, limiting options and diversity,” said Mike Brigman, President and CEO of Bridged Broadband. “By establishing our presence at 1623 Farnam, we’re able to offer true route diversity and protected access into rural Missouri. This partnership allows us to deliver costeffective, high-capacity connectivity to markets that have long been underserved, while doing so from one of the Midwest’s most important carrier hotels in 1623 Farnam.” For 1623 Farnam customers, the collaboration expands reach into previously unserviceable or cost-prohibitive markets, while reinforcing performance, reliability and redundancy. Enterprises and service providers can now interconnect locally in Omaha and extend traffic seamlessly into rural Missouri without relying solely on incumbent carrier infrastructure. The partnership also supports broader industry trends toward distributed infrastructure, edge connectivity and diversified network architectures. As demand continues to rise for cloud access, content delivery and resilient enterprise connectivity, proximity to dense interconnection environments like 1623 Farnam enables faster provisioning, improved performance, and stronger security postures. Looking ahead, both organizations anticipate opportunities to scale the collaboration through additional routes and expanded interconnection options as Bridged Broadband continues its Midwest expansion strategy. Bridged Broadband’s long-term goal includes establishing a presence in top carrier hotels across the region, positioning 1623 Farnam’s flagship carrier hotel as a foundational interconnection hub within that footprint. In late January, 1623 Farnam closed on a second interconnection facility in Omaha, significantly expanding its regional footprint. The new facility is planned to be operational in mid-2028, delivering at least 5MW of capacity while reinforcing the company’s interconnection-first strategy and commitment to the Midwest as a critical meet-in-the-middle market. # # # About 1623 Farnam 1623 Farnam is the leading network interconnect point providing secure direct edge connectivity to fiber and wireless network providers, major cloud and CDN properties, content providers and Fortune 500 enterprises. With the addition of a second Omaha facility, 1623 Farnam is expanding its interconnection footprint to support increasing demand for scalable, low-latency infrastructure at the network edge. Together, its facilities form a regional interconnection ecosystem, providing access to more than 50 network companies with local, regional, national, and international reach. We support mission-critical infrastructure and applications with the highest levels of availability, enabling maximum levels of application performance. As the regional leader in network-neutral, edge interconnection, 1623 Farnam offers access to 50 network companies which have local, regional, national and international reach. Located in the heart of the Midwest, 1623 Farnam services over five million eyeballs and multiple Fortune 500 companies in our region. Nebraska is the 15th fastest growing tech state and 20th fastest population growing state in the nation. We pride ourselves on consistently earning high customer satisfaction scores resulting in customer peace-of-mind. For more information, please visit www.1623farnam.com. About Bridged Broadband Bridged Broadband is a next-generation network provider based in Kansas City, Mo. delivering high-capacity, diverse fiber infrastructure across the Midwest. With a focus on underserved and rural markets, Bridged Broadband deploys state-of-the-art optical transport and IP networking to enable scalable, resilient and cost-effective connectivity for service providers, enterprises, and public-sector organizations. Bridged Broadband is a proud member of INDATEL, further underscoring its commitment to advancing high-quality connectivity in rural and underserved communities. Visit https://bridgedbb.com for more information. For media inquiries, please contact: JSA +1.866.695.3629 ext. 13 JSA_1623@jsa.net Bridged Broadband marketing@bridgedbb.com   Get This Post as a PDF

Overland Park, KS – INDATEL Services, the leading collective of connectivity providers delivering diverse solutions nationwide, is proud to announce that Bridged Broadband has joined the INDATEL member family. The addition of Bridged Broadband further strengthens INDATEL’s expanding network footprint and reinforces its mission to empower service providers through collaboration, scale, and shared expertise. Bridged Broadband is a newly formed consortium network based in Missouri, wholly owned by 11 regional service providers and purpose-built to support carrier, wholesale, and enterprise connectivity needs. The company is launching the initial 800G enabled backbone network, spanning more than 2,200 route miles and 47 points of presence, covering the northern half of Missouri, with construction already complete and service activation underway. “Bridged Broadband represents exactly what INDATEL was created to support: innovative, provider-driven networks that prioritize collaboration and long-term growth,” said Justin Forte, CEO of INDATEL Services. “We’re thrilled to welcome Bridged Broadband to the INDATEL family. Partnerships like this expand our nationwide reach while creating real, immediate value for our members and customers. Watching our network continue to grow with organizations of this caliber is energizing.” Led by Michael Brigman, President and CEO of Bridged Broadband, the organization brings deep industry experience and a proven track record of building and scaling successful consortium networks. Brigman has played key leadership roles in the formation and growth of multiple statewide fiber networks. This experience shaped Bridged Broadband’s rapid and efficient launch. “From day one, INDATEL has been about collaboration, credibility, and accelerating time to market – and those