CHARLOTTE, N.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mar 17, 2026--
Ripple Fiber®, a leading 100-percent fiber-optic internet provider and network operator, teams up with eero, an Amazon company, to deliver next-generation speed and reliability across Ripple Fiber’s 10-state network. Representing a pivotal service enhancement, the introduction of eero's Wi-Fi mesh networking system supports a connected lifestyle defined by peace of mind and seamless connectivity. Customers will gain access to eero Signal and eero Secure at no additional cost for all Gig packages.
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“Making eero’s technology available with Ripple Fiber’s product portfolio reflects our shared commitment to a better customer experience through future-proof bandwidth and reliable, whole-home coverage,” said Greg Wilson, Founder and CEO of Ripple Fiber. “We’re also proud to be the first internet provider to roll out eero Signal at no additional cost, providing built-in Wi-Fi backup to all customers on our Gig packages.”
All Ripple Fiber customers, current and future, can now take advantage of the award-winning eero Pro 7, a tri-band mesh Wi-Fi 7 system that boasts high-bandwidth capacity for all gig packages. With its patented TrueMesh software, a single eero Pro 7 router can support 200 devices and is optimized at 2,000 square feet of coverage. For customers requiring more coverage, additional wireless access points are available.
Aligning seamlessly with Ripple Fiber’s White Glove Installation and Service Promise, which demonstrate an emphasis on an exceptional customer experience from day one, the Gig packages offer enhanced features at no additional cost, including:
"At eero, our mission has always been to deliver Wi-Fi that just works—fast, reliable, and there when you need it most," said Gabe Kassel, Head of Product at eero. "We're thrilled to bring eero Signal to Ripple Fiber customers, so an internet outage doesn't have to mean a moment of panic. With automatic cellular backup that kicks in for your entire network—no hotspot scrambling, no missed moments—Ripple Fiber customers with eero Signal get true peace of mind knowing their connection stays solid."
“Delivering top-tier service goes beyond building a lightning-fast fiber internet network. It means also providing customers with intelligent, innovative technology that both elevates their everyday internet experience and protects them from potential disruptions or threats,” added Brett Judnick, Chief Technical Officer of Ripple Fiber. “Now with the eero App, we’re able to offer advanced features like automatic network optimization, proactive security updates, and simplified device management that help meet that standard.”
All current customers will receive communications from Ripple Fiber with the opportunity to switch to the new eero Pro 7 router, and all new customers with Gig packages installed after March 3, 2026 will automatically receive the new equipment. To learn more, visit ripplefiber.com/packages.
ABOUT RIPPLE FIBER
Founded in 2021, Ripple Fiber® provides thousands of homes and businesses with brighter, faster fiber internet built for the speed of life. Powered by a 10-gig, 100% fiber-optic network, Ripple Fiber is redefining connectivity for communities across 10 states while expanding access to reliable, future-proof internet. Ripple Fiber believes the biggest wave starts as a ripple. For more information, visit ripplefiber.com.
ABOUT EERO
eero was founded to make Wi-Fi and networking the way they should be—fast, reliable, secure, and built for the future. After introducing the first home mesh Wi-Fi system, eero is known for award-winning hardware and software and continues to create connectivity solutions for individuals, businesses, communities, and service providers. Founded and headquartered in San Francisco in 2014, eero is an Amazon company. For more information, visit eero.com.
Teaming up with eero, an Amazon company, Ripple Fiber introduces customers to eero's Wi-Fi mesh networking system, while becoming the first internet provider to roll out eero Signal at no additional cost to provide built-in Wi-Fi backup to all customers on Gig packages.
MIAMI (AP) — Venezuela won the World Baseball Classic for the first time, rebounding from a blown eighth-inning lead to beat the United States 3-2 Tuesday night on Eugenio Suárez’s tiebreaking double in the ninth.
Maikel Garcia’s third-inning sacrifice fly and Wilyer Abreu’s fifth-inning homer off rookie Nolan McLean built a 2-0 lead before a roaring pro-Latin America crowd. Meanwhile, left-hander Eduardo Rodríguez and lights-out relievers limited the Americans to two hits through the seventh.
Bobby Witt Jr. walked with two outs in the eighth and Bryce Harper drove the second straight changeup from Andrés Machado over the center-field fence for a two-run homer that tied it. Harper slowly trotted around the bases and took time at third to salute coach Dino Ebel.
Luis Arraez walked against Garrett Whitlock starting the ninth. Pinch-runner Javier Sanoja stole second just ahead of catcher Will Smith's throw and came home when Suárez doubled to the left-center gap. Suárez spread his arms wide and pointed to the sky at second base while teammates streamed from the dugout to greet Sanoja at the plate.
Daniel Palencia struck out two in a perfect bottom half to finish a three-hitter and get his third save of the WBC, striking out Roman Anthony to end the game. Venezuelans ran onto the infield to celebrate as the dismayed Americans stared while leaning on their dugout railing.
