Company snapshot
| Category | ChinaCache | Singtel |
|---|---|---|
| Status | defunct | active |
| Founded | — | — |
| Headquarters | — | — |
| Website | — | — |
| Docs | — | — |
Overview
ChinaCache, founded in 1998, was a Beijing-based content delivery network (CDN) provider specializing in the Chinese market, offering content delivery, cloud security, and streaming solutions. It served industries like media, gaming, and e-commerce, with notable clients including Alibaba, Baidu, and Tencent. The company was delisted from NASDAQ in 2019, and its international operations were acquired by EdgeNext in February 2023. As of August 2025, ChinaCache is considered defunct as a standalone entity, with its services integrated into EdgeNext’s offerings.
Singtel, a Singapore-based telecommunications company founded in 1879, provides a range of services including mobile, broadband, and digital infrastructure solutions. Its CDN offerings are part of its Digital InfraCo unit, which focuses on delivering connectivity and data center services across the Asia-Pacific region. Singtel serves enterprise customers, including businesses in finance, technology, and government sectors, leveraging its regional network for reliable content delivery. The company’s infrastructure supports 5G, edge computing, and data centers under its Nxera brand, with a focus on APAC markets. Singtel has recently consolidated its consumer and enterprise businesses to drive synergies and growth.
Network & Architecture
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Singtel operates a regional network with points of presence (PoPs) primarily in APAC, including Singapore, Indonesia, Thailand, and Australia. Its infrastructure includes subsea cables and satellite carrier services, enhancing connectivity across ASEAN markets. The company has shifted focus to AI-ready data centers under Nxera, with over 62MW of capacity in Singapore and plans to expand to 200MW across APAC. While strong in APAC, Singtel’s global footprint is limited compared to providers like Cloudflare or Akamai. Its network benefits from peering agreements and 5G integration, but specific PoP counts are not publicly detailed.
Feature comparison
| Feature | ChinaCache | Singtel |
|---|---|---|
waf | ✓ | ✗ |
bot_mitigation | ✗ | ✗ |
ddos | ✓ | ✗ |
rate_limit | ✗ | ✗ |
http3_quic | ✓ | ✗ |
tls13 | ✗ | ✗ |
tiered_cache | ✗ | ✗ |
origin_shield | ✗ | ✗ |
instant_purge | ✓ | ✓ |
stale_while_revalidate | ✗ | ✗ |
stale_if_error | ✗ | ✗ |
image_optimization | ✓ | ✗ |
video_vod | ✗ | ✗ |
video_live | ✗ | ✗ |
drm | ✗ | ✗ |
hls_dash_packaging | ✗ | ✗ |
websockets | ✗ | ✗ |
signed_urls | ✗ | ✗ |
edge_compute | ✗ | ✗ |
functions | ✗ | ✗ |
kv_storage | ✗ | ✗ |
api_first | ✓ | ✓ |
realtime_logs | ✓ | ✓ |
log_push | ✗ | ✗ |
terraform | ✗ | ✗ |
Legend: ✓ = Supported, ✗ = Not supported, — = Not listed
Pricing
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Singtel’s pricing model is enterprise-focused, typically involving custom contracts rather than pay-as-you-go or public per-GB rates. No free tier or trial is advertised. Specific pricing details are not publicly available, and interested customers must contact Singtel directly for quotes. For more information, visit https://www.singtel.com/business/products-services/digital-infraco.
Integrations & DevEx
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Singtel’s CDN integrates with its Paragon platform, supporting API-driven management for 5G and edge services. Real-time logs are available for performance monitoring. There is no public documentation confirming Terraform support, SDKs, or CI/CD integrations. Migration tools or import capabilities are not explicitly advertised, suggesting a focus on bespoke enterprise integrations.
When it fits
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- Enterprises needing robust CDN services in APAC, particularly in Singapore, Indonesia, or Thailand.
- Businesses leveraging Singtel’s 5G and edge infrastructure for regional applications.
- Organizations seeking custom enterprise contracts with a telecom-backed provider.
When it doesn’t
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- Companies requiring a global CDN with extensive PoPs outside APAC, where providers like Cloudflare excel.
- Small businesses or startups looking for pay-as-you-go pricing or free tiers.
- Applications needing advanced features like WAF, DDoS protection, or video streaming, which are not clearly offered.
History & Notes
ChinaCache was a pioneer in China’s CDN market, being the first to secure a nationwide CDN operating permit in 2000. It expanded globally with offices in the US, UK, and Hong Kong, and collaborated with partners like Microsoft and Adobe. Despite its early success, financial difficulties led to its NASDAQ delisting in 2019 and the eventual sale of its international operations to EdgeNext in 2023. Some sources note ChinaCache’s contributions to open-source CDN tools, but its standalone services are no longer active. For further details on the acquisition, see: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230214005037/en/[](https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230214005005/en/EdgeNext-Completes-Acquisition-of-ChinaCaches-Overseas-Business-Strengthening-Position-in-the-Global-Cloud-Services-Market)
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