values align perfectly with what we’re building at Bridged Broadband,” said Michael Brigman, President and CEO of Bridged Broadband. “As a startup network, the ability to tap into INDATEL’s established sales channel, industry relationships, and collective expertise is a true force multiplier for us. Becoming an INDATEL member was an easy decision.” Through its membership, Bridged Broadband will leverage INDATEL’s national sales reach, peer collaboration, and best-practice sharing to support early growth while focusing on operational efficiency and scalability. The partnership also underscores INDATEL’s continued momentum to strengthen all its members’ networks to better serve communities nationwide. As INDATEL continues to expand its footprint across the country, the addition of Bridged Broadband highlights the organization’s ongoing commitment to fostering meaningful partnerships that drive connectivity forward, for all. About INDATEL Services INDATEL Services is a leading nationwide network that provides high-capacity bandwidth solutions for carriers, enterprises, and government entities. With a focus on collaborative growth and network expansion, INDATEL connects rural and urban communities across the United States. In addition, INDATEL serves its customers through its national aggregation PoP’s reaching over 900 independent providers currently operating in 47 states. About Bridged Broadband Bridged Broadband is a regional fiber network operator delivering high-capacity transport, interconnection, and connectivity services across Missouri and the Midwest. Built as a consortium network, Bridged Broadband integrates the reach of multiple regional broadband providers into a unified platform designed to deliver scalable, low-latency, high-bandwidth connectivity for wholesale and enterprise customers. Bridged Broadband’s network supports wholesale carriers and enterprises, organizations, enabling reliable access to cloud platforms, carrier ecosystems, and national interconnection infrastructure. Through its phased network expansion strategy, Bridged Broadband is building the digital foundation required to bridge the gap of underserved and rural communities to the modern digital economy. Bridged Broadband is a proud member of INDATEL, further underscoring its commitment to advancing high-quality connectivity in rural and underserved communities. Visit www.bridgedbb.com for more information.   Get This Post as a PDF

Consortium-driven backbone will deliver scalable, carrier-class infrastructure connecting underserved markets to major data centers and internet exchanges Kansas City, MO., February 16, 2026 – Bridged Broadband today announced the deployment of a new high-capacity regional transport network creating a scalable backbone designed to connect rural broadband providers, wholesale carriers and enterprise customers to major data centers and internet exchanges across the Midwest. The new network will span approximately 2,500 route miles and initially include 47 points of presence (PoPs) across Missouri, with connectivity transversing several states reaching directly to Kansas City. Built as a consortium network, Bridged Broadband aggregates infrastructure from multiple independent providers into a unified, carrier-class platform that delivers energy efficient next-generation services and global connectivity. Bridged Broadband’s transport network is designed to support broadband service providers, wireless carriers, enterprises, government and education organizations by delivering diverse, high-capacity routes that enable direct access to internet exchanges and data centers. By extending Tier-1 network capabilities into historically underserved regions, the initiative aims to strengthen economic development and accelerate digital transformation in rural communities. “Our vision is to bridge the gap between rural networks and the advanced digital infrastructure typically found only in major metro markets,” said Michael Brigman, President & CEO. “By building a highly scalable, carrier-grade backbone, we’re empowering our members and customers with the reliability, diversity and future-ready capacity they need to deliver innovative services to their communities.” The next-generation network leverages Nokia’s IP and optical solution, an 800G service-level ready architecture designed to support rapid traffic growth, edge data center AI-connectivity and emerging bandwidth-intensive applications. Bridged Broadband is also implementing Nokia’s transport-optimized coherent routing capabilities using NSP and WaveSuite to streamline operations across optical and routing domains through a unified management environment, helping improve efficiency as the network expands. “With Bridged Broadband’s unique consortium approach, the company is creating a powerful regional backbone that brings new opportunities to rural markets,” said Tim Mahoney, VP of Sales at Nokia. “By combining high-capacity optical and IP technology with intelligent automation, Bridged Broadband is building a flexible foundation that can evolve with customer demand while delivering reliable connectivity to communities that need it most.” About Bridged Broadband Bridged Broadband is a next-generation network provider based in Kansas City, Missouri delivering high-capacity, diverse fiber infrastructure across the Midwest. With a focus on underserved and rural markets, Bridged Broadband deploys state-of-the-art optical transport and IP networking to enable scalable, resilient and cost-effective connectivity for service providers, enterprises, and public-sector organizations. Bridged Broadband is a proud member of INDATEL, further underscoring its commitment to advancing high-quality connectivity in rural and underserved communities. For more information: www.bridgedbb.com and LinkedIn. For media inquiries, please contact marketing@bridgedbb.com. Get This Post as a PDF

