Russian strikes on Kyiv data centers to raise home internet prices

Russian strikes on data centers in Kyiv have damaged networks and destroyed equipment for multiple Ukrainian internet providers, prompting warnings of upcoming price increases for home internet services. Providers face rising costs for equipment replacement, backup infrastructure, and energy independence measures. Telecommunications expert Oleksandr Hlushchenko estimates tariffs will rise by 50-100 hryvnias per subscriber, with increases expected gradually around January 2027. Providers must invest in redundant server facilities, backup channels, and spare equipment, with energy independence alone accounting for up to 20% of operational costs. The price hikes will affect regions unevenly, with Kyiv and front-line areas facing the largest increases. Experts recommend subscribers connect to fiber-optic internet (PON technology) and maintain at least two providers for reliability, while noting that mobile operators have already raised prices twice in the past year.