“Nobody believed in Venezuela but now we win the championship,” Suárez said. “This is a celebration for all the Venezuelan country.”
Garcia was selected the tournament MVP after hitting .385 with seven RBIs.
Despite a heralded roster of stars led by Aaron Judge, Harper and Paul Skenes, the U.S. lost its second straight final of baseball's premier international event and remained without a title since 2017.
Judge was 0 for 4 with three strikeouts in the championship game and hit .222 with five RBIs in the tournament, while Harper batted .214 with three RBIs and Alex Bregman .143 with four RBIs. The U.S. scored nine runs in the three knockout-round games while batting .188.
Ahead of a matchup with political overtones, players and coaches avoided discussing the government turmoil between the nations, heightened when the U.S. military captured Venezuela President Nicolás Maduro in January. The sellout crowd of 36,190 at loanDepot park was heavily pro-Venezuela, with some booing American players during the introductions.
Venezuela became the second Latin American nation to win the WBC, after the Dominican Republic in 2013. The U.S. took the title in 2017 and lost the 2023 final to three-time champion Japan on this field.
Repeatedly during the tournament, Venezuelan players described the team as a family, and brothers Willson and William Contreras went on the podium together to receive their medals. Most fans remained a half-hour after the final out and joined players in singing Venezuela's national anthem, "Gloria al Bravo Pueblo (Glory to the Brave People).”
"We play with passion, with love, because we feel the jersey,” Suárez said.
In the Venezuelan capital of Caracas, people also sang the anthem as they gathered in a public plaza to the racket of honking horns from cars and motorcycles.
“I’m overjoyed. It’s too much for me!” high school student Yorleiny Mestra said. "The United States is a superpower, and the fact that we beat them makes me very proud of Venezuela.”
While the U.S., Japan and the Dominican Republic got much of the attention ahead of the sixth edition of the 20-nation event, Venezuela's success was not that surprising. Sixty-three players born in Venezuela appeared on Major League Baseball opening-day rosters last year, second-most from outside the U.S. behind the Dominican Republic's 100.
Venezuela went ahead in the third inning against McLean, getting the start because Tarik Skubal and the Detroit Tigers decided the two-time Cy Young Award winner would make only a first-round appearance.
Salvador Perez sliced a first-pitch single and Ronald Acuña Jr. walked with one out. The runners advanced when McLean bounced a curveball, and Garcia followed with a sac fly to center.
Abreu doubled the lead when he drove a fastball 414 feet to center. His helmet fell off when he rounded second and he hopped in excitement as he neared the plate, where he was greeted by a line of teammates.
Rodriguez allowed one hit in 4 1/3 innings before Venezuela turned to its bullpen.
U.S. players had arrived at loanDepot park in game-worn U.S. Olympic hockey jerseys coordinated by outfielder Pete Crow-Armstrong and Jack Hughes, who scored the gold medal-winning goal against Canada last month.
In a darkened ballpark filled by fans wearing wristbands with festive blinking lights, Judge and Arraez led the teams down the foul lines for the introductions while carrying their nation's flags.
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United State fans stand at the end of the championship game of the World Baseball Classic against Venezuela, Tuesday, March 17, 2026, in Miami. (AP Photo/Rebecca Blackwell)
Venezuela pitcher Daniel Palencia celebrates after the team defeated the United States in the championship game of the World Baseball Classic, Tuesday, March 17, 2026, in Miami. (AP Photo/Rebecca Blackwell)
The Venezuela team celebrates after defeating the United States in the championship game of the World Baseball Classic, Tuesday, March 17, 2026, in Miami. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)
Venezuela celebrates after defeating the United States in the championship game of the World Baseball Classic, Tuesday, March 17, 2026, in Miami. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)
Venezuela pitcher Daniel Palencia celebrates after the team defeated the United States in the championship game of the World Baseball Classic, Tuesday, March 17, 2026, in Miami. (AP Photo/Rebecca Blackwell)
A USA fan shakes hands with a Dominican Republic fan before a World Baseball Classic semifinal game between the teams, Sunday, March 15, 2026, in Miami. (AP Photo/Rebecca Blackwell)
United States' Gunnar Henderson (11) celebrates his home run during the fourth inning of a World Baseball Classic semifinal game against the Dominican Republic, Sunday, March 15, 2026, in Miami. (AP Photo/Rebecca Blackwell)
Venezuela fans cheer the team during the sixth inning of a World Baseball Classic semifinal game against Italy, Monday, March 16, 2026, in Miami. (AP Photo/Rebecca Blackwell)
United States' Aaron Judge celebrates after hitting a two-run home run during the third inning of a World Baseball Classic game against Mexico, Monday, March 9, 2026, in Houston. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis)
The Venezuela team celebrates after defeating Italy at a World Baseball Classic semifinal game, Monday, March 16, 2026, in Miami. (AP Photo/Rebecca Blackwell)
