The new internet-only product features 1000Mbps, gigabit internet delivered on Italy’s Opne Fiber fibre-to-the-home (FTTH) network and Plume’s smart home services bundle that features Adaptive Wifi, Homepass and AI Security.
"Led by Ricardo Ruggiero, the launch of Melita Italia and Diamond Fibra blends our internet experience and customer focus with super-fast internet from the Open Fiber network and Plume's intelligent smart home services to deliver a new level of service to Italian consumers,” said Harald Roesch, CEO of Melita. “By delivering the fastest, most reliable and most secure internet experience on any device, Diamond Fibra is a perfect starting point for Melita Italia's growth journey."
Diamond Fibra will initially be available to consumers in eight cities across Italy including Milan, Turin, Monza, Florence, Naples, Bari, Palermo and Catania. The new service bundle combines the speed of fibre Internet access, with functionality enabled by Plume’s technology, to deliver a powerful and intelligent solution for the smart home.
"Melita has just created the world's first 'modern triple play' offering – unified and managed connectivity over fast fibre & reliable whole-home Wifi, personalised parental controls & guest access, and tightly secured & protected devices. As Melita raises the bar in Italy with an unprecedented service bundle and customer experience, Plume is honoured to be partnering with such a pioneer," continued Fahri Diner, co-founder and CEO of Plume.
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