IPVanish says server count doesn't matter, so it rebuilt the parts that do

VPN provider IPVanish has completed a comprehensive two-year overhaul of its network infrastructure, shifting focus from total server count to performance-oriented architecture. The company argues that network speed is determined by hardware quality, peering, and software efficiency rather than sheer quantity. Key upgrades include moving to 50Gbps server ports, implementing direct peering at over 40 internet exchanges to reduce latency, and adding dual-data center redundancy in major cities to improve reliability. Additionally, the transition from IPTables to NFTables and the integration of OpenVPN Data Channel Offload on Windows aim to increase throughput and reduce power consumption. While competitors like NordVPN and ExpressVPN remain market leaders, IPVanish claims these infrastructure improvements result in a 41% average speed boost at peak times. The company continues to emphasize that its goal is to provide a seamless, high-speed connection that remains stable under heavy user load.