Kansas City, MO – Bridged Broadband, a newly formed consortium network purpose-built to deliver high-capacity transport and connectivity solutions, announced it has officially joined the INDATEL member family. The partnership enhances Bridged Broadband’s ability to accelerate time to market, expand national reach, and deliver scalable solutions to wholesale, and enterprise customers across Missouri and beyond. Bridged Broadband is wholly owned by 11 regional service providers and is launching an 800G-enabled backbone network spanning more than 2,200 route miles with 47 points of presence. Phase one of the network covers the northern half of Missouri, with service activation already underway. For Bridged Broadband President & CEO Michael Brigman, joining INDATEL represents a strategic extension of the consortium’s collaborative DNA. “From day one, INDATEL has been about collaboration, credibility, and accelerating time to market – and those values align perfectly with what we’re building at Bridged Broadband,” said Michael Brigman, President and CEO of Bridged Broadband. “As a startup network, brand awareness and immediate sales reach matter. Leveraging INDATEL’s established sales channel and industry relationships is a true force multiplier for us. It allows us to step into the market with instant credibility and opportunity.” Brigman, who previously played executive leadership roles in the formation and growth of multiple statewide fiber networks, emphasized that consortium collaboration is core to Bridged Broadband’s long-term vision. “This ownership group is one of the most entrepreneurial I’ve worked with. We’re building more than infrastructure; we’re building a platform for partnership. INDATEL strengthens that platform by connecting us to a nationwide ecosystem of providers who are willing to collaborate on best practices, partnerships to mitigate risk, and ultimately create new economic opportunity for the communities we all serve.” “Bridged Broadband represents exactly what INDATEL was created to support – innovative, provider-driven networks that prioritize collaboration and long-term growth,” said Justin Forte, CEO of INDATEL Services. “Their leadership, technical vision, and commitment to serving rural and regional markets align seamlessly with our mission. We’re excited to help amplify their reach and create immediate value together.” The collaboration also reflects strong support from Bridged Broadband’s ownership and board leadership. Ryan Johnson, CEO of Chariton Valley & President of the Bridged Broadband Board of Directors, underscored the strategic importance of alignment at both the state and national levels. “Bridged Broadband was formed because we believe regional providers are stronger together,” said Johnson. “Joining INDATEL extends that philosophy nationally. It gives us expanded market access, shared expertise, and the scale necessary to compete effectively while continuing to invest in the communities we call home.” As Bridged Broadband builds out its phased statewide vision, technology partnerships also play a critical role in ensuring long-term scalability and performance. Tim Mahoney, Vice President of Sales at Nokia, highlighted the importance of forward-looking infrastructure strategy. “Networks being built today must be engineered for tomorrow’s demands,” said Mahoney. “Bridged Broadband’s commitment to high-capacity, scalable architecture and collaborative growth demonstrates the kind of leadership rural and regional markets need. Strategic partnerships like this help advance connectivity and expand opportunity.” Through its INDATEL membership, Bridged Broadband will leverage national aggregation points, expanded enterprise reach, peer collaboration, and shared operational best practices. The partnership is designed to support early-stage growth while reinforcing a long-term strategy focused on operational efficiency, resilience, and statewide expansion. “Time to market is critical in this business,” Brigman added. “INDATEL helps us accelerate productivity from day one. That speed benefits not only our company, but the memberowners and communities relying on this infrastructure.” With its initial backbone deployment underway and expansion planning already in motion, Bridged Broadband enters the market positioned for sustainable growth – grounded in collaboration, powered by shared expertise, and connected through the INDATEL member family. About Bridged Broadband Bridged Broadband is a regional fiber network operator delivering high-capacity transport, interconnection, and connectivity services across Missouri and the Midwest. Built as a consortium network, Bridged Broadband integrates the reach of multiple regional broadband providers into a unified platform designed to deliver scalable, low-latency, high-bandwidth connectivity for wholesale and enterprise customers. Bridged Broadband’s network supports wholesale carriers and enterprise organizations, enabling reliable access to cloud platforms, carrier ecosystems, and national interconnection infrastructure. Through its phased network expansion strategy, Bridged Broadband is building the digital foundation required to bridge the gap of underserved and rural communities to the modern digital economy. Bridged Broadband is a proud member of INDATEL, further underscoring its commitment to advancing high-quality connectivity in rural and underserved communities. Visit www.bridgedbb.com for more information. About INDATEL Services INDATEL Services is a leading nationwide network that provides high-capacity bandwidth solutions for carriers, enterprises, and government entities. With a focus on collaborative growth and network expansion, INDATEL connects rural and urban communities across the United States. In addition, INDATEL serves its customers through its national aggregation PoP’s reaching over 900 independent providers currently operating in 47 states.   Get This Post as a PDF