In a sustained effort to counter cyber threats, leading fiber broadband and technology provider Converge ICT Solutions Inc. blocked nearly 12 billion attempts to access websites hosting dangerous, inappropriate, or harmful content throughout 2025.
To ensure its network is never exploited for illegal activity, Converge also blacklisted more than 72,000 domains and web addresses associated with prohibited content over the year. These actions were carried out in compliance with government mandates and as part of the company’s ongoing partnership with the UK-based Internet Watch Foundation (IWF)—a global nonprofit dedicated to eliminating child sexual abuse material (CSAM) from the internet.
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| Converge SVP and Head of Cyber Security Services Andrew Malijan |
Andrew Malijan, Senior Vice President and Head of Cyber Security Services at Converge, noted that as cybercriminals adopt increasingly sophisticated methods to target victims, the company remains proactive in its defenses. Its goal is not only to protect customers but also to stop illicit online operations from spreading.
“The internet empowers us in countless ways, yet it has unfortunately also become a channel for exploitation,” Malijan said. “At Converge, we stand by our commitment to Tech for Good. Every connection we deliver is designed to be a force for good—empowering, uplifting, and, above all, safe for everyone.”
Internal data shows that most of the sites restricted by Converge were found to host CSAM or facilitate the online sexual abuse and exploitation of children (OSAEC). Beyond these, the company also removed links to illegal online gambling platforms, phishing sites, financial scams, voyeuristic content, and materials linked to terrorism.
In its latest annual report, the IWF revealed that the number of commercial child sexual abuse websites it tracked doubled year-over-year to more than 15,000. The organization emphasized that bad actors continue to exploit gaps in online security infrastructure to operate.
Converge has partnered with the IWF since 2021 to combat OSAEC and shield users from illegal and malicious websites through robust, comprehensive filtering. Complementing these efforts, the company enforces a formal Child Online Safeguarding Policy, reinforcing its promise to foster a safer online experience for all users—especially children, who remain highly vulnerable to cyber risks and online exploitation.
