British Telecom (BT) today announced it is on track to meet its commitment to have 500,000 Wi-Fi hotspots across the capital in time for the London 2012 Olympic Games. The company has also confirmed it will be the sole provider of public Wi-Fi coverage within the Olympic Park.

BT says that it already has more than 475,000 hotspots in Greater London made up of thousands of independent businesses and homes, plus outdoor hotspots across Westminster.

The Olympic Park will be the largest high density Wi-Fi venue deployment ever and will see more potential Wi-Fi users in any one place, than any other event before. BT is installing an extensive high-density, Wi-Fi infrastructure, with nearly 1,000 access points across nine Olympic venues and all public areas of the Olympic Park in east London.

Boris Johnson, The Mayor of London, said: "This is fantastic news for the millions of visitors coming to the capital to enjoy this incredible summer of sport but even better news for London's businesses who will continue to reap the benefits of this boost to the city's ever expanding digital infrastructure long after the Games are over."

Access is free for BT broadband customers and for select mobile network customers. Pre-paid Wi-Fi vouchers will also be available to buy online for paid access to the Wi-Fi network.